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4 Basic LinkedIn Tips for People Who Created a Profile—and Then Promptly Forgot About It

Updated 6/19/2020
4 Basic LinkedIn Tips for People Who Created a Profile—and Then Promptly Forgot About It
These are simple LinkedIn tips for you to remember when you update your profile.

So, you set up your LinkedIn account years ago, and then promptly forgot about it. Sure, you used our tips on how to build an awesome profile. And yes, you log on every now and then to accept connection requests. But that doesn’t mean you’re taking advantage of all the opportunities that exist on the platform. Just as your career is continually changing and improving, your profile should be, too.

To make it simple (and painless) for you, this infographic lays out four easy ways to keep your profile up to date. The best part? You just have to follow the four Es: explore, expand, engage, and establish.


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A UNC-Wilmington grad born and raised in North Carolina, Kaitlyn always knew she would end up in NYC to pursue writing. As a summer editorial intern, she contributes career advice to The Muse. In addition, she also writes for other publications, such as USA TODAY College, Her Campus, and The Huffington Post. You can find her searching the city for the best eats, binge-watching Netflix, or catching up with friends at dinner. Say hi on Twitter @KaitlynRussell_
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