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Introduction:
Your LinkedIn profile is more than just an online resume. It’s a powerful tool that can open doors to new career opportunities. For aspiring product managers, I’ve got you covered with these eight game-changing tips to supercharge your LinkedIn presence and turn it into a job-generating machine. Let’s dive in.
Introduction:
Hey there, it’s your host, Sachin Sharma, a seasoned product manager with over 10 years of experience. I’ve had the pleasure of guiding over 1,000 aspiring product managers on their journey towards success. With this podcast, I aim to share even more valuable insights on product management to help you excel in your career. If you’re looking to level up your skills and stand out from the crowd, then you’re in the right place. So let’s dive into today’s episode without any further delay.
Upgrade Your Cover Image:
The first thing you need to do with your LinkedIn profile is to upgrade your cover image. The cover image is the first thing people see when they visit your profile. Make sure it’s a high-quality image that represents you and your skills. Avoid using images that are too casual or personal. Your cover image is a great opportunity to show potential employers what you’re capable of. Use it to highlight your skills and experience or to share your passion for product management. Keep it easy to read and understand. Avoid too much text or too many colors. Include your website address or a link to your portfolio in your image to encourage people to learn more about you and your work.
Upgrade Your Profile Picture:
The second action item is to upgrade your profile picture. Your profile picture is your first impression, so make it count. Follow these steps:
- Upload your picture to a website called PhotoFiller (photofeeler.com).
- Analyze the feedback you receive.
- Reshoot or edit your picture based on the insights you get.
- Repeat until you receive good scores.
Leverage Keywords:
The third action item is to leverage keywords. Keywords are the key to showing up in more searches. Find 20+ job descriptions for associate product manager or product manager roles on LinkedIn or other job portals. Use job description scanning tools like Jobscan Resume to extract the top ten skills mentioned in these job descriptions. Weave these skills into the rest of your profile for maximum visibility.
Craft a Killer Headline:
The fourth action item is to write a killer headline. Craft a captivating headline that includes keywords related to product management, such as product manager, aspiring product manager, product enthusiast, and specific skills like feature planning and user empathy. Also, include a results-focused value proposition.
Write a Killer About Section:
The fifth action item is to write a killer About section. Use this section to highlight your years of experience, value proposition, and showcase specific results you’ve achieved. Include your email and phone number with a clear call to action for people to connect with you. Use LinkedIn text formatter tools to format your text with bold, italics, and other fonts, and consider using emojis to make it more engaging.
Leverage Your Featured Section:
The sixth action item is to leverage your Featured section. Use this section to showcase your accomplishments and expertise, such as case studies, content you’ve created, posts, product designs, certifications, or any relevant work. This section is prominently displayed at the top of your profile and grabs the attention of recruiters and hiring managers.
Skills Matter:
The seventh action item is to focus on skills. LinkedIn uses the skills section to rank profiles in search results. Boost your ranking by adding keywords from your job description scan and choosing the top five most relevant skills. Request endorsements from colleagues, friends, family, and classmates for these top skills.
Create Content:
The eighth action item is to create content. Share valuable insights, experiences, and industry knowledge through posts on LinkedIn. Consistency in posting and scheduling at specific times can increase your reach. Consider using LinkedIn’s native post scheduling feature. Content creation helps you stand out and build a network.
With these eight tips, you can transform your LinkedIn profile into a job-generating machine.
Conclusion:
That’s it for today’s podcast. I hope you enjoyed it and learned how to make your LinkedIn profile a job-generating machine. Before you go, remember that you can be part of my community by joining my free web class on Product Career Web Class. Take action and let me help you even more in my paid community. For those of you who are already part of my community and are making progress, I highly recommend upgrading to the Diamond membership. This will allow you to upgrade your product management skills, fast-track your progress, and surround yourself with like-minded achievers and action-takers. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to take your career to the next level.
