Since its launch in 2013, LinkedIn has become the leading social media platform for professional networking and career development. With over 850 million profiles from across 200 countries, its global reach is particularly relevant to development professionals looking for new job opportunities.
But a LinkedIn profile is more than just a digital CV. Used effectively, your profile can become a more authentic and interactive way of telling your story and connecting with other professionals.
That’s the view of Simone Anzböck, an international executive coach and consultant, who spoke about how to optimize LinkedIn profiles during a recent Devex digital event. “It’s not just a job-hunting platform anymore. It’s more [of] a people-to-people platform, like a networking and relationship-building platform,” said Anzböck.
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Katrina Lane
Katrina Lane is a bilingual freelance journalist and digital content editor who is passionate about finding solutions to help navigate the complexities of the modern world. Her writing focuses on international development and sustainability, with a particular interest in environmental psychology and its impact on our relationship with the planet. With a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Warwick University, Katrina offers a unique perspective on global issues and the role of human behavior in creating sustainable solutions. She has also worked as a graphic designer, including as a report illustrator for the United Nations.
