How LinkedIn is Transforming BusinessesLinkedInThe document discusses the increasing importance of networks in making informed decisions, particularly in recruiting talent and marketing. It highlights LinkedIn's ability to target individuals effectively and utilize data to enhance employer branding and engagement. The platform is presented as a solution to navigate challenges in connecting with potential candidates and buyers.
Networking on LinkedIn 101LinkedInThe document provides an overview of LinkedIn networking, led by Oliver Schinkten, including tips for building a strong network and the benefits of networking. Key myths about LinkedIn are dispelled, emphasizing that it is not solely for job seekers and that proactive networking can lead to numerous opportunities. The agenda covers the definition of networking, reasons to network, and practical steps for improving one's LinkedIn profile and connections.
5 LinkedIn Profile Updates in 5 MinutesLinkedInIt only takes 5 minutes to make your profile stand out. Here’s what you need to do in 5 simple steps. #LinkedIn5in5
The Student's Guide to LinkedInLinkedInThe document is a guide for students on how to effectively use LinkedIn to launch their careers after college. It emphasizes the importance of building a professional profile, showcasing education and experiences, and leveraging connections and referrals to find job opportunities. Key sections include optimizing profile elements like photos, experiences, and skills, as well as strategies for getting noticed by recruiters.
The Top Skills That Can Get You Hired in 2017LinkedInThe document lists the top skills that can help job seekers get hired, based on LinkedIn data for 2016 across various countries. Key skills include statistical analysis, web development, network security, and mobile development, with variations depending on the country. This highlights the evolving job market and the importance of specific technical expertise in different regions.
Accelerating LinkedIn’s Vision Through InnovationLinkedInThe document outlines LinkedIn's mission to connect global professionals and enhance their productivity and success, with a vision to create economic opportunities for the workforce. It highlights significant growth in mobile daily activity, messaging engagement, and the importance of continuing education as skills rapidly change. Furthermore, the content emphasizes the necessity for organizations to continuously upskill employees to maintain competitiveness in a tech-driven job market.
How To Tell Your #workstoryLinkedInMany professionals struggle to effectively describe their jobs and achievements, with a focus on enhancing LinkedIn profiles to tell their work stories. Key elements include adding a profile photo, showcasing current positions and experiences, highlighting relevant skills, and regularly updating the profile for better visibility and opportunities. The document emphasizes that a compelling LinkedIn summary can draw in potential employers and connections.
LinkedIn Q1 2016 Earnings CallLinkedInThe document presents LinkedIn's Q1 2016 financial results, highlighting forward-looking statements and associated risks regarding member growth, engagement, and various financial metrics. It discusses non-GAAP financial measures like adjusted EBITDA and provides guidance for Q2 2016 and the full fiscal year. The analysis includes member metrics and revenue breakdowns by product and geography, emphasizing ongoing challenges and strategic areas for growth.
The 2016 LinkedIn Job Search GuideLinkedInThe 2016 Job Search Guide is a tactical toolkit designed to assist job seekers in finding fulfilling employment by adopting a strategic approach rather than rushing into applications. It covers key areas such as networking, leveraging LinkedIn, personality assessments, and effectively presenting skills and achievements. The guide emphasizes the importance of relationships, self-assessment, and personal branding in successfully navigating the job market.
LinkedIn Q4 2015 Earnings CallLinkedInThe document presents forward-looking financial metrics for Q1 and full fiscal year 2016, outlining expected revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and key risks impacting outcomes. It includes historical member growth and engagement statistics alongside revenue breakdowns by product and geography. Additionally, it emphasizes the significance of member data security, competition, and regulatory changes in shaping the company's future performance.
Banish The BuzzwordsLinkedInThe document discusses avoiding vague buzzwords in LinkedIn profiles. It provides a list of the top 10 most common buzzwords of 2016 such as "leadership", "passionate", and "successful". The document recommends standing out by showing experiences and results through examples rather than just stating buzzwords. It also suggests uploading projects, sharing views in posts and groups, and writing recommendations to demonstrate qualities like creativity and expertise in a more meaningful way.
LinkedIn Bring In Your Parents Day 2015 - Your Parents' Best Career AdviceLinkedInThe document highlights career advice shared during LinkedIn's Bring In Your Parents Day in 2015, emphasizing the importance of determination, integrity, and active listening. Key pieces of advice include believing in oneself, making impactful decisions, and learning continuously. Participants were encouraged to share their parents' career wisdom using the hashtag #biyp.
LinkedIn Q3 2015 Earnings CallLinkedInThe document presents LinkedIn's Q3 2015 financial results and includes forward-looking statements about revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and key metrics such as member growth, engagement, and challenges associated with market risks. It outlines risks related to operational history, technological changes, member engagement, and regulatory impacts that may affect future performance. Guidance for Q4 2015 and the full fiscal year 2015 is provided, with expected revenue and adjusted EBITDA figures, emphasizing the company's ongoing prioritization of member value and corporate growth.
LinkedIn Economic Graph Research: TorontoLinkedIn1. Over 1.9 million LinkedIn members are located in the Greater Toronto Area, with 214,000 (11%) having technology skills.
2. Toronto has a higher proportion of members with technology skills (10.8%) compared to similar cities globally.
3. Nearly 100,000 companies in the Greater Toronto Area are represented on LinkedIn, with over 10,000 currently employing members with technology skills, especially in early career roles.
Freelancers Are LinkedIn Power Users [Infographic]LinkedInFreelancers on LinkedIn are defined as users with 'freelance' in their job title, while non-freelancers have similar titles without the term. Freelancers engage more actively on the platform, belonging to 1.4 times as many groups and showcasing 1.5 times as many skills, along with receiving 2.0 times as many recommendations. They also have more connections and endorsements compared to non-freelancers.
Top Industries for Freelancers on LinkedIn [Infographic]LinkedInAccording to a LinkedIn survey, the top industries for freelancers are arts and design (46%), media and communication (34%), and business consulting (6%). Within arts and design, the most common roles for freelancers are graphic designer (29%), photographer (20%), and artist (19%). The information technology and program/project management industries each make up only 1% of freelancers.
LinkedIn Quiz: Which Parent Are You When It Comes to Helping Guide Your Child...LinkedInLighthouse, Helicopter or Free-range? Take this quiz to find out what your parenting style is when your children have flown the nest and started their career.
Join LinkedIn's Bring In Your Parents Day on November 5 -- learn out more at biyp.linkedin.com or join the social conversation using #BIYP.
LinkedIn Connect to Opportunity™ -- Stories of DiscoveryLinkedInThe document highlights the experiences of four individuals who leveraged LinkedIn to create significant career opportunities. Samantha built her reputation to secure a dream job, Amir used the platform to stay informed on technology trends, Erin connected with professionals to land a fitting job, and Dustin grew an audience through his writings, leading to a consulting business. The overarching message encourages readers to actively pursue and connect with opportunities available on LinkedIn.
LinkedIn Q2 2015 Earnings CallLinkedInThe document provides a Q2 2015 financial overview and includes forward-looking statements regarding LinkedIn's products, expected growth metrics, and potential risks affecting the company's performance. It highlights key statistics such as member growth, revenue figures, and adjusted EBITDA while discussing uncertainties about market conditions, operational efficiency, and regulatory challenges. Specific guidance for Q3 and FY 2015 is also included, indicating projected revenue and adjusted EBITDA figures.
LinkedIn's 2015 Workforce DiversityLinkedInThe document provides statistics on workforce diversity in 2015, highlighting gender representation with females comprising 42% and males 58% globally. It also presents ethnicity breakdowns for U.S. employees, with a majority being white. Additionally, the tech and non-tech sectors show differing gender ratios, with technology being 18% female and 82% male.
Winners of the LinkedIn Economic Graph ChallengeLinkedInIn October 2014, LinkedIn launched the Economic Graph Challenge, inviting proposals to leverage data for addressing economic issues. Eleven winning teams were selected in 2015, focusing on various topics such as skill gaps, labor market dynamics, and enhancing job matching. The proposals aim to provide innovative solutions leveraging LinkedIn's data, fostering career growth and understanding economic trends.
LinkedIn Q1 2015 Earnings CallLinkedInThe document presents LinkedIn's Q1 2015 financial results and includes forward-looking statements concerning growth, metrics, and potential risks. It emphasizes the uncertainties related to market dynamics, user engagement, and financial performance, detailing expected revenue and adjusted EBITDA for Q2 and FY 2015. The document further highlights ongoing challenges, such as competition and regulatory factors, while inviting readers to review associated risk factors in their SEC filings.
The LinkedIn Guide to the Perfect #WorkSelfieLinkedInThe document provides tips for taking an effective #workselfie to enhance your professional brand on platforms like LinkedIn. Key advice includes using natural lighting, choosing flattering angles, and being mindful of your attire and background. It emphasizes avoiding common selfie mistakes and encourages sharing the final photo on social media with the appropriate hashtag.
New Norms @WorkLinkedInA global survey of over 15,000 full-time professionals found that most keep their work and personal lives separate, with 88% keeping separate wardrobes and 48% not needing formal clothes for work. While 3 in 5 professionals now feel more comfortable challenging their boss than when they started, it's still important to keep social media separate and professional. LinkedIn profiles that show workplace success are motivating for 47% of respondents.
Seeing is Believing: Free Versus PremiumLinkedInThe document outlines the benefits of LinkedIn's premium features compared to the free experience, highlighting tools for building a personal brand and gaining insights on profile viewers. Key premium features include expanded search listings, applicant insights, keyword suggestions, and unlimited profile searches, aimed at improving user competitiveness and networking opportunities. The document emphasizes that premium users can access detailed information about profile views, job applicant rankings, and the ability to contact any LinkedIn member via InMail.
LinkedIn Economic Graph Research: New York CityLinkedInTech, financial services, marketing & advertising, and media & entertainment lead hiring of tech talent in NYC. 1 in 5 NYC companies currently employ technology talent and nearly 32,000 companies in NYC have hired members with technology skills in 2014. The most common job titles among NYC's technology-skilled members are software developers, information technology generalists, and salespeople. User interface design, Python, mobile development, web development, and C/C++ are the skills most likely to be found among recently employed tech talent in NYC. Graduation rates in technology fields from NYC schools have increased since 2008 but remain far below rates in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Helping New Yorkers Connect With The Jobs Of TomorrowLinkedInOver the course of three months, we analyzed aggregate LinkedIn data from more than 3 million LinkedIn members in the New York City region and 150,000 NYC-based businesses to provide the Tech Talent Pipeline with insights on the current state of the city’s tech industry. This research is now informing the Tech Talent Pipeline team’s decisions on how to deploy $10 million in funding to help NYC schools, government, nonprofits, and companies better prepare New Yorkers for in-demand tech jobs and fuel the continuing growth of NYC tech businesses.
LinkedIn Q4 2014 Earnings CallLinkedInThe document presents LinkedIn's Q4 2014 financial results and provides forward-looking statements regarding expected performance metrics for 2015, including revenue and adjusted EBITDA. It outlines various risks and uncertainties that may impact future results such as market conditions, member engagement, and regulatory issues. Additionally, financial data including revenue trends and growth metrics are summarized, reflecting LinkedIn's operational and financial strategies.
The 2016 LinkedIn Job Search GuideLinkedInThe 2016 Job Search Guide is a tactical toolkit designed to assist job seekers in finding fulfilling employment by adopting a strategic approach rather than rushing into applications. It covers key areas such as networking, leveraging LinkedIn, personality assessments, and effectively presenting skills and achievements. The guide emphasizes the importance of relationships, self-assessment, and personal branding in successfully navigating the job market.
LinkedIn Q4 2015 Earnings CallLinkedInThe document presents forward-looking financial metrics for Q1 and full fiscal year 2016, outlining expected revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and key risks impacting outcomes. It includes historical member growth and engagement statistics alongside revenue breakdowns by product and geography. Additionally, it emphasizes the significance of member data security, competition, and regulatory changes in shaping the company's future performance.
Banish The BuzzwordsLinkedInThe document discusses avoiding vague buzzwords in LinkedIn profiles. It provides a list of the top 10 most common buzzwords of 2016 such as "leadership", "passionate", and "successful". The document recommends standing out by showing experiences and results through examples rather than just stating buzzwords. It also suggests uploading projects, sharing views in posts and groups, and writing recommendations to demonstrate qualities like creativity and expertise in a more meaningful way.
LinkedIn Bring In Your Parents Day 2015 - Your Parents' Best Career AdviceLinkedInThe document highlights career advice shared during LinkedIn's Bring In Your Parents Day in 2015, emphasizing the importance of determination, integrity, and active listening. Key pieces of advice include believing in oneself, making impactful decisions, and learning continuously. Participants were encouraged to share their parents' career wisdom using the hashtag #biyp.
LinkedIn Q3 2015 Earnings CallLinkedInThe document presents LinkedIn's Q3 2015 financial results and includes forward-looking statements about revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and key metrics such as member growth, engagement, and challenges associated with market risks. It outlines risks related to operational history, technological changes, member engagement, and regulatory impacts that may affect future performance. Guidance for Q4 2015 and the full fiscal year 2015 is provided, with expected revenue and adjusted EBITDA figures, emphasizing the company's ongoing prioritization of member value and corporate growth.
LinkedIn Economic Graph Research: TorontoLinkedIn1. Over 1.9 million LinkedIn members are located in the Greater Toronto Area, with 214,000 (11%) having technology skills.
2. Toronto has a higher proportion of members with technology skills (10.8%) compared to similar cities globally.
3. Nearly 100,000 companies in the Greater Toronto Area are represented on LinkedIn, with over 10,000 currently employing members with technology skills, especially in early career roles.
Freelancers Are LinkedIn Power Users [Infographic]LinkedInFreelancers on LinkedIn are defined as users with 'freelance' in their job title, while non-freelancers have similar titles without the term. Freelancers engage more actively on the platform, belonging to 1.4 times as many groups and showcasing 1.5 times as many skills, along with receiving 2.0 times as many recommendations. They also have more connections and endorsements compared to non-freelancers.
Top Industries for Freelancers on LinkedIn [Infographic]LinkedInAccording to a LinkedIn survey, the top industries for freelancers are arts and design (46%), media and communication (34%), and business consulting (6%). Within arts and design, the most common roles for freelancers are graphic designer (29%), photographer (20%), and artist (19%). The information technology and program/project management industries each make up only 1% of freelancers.
LinkedIn Quiz: Which Parent Are You When It Comes to Helping Guide Your Child...LinkedInLighthouse, Helicopter or Free-range? Take this quiz to find out what your parenting style is when your children have flown the nest and started their career.
Join LinkedIn's Bring In Your Parents Day on November 5 -- learn out more at biyp.linkedin.com or join the social conversation using #BIYP.
LinkedIn Connect to Opportunity™ -- Stories of DiscoveryLinkedInThe document highlights the experiences of four individuals who leveraged LinkedIn to create significant career opportunities. Samantha built her reputation to secure a dream job, Amir used the platform to stay informed on technology trends, Erin connected with professionals to land a fitting job, and Dustin grew an audience through his writings, leading to a consulting business. The overarching message encourages readers to actively pursue and connect with opportunities available on LinkedIn.
LinkedIn Q2 2015 Earnings CallLinkedInThe document provides a Q2 2015 financial overview and includes forward-looking statements regarding LinkedIn's products, expected growth metrics, and potential risks affecting the company's performance. It highlights key statistics such as member growth, revenue figures, and adjusted EBITDA while discussing uncertainties about market conditions, operational efficiency, and regulatory challenges. Specific guidance for Q3 and FY 2015 is also included, indicating projected revenue and adjusted EBITDA figures.
LinkedIn's 2015 Workforce DiversityLinkedInThe document provides statistics on workforce diversity in 2015, highlighting gender representation with females comprising 42% and males 58% globally. It also presents ethnicity breakdowns for U.S. employees, with a majority being white. Additionally, the tech and non-tech sectors show differing gender ratios, with technology being 18% female and 82% male.
Winners of the LinkedIn Economic Graph ChallengeLinkedInIn October 2014, LinkedIn launched the Economic Graph Challenge, inviting proposals to leverage data for addressing economic issues. Eleven winning teams were selected in 2015, focusing on various topics such as skill gaps, labor market dynamics, and enhancing job matching. The proposals aim to provide innovative solutions leveraging LinkedIn's data, fostering career growth and understanding economic trends.
LinkedIn Q1 2015 Earnings CallLinkedInThe document presents LinkedIn's Q1 2015 financial results and includes forward-looking statements concerning growth, metrics, and potential risks. It emphasizes the uncertainties related to market dynamics, user engagement, and financial performance, detailing expected revenue and adjusted EBITDA for Q2 and FY 2015. The document further highlights ongoing challenges, such as competition and regulatory factors, while inviting readers to review associated risk factors in their SEC filings.
The LinkedIn Guide to the Perfect #WorkSelfieLinkedInThe document provides tips for taking an effective #workselfie to enhance your professional brand on platforms like LinkedIn. Key advice includes using natural lighting, choosing flattering angles, and being mindful of your attire and background. It emphasizes avoiding common selfie mistakes and encourages sharing the final photo on social media with the appropriate hashtag.
New Norms @WorkLinkedInA global survey of over 15,000 full-time professionals found that most keep their work and personal lives separate, with 88% keeping separate wardrobes and 48% not needing formal clothes for work. While 3 in 5 professionals now feel more comfortable challenging their boss than when they started, it's still important to keep social media separate and professional. LinkedIn profiles that show workplace success are motivating for 47% of respondents.
Seeing is Believing: Free Versus PremiumLinkedInThe document outlines the benefits of LinkedIn's premium features compared to the free experience, highlighting tools for building a personal brand and gaining insights on profile viewers. Key premium features include expanded search listings, applicant insights, keyword suggestions, and unlimited profile searches, aimed at improving user competitiveness and networking opportunities. The document emphasizes that premium users can access detailed information about profile views, job applicant rankings, and the ability to contact any LinkedIn member via InMail.
LinkedIn Economic Graph Research: New York CityLinkedInTech, financial services, marketing & advertising, and media & entertainment lead hiring of tech talent in NYC. 1 in 5 NYC companies currently employ technology talent and nearly 32,000 companies in NYC have hired members with technology skills in 2014. The most common job titles among NYC's technology-skilled members are software developers, information technology generalists, and salespeople. User interface design, Python, mobile development, web development, and C/C++ are the skills most likely to be found among recently employed tech talent in NYC. Graduation rates in technology fields from NYC schools have increased since 2008 but remain far below rates in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Helping New Yorkers Connect With The Jobs Of TomorrowLinkedInOver the course of three months, we analyzed aggregate LinkedIn data from more than 3 million LinkedIn members in the New York City region and 150,000 NYC-based businesses to provide the Tech Talent Pipeline with insights on the current state of the city’s tech industry. This research is now informing the Tech Talent Pipeline team’s decisions on how to deploy $10 million in funding to help NYC schools, government, nonprofits, and companies better prepare New Yorkers for in-demand tech jobs and fuel the continuing growth of NYC tech businesses.
LinkedIn Q4 2014 Earnings CallLinkedInThe document presents LinkedIn's Q4 2014 financial results and provides forward-looking statements regarding expected performance metrics for 2015, including revenue and adjusted EBITDA. It outlines various risks and uncertainties that may impact future results such as market conditions, member engagement, and regulatory issues. Additionally, financial data including revenue trends and growth metrics are summarized, reflecting LinkedIn's operational and financial strategies.