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Why write a resume from scratch when you already have a fantastic LinkedIn profile? You can convert your painstakingly crafted LinkedIn profile into a stunning resume in seconds. There's no need for extra effort. Simply enter the URL of your LinkedIn profile, and you'll have your resume ready in no time. Import your LinkedIn profile now.

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Once you’ve imported your profile, you only need to pick a resume template and give your LinkedIn resume a bit of a personal touch. All of our resume templates were designed by professional typographers and are highly customizable. With more than one million possible design combinations, you can make your LinkedIn resume uniquely “you.” Explore all resume templates.

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If you’ve already got a polished LinkedIn profile, why go through the same writing process again with your resume? After all, a good LinkedIn profile and a good resume have a lot in common. You can use that!

Simply import your LinkedIn profile to Kickresume and turn it into a sleek professional CV.

You can then use our AI toolkit to rewrite your resume , check it for errors with our resume checker , and even make it look super professional with our stunning resume templates . That is, if you feel like making your resume a bit more ‘extra’ and job-winning.

What are the benefits? Why import your LinkedIn profile instead of building a resume from scratch?

The following only apply if you’ve already got a good LinkedIn profile. But that shouldn’t be a problem — every ambitious job seeker should already have one!

In any case, here are some obvious and less obvious benefits of using our super easy LinkedIn-to-resume converter.

• Save time. You don’t have to write a resume from scratch. You can use the content from your LinkedIn profile.
• Done in a single press of a button. It’s quick and easy. Simply enter your profile’s url and press “Import”.
• It doesn’t end with importing the profile. You can (but don’t have to) use a wide array of our tools to give your resume an edge over others — you can scan it for improvements, get AI feedback, quickly generate a tailored cover letter, rewrite it with AI, and more.
• Tailor your resume to every job application. Any LinkedIn profile has one drawback — it’s one size fits all. A resume can be tailored to each job you apply to, which we would strongly advise you to do if you really want to land that job.

All in all, converting your LinkedIn profile into a resume gives you a good way out if you don’t want to waste time writing your resume from scratch. It’s quick, easy, and highly recommended!

How to download your resume from LinkedIn then? Is it just a single click and that’s it?

Yes! And no. But mostly yes! The thing is, there’s both a technical side and a content side to it.

While the technical side is pretty straightforward and quick, the content side of converting your LinkedIn profile to a resume can be a bit tricky. But that, of course, all depends on your profile.

How to download your resume from LinkedIn then?

• Go to the top of our LinkedIn profile to resume converter web page (you can also simply scroll up, it’s this very web page)
• Enter your LinkedIn profile’s address, and press the “Convert to Resume” button.
• Review your newly imported LinkedIn resume, pick an ATS-friendly template, use our AI Writer to rewrite it, analyze it with our resume checker — Kickresume gives you plenty of tools to make your LinkedIn resume stand out.

However, you probably wouldn’t want to stop there. Your LinkedIn profile — and, by extension, your newly imported resume — probably isn’t yet tailored to a specific job opening. Leaving it as such would be a missed opportunity.

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How to create a resume from LinkedIn?

You can easily import your LinkedIn profile to Kickresume and let the LinkedIn-to-resume converter do the rest. It only takes a few seconds.

This is how to create a resume from your LinkedIn profile:

• Open your LinkedIn profile.
• Select your profile’s public url (e.g. https://www.linkedin.com/in/your_name/) and press Ctrl+C (on Windows), or Command+C (on MacOS).
• Now go to Kickresume’s LinkedIn import website: Convert Your LinkedIn Profile to a Resume .
• Paste the link inside the designated field near the top of the page by pressing Ctrl+V (Windows) or Command+V (on MacOS).
• Press “Convert to Resume”. This will take you to the website’s sign up screen.
• Sign up using your preferred method (e.g. with your Google or Facebook account).
• Kickresume will now import your LinkedIn profile and convert it into a resume.
• Et voilà! You now have a complete resume in a random resume template from Kickresume.

How can I improve the resume I exported from LinkedIn?

Don’t forget to make at least some changes to your newly imported LinkedIn resume.

For instance, your resume can usually benefit from minor formatting changes , as some of the original LinkedIn formatting can get lost during the importing process.

You should also remove any LinkedIn-specific phrases from your new resume. You might not want phrase like “Let’s connect” or “Open to opportunities” appear on your resume.

Add resume-specific sections , such as hobbies or skills, and finally, tailor your new resume to each specific job opening you’re applying for.

Customize your resume’s visuals. You can choose from 40+ templates, explore more than one million design combinations, and make your resume more you.

Finally, you can even let AI rewrite your entire resume  using our AI Resume Rewriter . It’s easy to use and it will rewrite your resume in a language that sounds more professional.

I’ve created a resume from my LinkedIn profile. Can I download it for free?

Yes, you can. While it’s true that not all resume templates and customization options are free (we need to make money somehow), there are still several high-quality resume templates available.

At the end of the day, yes, you can download a full-fledged professional resume for free . Just make sure to avoid any features that are clearly marked with the “Premium” badge inside the app.

On the other hand, if you decide that you like the premium templates better — and would like to land your dream job faster with the help of Kickresume — you can always upgrade to Premium . We offer well-priced plans for every type of customer.

Can I customize the appearance of my new LinkedIn resume?

Yes! You can choose from more than 40 professionally-designed resume templates  and customize each template to your liking.

You can change nearly every part of your new resume. Each template comes with its own set of alternative color schemes and typefaces that were chosen by our expert typographers to complement the overall design.

What’s more, you can also create a cover letter with a design that matches your resume. We always create new templates in resume / cover letter pairs.

Ultimately, there are more than one million possible design combinations for you to explore. The sheer number of customization options gives you the ability to create a resume that stands out from the rest. All within reason, though — no matter how you customize your resume, our designers made sure it will always look good.

I’m having problems converting my LinkedIn to a resume. What should I do?

If you’re having problems converting your LinkedIn profile to a resume, there are two things you can do:

• Make sure your LinkedIn is filled with enough content.  Remember that an empty profile makes for an equally empty resume. Fill your LinkedIn profile with at least 200 words. For best results, you should have at least the About, Experience, and Education sections of your profile filled with content. The more the merrier.
• Make sure your profile is not set to private.  Our tool needs to have the ability to access your LinkedIn profile. If your profile is set to private, only your connections can view it. Set your profile to public and try importing your LinkedIn profile again.
• Make sure that your profile is more than 30 days old.  Sometimes it takes a few days for Kickresume to access your profile. While this usually takes less than the aforementioned 30 days, this time period gives us a bit of an overhead when diagnosing problems related to LinkedIn import.

If you’ve done all of the above and you’re still unable to turn your LinkedIn profile into a resume, please contact our customer support (click the speech bubble icon in the bottom-right corner). Our customer support team is always more than happy to help.

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Begin by simply entering your LinkedIn Profile URL into the LinkedIn Resume Builder. Our tool will automatically extract and organize your professional experience, skills, and education from LinkedIn, transforming them into a comprehensive resume format.

This step ensures a seamless transition of your career details into a structured and polished resume.

Review and Customize Your Resume

Once your LinkedIn information is imported, review and customize your professional history. Adjust any details to best represent your career achievements and skills.

Highlight specific accomplishments and quantify your successes where possible. This customization helps you create a resume from LinkedIn that stands out by emphasizing your unique strengths and experiences.

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Utilize our AI-driven features to further refine and optimize your resume. From AI suggestions on layout and wording to keyword optimization for specific job descriptions, our tools ensure that your new resume—created from your LinkedIn profile—resonates with recruiters and job postings alike.

This step turns your LinkedIn into a resume that's not only comprehensive but also tailored and targeted.

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Review your newly crafted resume for final adjustments and utilize our AI Resume Review for additional suggestions.

Once you're satisfied, download your resume directly from the LinkedIn Resume Builder. You’re now ready to apply for jobs with a resume that’s derived from your LinkedIn but refined for your career aspirations.

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Yes, our LinkedIn Resume Builder allows you to easily transform your LinkedIn profile into a professional resume in just a few clicks.

Simply enter your LinkedIn profile URL, and our tool will automatically import and structure your career details into a well-organized, optimized resume format.

Our tool is specifically designed to mirror the comprehensive details of your LinkedIn profile, ensuring consistency across your professional presence.

It pulls in your work history, education, skills, and bullet points directly from LinkedIn and formats them into a cohesive resume, allowing for a streamlined and accurate reflection of your professional journey.

Absolutely, our LinkedIn Resume Builder is versatile and suitable for a wide range of industries and job levels.

Whether you're applying for your first job, seeking a managerial role, or transitioning careers, the tool adapts your LinkedIn content to create a resume that's tailored to your specific career goals and the job you're applying for.

Once your LinkedIn profile is imported, our tool offers a variety of customization options. You can edit text, reorder sections, add or remove details, and choose from different templates to match the resume to your personal style and the requirements of the job you're targeting. This ensures that your resume not only reflects your LinkedIn profile but is also tailored to each job application.

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How to Turn Your LinkedIn Profile into a Resume

To create a resume from your LinkedIn Profile, click on the “Import from LinkedIn” at the top of this page and our LinkedIn Resume Builder will fetch all relevant details.

Once you start the import process, make sure to select the right template that reflects you and helps you stand out from the competition. While you have imported most of the content from your LinkedIn profile, you can still make changes to the sections and content of your LinkedIn resume.

Unless you have more than 15 years of experience, we advise that you keep your LinkedIn resume to be one or a maximum of two pages.

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How to generate a resume from your linkedin profile, generate a customized resume from your linkedin profile, bonus tip: download other linkedin members' resumes.

If you already have your work experience listed on your LinkedIn profile, it's easy to get the site to automatically generate a resume for you. Here's how to do it.

All LinkedIn profiles include a button to download the profile as a PDF . This PDF is basically your resume, containing all the experiences you've listed on LinkedIn. This includes your academics, work experiences, and everything else that you have on your profile.

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To download this quick resume, first, open LinkedIn in a web browser on your computer. When LinkedIn opens, click your profile icon at the top of the site and select "View Profile."

On the profile page, right beneath your profile picture, click the "More" option, and select "Save to PDF."

In a few moments, your browser will start downloading your resume PDF from LinkedIn.

That's all there is to generating a quick automatic resume from LinkedIn, but you might not want to send it exactly as it is to potential employers. In that case, check out the section below.

The resume that you downloaded above includes all the information that you have on your LinkedIn profile. If you want to add, edit, or delete certain sections of the resume, use LinkedIn's resume creation tool. It lets you choose what sections you want to include in or exclude from your resume. When you're happy with the result, you can download it as a PDF to your computer.

To start building your custom resume, open LinkedIn in your web browser. On LinkedIn, click your profile icon at the top-right corner and select "View Profile."

On the profile page, in the section at the top, select "More," and then click "Build a resume." This launches LinkedIn's resume creation tool in your browser.

In the "Select a Resume" pop-up that appears, click the "Create From Profile" button at the bottom.

In the following box that says "Choose your desired job title," click the "Job Title" box, and then enter your current job title. Then, select a title from the suggested options and click "Apply" at the bottom.

You're now on LinkedIn's resume creation tool screen. Here, you can add and exclude whatever information you want in your resume. To add or remove a section in your resume, click the pencil icon next to a section on the page.

The site will open a box with your selected section in it. Here, you can modify the contents of your section and click "Save" at the bottom of the box to save your changes. Or, you can click "Delete" to remove this section from your resume altogether.

When you've finished editing your resume, click "Preview" at the top of the LinkedIn site to preview your resume.

If you're happy with the result, click "More" at the top of the LinkedIn site, and then select "Download as PDF." This will download your resume as a PDF to your computer.

You're all set.

In addition to the ability to download your own resume, you can also download other LinkedIn members' resumes. You don't need to be connected with a member to be able to download their resume, but there's a limit of 200 downloads for others' resumes. (You can download your own resume an unlimited number of times, though.)

To download someone's profile, first, open their profile on LinkedIn . On the profile page, right beneath the cover image (the large image at the top of the page), click the "More" option, and then select "Save to PDF."

Your browser will start downloading a PDF resume of your selected LinkedIn member.

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How to find your LinkedIn public profile URL?

• Click the Me icon at the top of your LinkedIn homepage.
• Click View Profile .
• On your profile page, click Edit public profile & URL on the right pane.

Your public profile URL would be located under the Edit your custom URL section.

• It'll be an address that starts with www.linkedin.com/in .
• Copy and paste the address into the field above.
• Tap your profile photo.
• Tap View profile .
• Tap on the More icon next to Add section button.
• Tap Contact info .
• It’ll be an address that starts with www.linkedin.com/in .
• Scroll down to the Contact section.
• It’ll be an address that starts with https://www.linkedin.com/in.
• This URL won't appear if you don't have a public profile .
• Members who live in certain countries have a public profile URL that begins with a 2-letter code based on the country listed on their profile. For example, if you live in Canada, your public profile URL could be http://ca.linkedin.com/in/linkedinyourname .
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LinkedIn Resume Builder: Does It Pass the Test?

• Noel Rojo , 
• Updated March 13, 2024 6 min read

Did you know you could generate a resume from your LinkedIn profile — within LinkedIn’s website?

Yeah, not many people know about this option. It’s such a hidden tool, you’d think LinkedIn’s resume builder was intentionally hidden in shame. 

And perhaps that’s the case, as there are a few downsides to using it. 

We've tested it and will show you everything you need to know about the LinkedIn resume builder, its strengths and weaknesses, and alternatives.

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What is a LinkedIn resume builder?

Step-by-step guide to linkedin resume builder, 5 ways a linkedin profile differs from a resume, better alternatives to linkedin resume builder, what to adjust when creating a resume from your linkedin profile.

The LinkedIn resume builder is a free web-tool that allows you to either import an existing resume or generate a new resume from your LinkedIn profile.

It populates a simple resume template which can be easily edited without impacting your profile. You're also able to download the finished resume as a PDF. 

So, how can you create a resume there exactly? Let's have a look!

Before you can begin using the LinkedIn resume builder, you first need to create and log in into your LinkedIn account. Once you have done that, you can continue with the following steps: 

• Click the Me icon at the upper corner of your LinkedIn profile page.
• Select the More button beneath your name and contact information.
• Upload or create resume from profile.

That’s it, simple right?

I've tried it myself too and here’s what it spat out:

Resume from LinkedIn resume builder

So, what do we think? Is this a resume that will get you hired?

Not quite. There are two main problems that one can spot immediately:

• Template. With your resume, you want to stand out. However, the LinkedIn resume template is pretty boring. Plus it contains a lot of white space , forcing you to write sparingly if you don't want to go over one page.
• Content. LinkedIn profiles and resumes have different functions. You'll not be getting a great resume by merely clicking the " Create from profile " button.

If you want better results, you're going to have to tweak your LinkedIn resume — heavily.

Believe me, you really don't want to just copy and paste your LinkedIn profile into a resume and call it a go. We'll go over why in the chapters below. 

LinkedIn resume too bland?

Pick a template with personality and get hired.

Although the LinkedIn’s resume builder is a simple and easy to use tool, it comes with many limitations.

For starters, a good LinkedIn profile rarely translates into a good resume. Perhaps because both are meant to perform different roles.

Here are 5 ways in which a LinkedIn profile differs from a resume: 

• Less formal: Although still professional, your LinkedIn profile should be casual. 
• Includes a profile picture : Including a resume photo in most western countries is a no-no. However, uploading a professional portrait picture on your LinkedIn profile is advised.
• Longer and more descriptive : For sake of brevity a resume’s length is kept between one and two pages long. Such limitations are not the norm on a LinkedIn profile.
• Not tailored to individual jobs : Usually it's recommended to tailor a resume to every job application. On the other hand, this is not something you do with your LinkedIn profile. That one you just keep relevant to your field. 
• Written in 1st person instead of 3rd : Unlike a resume, you can use “I” and other personal pronouns such as "me, my, we, our,"  etc.

As you can see, these differences are not so small and will definitely complicate things when converting your LinkedIn profile into a LinkedIn resume. 

Luckily, there's a better way.

Some resumes can distinguish an applicant at a glance.

They ooze personality, not just because of how they're written, but because of how they're formatted and how they look. 

Unfortunately, this is something that is pretty much impossible to pull off with the LinkedIn resume builder.  You just don't have the options. 

In fact, I believe you would be better off creating a resume via Microsoft Word or Google Docs where you at least have some liberty to personalize it. 

But we know how hard and time consuming these programs can be.

This is where dedicated resume builders like Kickresume come in. You can still import your LinkedIn profile into them to get a head start, except you now have the option to choose between 30+ resume templates and millions of possible combinations.

Just follow these steps:

• Login/Signup to Kickresume.com
• Select Create New and Import from LinkedIn
• Follow onscreen instructions
• Pick a template and adjust your content

In the end, you don't need to worry about the formatting or whether it looks good or not.

You can instead dedicate your time to writing a great resume and to properly  use LinkedIn to get a job . 

Christy's word of advice

While I’m a huge fan of LinkedIn, unfortunately I can’t say the same about its underwhelming resume builder. If you’re in a hurry and just need a PDF copy of your work history, go ahead and use it. But if you want a document that you can extensively format and quickly edit, or that looks attractive, avoid it. Or use a platform that enables you to pull data from your LinkedIn profile and edit it in a separate resume builder (hint, hint — Kickresume 😉 ).

Christy Morgan, Resident HR Expert

If you decide to create your resume via LinkedIn or with importing your LinkedIn data into a dedicated resume builder, here's how to edit it:

• Keep it short: Even though your LinkedIn profile allows you to have a whole career history, on your resume, you typically focus on specific aspects and you’re limited by a number of pages. Try to keep it short and relevant, don't go over 2 pages.
• Change the tone: A resume is a formal document and your tone should reflect that. Eliminate colloquial phrasings and avoid using first person pronouns — heck, you can even opt to remove all personal pronouns.  
• Edit your summary: Majority of LinkedIn summaries are far too long for a resume. Keep your profile 2-5 bullet points long, 3 being the sweet spot. 
• Reduce the skills section: Unlike a LinkedIn profile, a resume doesn't need the 30 skills you added for SEO purposes. Jot down only the most relevant ones. 3-6 should be more then enough. 
• Change your keyword optimization: While a LinkedIn profile uses keywords that speak the language of a career field, a resume should speak with the language of the prospect job or company.

For more tips, check out this guide: How to Rewrite Your LinkedIn Profile Into a Job-Winning Resume (+Screenshots)

Key takeaway

In conclusion, although the LinkedIn’s resume builder can be great way to jump-start the resume writing process, it's really not an ideal way to create an attention grabbing resume.

It lacks options, it's clunky and the template is bland.

Honestly, if you're to spend time on LinkedIn, you're better off spending it perfecting your profile. You'll get noticed on LinkedIn better that way.  

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A documentary photographer and writer. Noel has worked for International publications like Deutsche Welle in Germany to News Deeply in New York. He also co-founded the global multimedia project Women Who Stay and collaborated as a journalist fellow with the University of Southern California. He went from traveling around the world to sitting on a couch thanks to the pandemic, but he got a nice job working for Kickresume thanks to that, so he won't complain.

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Turn Your LinkedIn Profile into an ATS-Friendly Resume

LinkedIn is a great platform that we encourage all job seekers to use to broaden their professional network and career prospects. The absolute majority of recruiters use it, and so should you.

Even though LinkedIn plays a significant role in a modern job search, your profile is usually not enough in most cases. For example, some employers want to see more details about your professional accomplishments in addition to the information provided in LinkedIn, while others only advertise exclusively on the company websites or classic job portals, and the only way to apply is with a resume.

When you find yourself in such a situation, what should you do? Can't you just download your LinkedIn profile as a resume, add some details or use it straight away?

Each different medium requires a different type of communication, and what works in LinkedIn does not work in a resume that well:

• Recruiters on LinkedIn are using tools that help them find candidates based on keywords associated with a profession. Different recruiters may use different search terms, so your profile should reflect that. To get the most out of your LinkedIn profile and capture as many job opportunities as possible, you should prepare it by focusing broadly on your industry.
• The candidate filtering outside LinkedIn is very similar, but the scope is much smaller. Companies use Applicant Tracking Systems to compare only the specific job position's requirements with the information found in a resume. Since your resume will be ranked by relevance, it needs to be focused on the particular position only as well.

In other words, LinkedIn profile is a broad overview, while a resume is a direct advertisement of your expertise for the needs of a specific employer. But, of course, it doesn't mean that one is better than the other - they simply are different types of communication.

Since you already have a broad representation of your experience and skills in your LinkedIn profile, is there a way to kick off an ATS-friendly resume from it?

Well, good news – from now on, you can easily do that with Wozber! Import your LinkedIn profile, and access all the tools Wozber offers to write a resume targeted to a specific job position and optimized for Applicant Tracking Systems.

With Wozber, we've helped thousands of job seekers worldwide, so we know what content passes an ATS scan and delivers the best results. And now you can start leveraging that in just a few clicks!

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Start by visiting LinkedIn and opening your profile. Then, hit "More" and "Save to PDF" to download your profile as a PDF. After that, the only left is to import the saved file into Wozber.

From then on, you can easily edit it as a Wozber resume, change its ATS-friendly template, customize style, and so on. Yet what's most important, you can use our dedicated ATS Optimization service at its fullest.

If you have the job position that interests you, copy its job requirements into Wozber, and instantly find out how well your resume would perform – would it pass an ATS evaluation or be rejected.

ATS Optimization analyzes your provided job requirements, classifies them by category, and highlights the most important keywords. Then it compares those keywords with your resume content in real-time and calculates the match rate. In other words, you will know what your resume includes and what's still missing, so you can adjust and have the best job interview chances.

When you're editing your resume, Wozber Virtual Assistant will show you relevant tips and job requirements you should match in the specific resume section that you're writing, which will make resume tailoring a smooth ride.

You may have already heard that almost 70% of all resumes get rejected because they don't pass an ATS scan. This means the recruiters or employers do not even see them. Those resumes don't include the key information that matches the job description, so that's why it's so important to tailor your resume well. Wozber makes it very easy because you will always know what has to go into your resume and be aware of your progress.

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So, here you have it – the easy way to turn your profile into an ATS-friendly resume. Wozber Free Resume Builder and ATS Optimization can significantly increase your reach for more exciting job opportunities and your success rate outside of LinkedIn by helping you adjust your profile content to the information the specific companies will search for.

Wozber LinkedIn profile import is in the public beta testing mode now, so if you notice any problems, please share them with us , and we will resolve all the issues as quickly as possible.

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12 Ways to Make Your LinkedIn Profile Stand Out (2024 Guide)

12 min read · Updated on August 15, 2024

Wherever you're at in your career, you need a stand-out LinkedIn profile

With over a billion users worldwide, LinkedIn is easily the largest professional network on the planet. If you're serious about your career and professional advancement, you need to present an optimized and up-to-date LinkedIn profile. It's your chance to get your name and face in front of hundreds (or even thousands) of professionals in your industry, build a network, and apply for jobs. 

Why is your LinkedIn profile important?

Wherever you're at in your career, LinkedIn is a helpful tool to help you progress. Even if you're not actively job hunting at the moment, an up-to-date profile is always a good idea; you'll regret neglecting your profile and your connections when you're ready to move on and recruiters can approach you about opportunities at any time.

It's not enough to just set up a basic LinkedIn page. You need a fully-complete, all-star LinkedIn profile that draws attention, says the right things, and helps you to really connect with the people who can help you to develop your career. In this article, we present 12 simple tips on creating the perfect LinkedIn profile and share advice on how to maximize your visibility on the platform. 

How to make your LinkedIn stand out

1. add a headshot.

The simplest thing that you can do is to put a face to your name and add a LinkedIn profile picture – and a good one at that. Be creative if that fits with what you do or who you are, but remember that this is the first impression people will get from your page. If you don't currently have a professional headshot to use, it's worth the investment. With the huge numbers of people on LinkedIn, those without a photo are easily pushed aside. 

While photos aren't recommended on resumes, due to discrimination legislation, it's considered one of the most critical LinkedIn profile best practices. LinkedIn stats tell us that a profile can get up to 21 times more views if it includes a photo.

2. Create an eye-catching headline

Your headline is positioned right below your name on your LinkedIn profile and will be the first thing that profile visitors read. The default settings will fill this in with your current position and that's okay for starters – but you can change it to whatever you want. You have 120 characters to work with, so why not write something that really pops? If you're asking how to stand out on LinkedIn, this is a great place to start as visitors see your headline before they even click to view your full profile. 

Think of it as a small billboard advertisement for you and what you do. Instead of just stating your job title, why not mention your specialty and how you benefit your company or customers? Don't forget to keep your target audience in mind. Are you speaking to industry peers, customers, or headhunters? Write for your target audience. For example:

Advertising Sales Rep helping clients create winning branding strategies. Over 900 successful clients.

Just like that you've told them your job, what you bring to the table, and provided a little credibility. It's an easy and effective way of encouraging your profile visitors to continue reading.

3. Craft an interesting About section

A big part of learning how to create a good LinkedIn profile is recognizing that your LinkedIn About section gives you the perfect opportunity to tell your story. It's really just a longer form of your headline, but you have 2,000 characters to work with, so you can dive in a little deeper. Don't just focus on your past experience, but also on what you do well and what you can bring to a prospective employer.

Be creative and paint a picture of who you really are as a professional. Keep it interesting and, most importantly, give readers a reason to contact you. 

Here's a LinkedIn About example that we love from our article, How to Write a Powerful LinkedIn Profile Summary :

“As an Information Security Analyst at Acme Hospital in Sacramento, I manage the day-to-day flow of information into and out of five hospitals and two emergency centers. With a focus on database management, my job ensures critical computer systems, medical files, and patient history remain active and never fail. 

My team and I stay updated on the latest trends in information security, to not only keep Acme Hospital safe but also on the cutting edge.

Feel free to connect with me or drop me a message – I usually reply within a day or so.”

A strong and engaging About section will really make your LinkedIn profile stand out. 

4. Use the right keywords

As you craft your summary and other sections of your LinkedIn profile, don't forget to include relevant job- and industry-specific keywords. Use of keywords is one of the most important best practices for a LinkedIn profile. To select the right keywords for your profile, you should conduct a search of job descriptions attached to open positions in your field that are of interest to you. Select some of the most commonly cited skills and duties and make sure to include those specific words and phrases naturally throughout your profile text. 

Why are keywords so important? Well, anyone who conducts a search for employees with the same job title and responsibilities as you will likely use some of those common words and phrases in their search parameters. By creating a strongLinkedIn profile that uses those terms, you can make yourself more visible to recruiters and others with an interest in locating people in your field.

5. Highlight your experience

You can do better than simply listing your job titles and employers here. Why not show off your skills and experience further by providing a bit more information? Don't just simply cut and paste your resume into your LinkedIn profile, though. You don't have the same two-page rule here, but you do have internet readers with short attention spans. 

Use engaging action words to show not just what you did, but what you accomplished in each position. The key is to demonstrate the impact you've made, the change you've enacted, the initiatives you've led, and the results you've delivered. Don't forget to use those relevant keywords, too!

6. Don't neglect your skills

When you're thinking about how to make your LinkedIn stand out, don't forget important basic information like your skills. Any recruiter who comes across your profile is going to want to ensure that you have the right skill set for the open positions they're trying to fill. Review your skill section regularly and either add or update information about your most relevant and marketable skills. Again, the job adverts you're looking at will give you some clues about what to include here. 

7. Use visual media

Did you know that you can add a background photo on LinkedIn, just as you can on Twitter and Facebook? It's simple to do and makes your LinkedIn profile stand out, so pick a theme that speaks to your profession or personality.

LinkedIn also allows you to connect other media to your profile like YouTube videos, infographics, articles – you name it. Get creative to make your page jump off the screen, look more attractive, and demand attention.

8. Customize your URL

Your LinkedIn URL is the web address for your personal profile. When setting up a LinkedIn profile, the default URL will have your name plus a random sequence of letters and numbers. Why not make it something more relevant and memorable? 

Along the right-hand side of your profile, you will see the option to edit your public LinkedIn URL . Use that option to make your URL more punchy – it only takes a couple of minutes. You could consider using your name, your industry, your specialism, your location… the options are endless, just keep it short and professional. 

9. Start making connections

Now that you know how to make your LinkedIn stand out, it's time to start making connections. It seems obvious, but it can be easy to forget just how important it is to focus on your network. It's important to keep growing your network – firstly, because your connections will be able to provide support with job searches and secondly, because having a lot of connections helps to keep you visible to others on LinkedIn. 

Aim to connect with individuals you know personally, have worked with, or have met in a professional capacity. If you do decide to connect with individuals you haven't met, or don't have a direct connection to, send a note with your request explaining who you are and why you'd like to connect.

10. Ask for recommendations and endorsements

This is a big one. Think of people that you've developed a great working relationship with in the past. When you edit your profile, there's a link to click that says Ask for Recommendations. Click on it. You can personalize a note to send with the request and hopefully your contact will send you a glowing recommendation for your profile. They're like references, but visible to your entire network. 

Recommendations and endorsements are key to making your LinkedIn profile stand out . Employers want to know that others have approved of your work. Many people still neglect this important feature and miss out on a great opportunity to demonstrate their value in the marketplace.

You can increase the chances of getting others to write recommendations for you by providing recommendations to them first!

11. Keep your page active

LinkedIn is more than just an online resume – it's a networking site. That means that to get the most out of it, you need to remain active. Check out what other people are posting, engage them with thoughtful comments, and like and share posts that strike you as helpful.

You can also join groups on LinkedIn. Whatever your professional interests are, from marketing to accounting, there are going to be groups talking about it. Join one or two and interact within that group. It's a great way to meet some new people and share ideas.

One great way to be active on LinkedIn is to regularly post informative and relevant content. Your goal should be to use your LinkedIn profile to market yourself as an expert in your field, and the content you post will be the most effective way to establish that expertise. Try to stay abreast of new developments in your industry and share that information – and anything else that might be of interest to your network and anyone else who sees it.

12. Complete as many additional sections as possible

You'll have noticed that there are also other fields that you can complete as part of your profile, such as languages, publications, education, organizations and more. Fill in as many as you can that are relevant to your career and next steps. The more complete your profile is, the more likely you are to be awarded “all-star” status.  

Bonus Tips: Don't neglect the obvious

In addition to those main tips for helping you learn how to make a good LinkedIn profile, it's important to also cover some of the more basic things that many people sometimes neglect. For example:

Make sure that your contact information is accurate and up to date. Recruiters may sometimes want to reach out via email or text, or even call you in person. If you forget to include those updated contact details, you could miss out on some great opportunities.

If you want your profile to be found, make sure to set your privacy settings so that they are open to the public. That will enable anyone who conducts a search to have a better chance of finding you.

Be thorough when you add information to your profile. If you list educational achievements, don't just include the date you started class; add the completion date as well. Go through your entire profile and make sure that these seemingly minor details are all properly covered.

Whenever you have a change in your employment status, skill set, or similar areas of importance, update your LinkedIn profile as soon as possible. That way, your profile is always current. The goal is to make sure that your profile is always ready when you need it.

If you're accessing LinkedIn on your cell phone, you can add the pronunciation of your name. That can be useful if you have an unusual or tricky name.  

How do I increase my LinkedIn profile views? 

So you have an all-star profile, how do you get eyeballs on it? Well, following the steps above is a good start – with keywords and connections you'll be easily found. Consider these options to further maximize your visibility:

Create frequent posts that resonate and engage with your target audience

Add pictures, photos, or videos to your posts to drive further engagement

Ask questions in your posts, to encourage responses

Respond to comments on your posts

Like, comment on, and react to posts by others

Add your LinkedIn profile URL to your resume, email signature, cover letter, and other correspondence to generate inbound links

Use the green “open to work” banner to advertise your availability

Write a LinkedIn article to showcase your expertise

Expert tip: Find out more in our article How to get noticed on LinkedIn

Use your LinkedIn to get noticed!

LinkedIn is a powerful tool and one that's really easy to use and take advantage of as a key part of your job search strategy. Make the most of it by learning how to make a LinkedIn profile that stands out in a sea of candidates, sells your skills, and validates your accomplishments. 

You want your page to be visually appealing to visitors, while making it easy for them to get a feel for who you are and what you can do for them professionally. These LinkedIn profile tips for how to make your LinkedIn stand out can help you to get a great start on building your winning LinkedIn profile.

Is your LinkedIn profile getting you noticed? Let one of our resume experts optimize it today! 

This article was originally written by Tyler Omoth and has been updated by Ken Chase and Jen David.

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