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Frustrated by writing your LinkedIn summary? Use this 4-part formula to concisely convey your skills, experience, and the connections that you want to make.

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• Sentence 1: I am a [profession] who [does a specific skill, service, or serves a specific demographic].
• Sentence 2: I use [skill], [trait], and [training] to accomplish [result].
• Sentence 3: I have [quantified accomplishment], [measurable sign of responsibility], and [scale of work].
• Sentence 4: I want [career mission statement or reason for using Linkedin such as job opportunities, networking, etc.]
• You can also add a short list of skills and links to your website too.

Final Notes

Your summary will start rough. Don't be discouraged if you have to revise it a few times.

This is your elevator pitch to the internet. Go beyond this sample template to make it your own. Add more sentences. Expand on your unique skills and experiences. Think about what will be relevant to your ideal companies. Let that guide your pitch.

You have a lot to offer so let the world know.

Cheers,

Sami

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LinkedIn_Summary_Formula.pdf

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• Notion user? Duplicate this page as template.

LinkedIn Knowledge Bite

450+ million members

94% recruiters use LinkedIn to vet candidates.

Most popular in USA, India, Brazil, UK, and Canada

HR/Recruiters skim most profiles for only 6-30 seconds.

They spend the most time on your photo, summary, and the first job listed on your profile.

Your summary is your professional pitch.

My Summary Example

I am a career strategist for creative and technical professionals.

I use career services experience, motivational interviewing, and technical knowledge to help my clients achieve their goals. I combine a research and instruction skillset with practical experience gained through organizing events like the TRANSFORM Employment Expo, hosting the Career Kickstart podcast, and writing the Job Prep curriculum for Europe’s #1 tech boot camp.*

I want to help professionals design their dream careers.

Tip: Break up long paragraphs. A wall of text is hard to read on mobile devices.

UX Designer Example

I am a UX designer with a background in marketing. I use design thinking to growth hack startups. I have completed a UX boot camp and an internship with a design agency.

My goal is join a emerging tech company in the Denver-area.

Next Steps?

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🐱‍🏍Want more insight into growing your LinkedIn network? Check out my video on Finding the Right People on LinkedIn.

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After five years of experience as a career specialist in tech boot camps, colleges, and nonprofits; I have helped hundreds of professionals just like you thrive in the job market!

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