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Happy Better Yourself Friday! 🎉 Last week we spoke about polishing your LinkedIn profile which is viewed as your digital first impression. Well this week we will be diving in a lot more because truth be told, LinkedIn isn’t just a CV rather, it’s your story. And stories are far more powerful than bullet points.

Here is a practical example about how telling a story is more powerful than listing out your milestones. If your headline only says: “Final Year BCom Student” then you are not describing yourself to the best of your abilities. In order to improve this as yourself the following questions. What problems can you solve? What industries excite you? And what skills are you building? With those considerations added to your original headline you would get something like this, “Aspiring Financial Analyst | Passionate About Data-Driven Decision Making | Final-Year BCom Student”. See the difference? It shows direction, not just status.

On to the next consideration, your "About” section. Think of this portion as your voice. This is where most people freeze. But it doesn’t have to be complicated. A simple step by step formula that can be followed starts by asking yourself, who you are, what you’re building or learning, what interests you and what you’re looking for. This section requires you to answer those questions. You don’t need perfect grammar or corporate buzzwords.
You just need clarity and authenticity. Remember people connect with people, not perfection. 🤝

You don’t need to wait until you “have it all figured out” to show up online. Your profile can grow as you grow. Visibility creates opportunity. And opportunity starts with being seen. 👀✨

So without further ado, here’s another installment of Better Yourself Friday

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💡 Great Tips for Mahala

How to Write a LinkedIn Summary That Helps You Stand Out

In order to have a great LinkedIn summary, you need to do more than going through listed jobs. It’s a good platform to tell your story. The best way to approach this is by writing it like a narrative that introduces who you are, what you do, what drives you, and what you’ve achieved. Start with a compelling hook.

Use natural keywords so recruiters can find you, let your personality come through, and keep it easy to read. Ending with a call to action can help start meaningful connections.

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