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HARNESSING THE POWER OF LINKEDIN – A BEGINNERS WORKSHOP!

Discover the power of the world’s largest professional networking site. Whether you’re looking to connect with new business clients, build brand awareness or just trying to expand your personal network, LinkedIn is an excellent tool. Our presenter is Angela Pitter, founder of LiveWire Collaborative, partnering will small businesses to achieve brand awareness and drive sales via social media.

Learn how to get started with LinkedIn through a step-by-step illustration using a live LinkedIn account with demonstrations of many powerful features. This course will include the following:

  • How to set up your profile to make yourself appear in searches
  • How to search for and add contacts for strategic networking
  • How to request recommendations/testimonials
  • How to use Groups to connect with your target audience to position yourself as a leader in your field
  • Advanced tips and tricks for getting the most of this social media service

This is a hands-on workshop for beginners. Participants must bring their own wi-fi capable laptop (not iPad) and should already have established a LinkedIn account. Notes will be provided in class and electronically.

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