It’s that time of year again when recruiting and job searches increase. And, with more than 600 million users worldwide on LinkedIn, it is a good idea to have your LinkedIn profile optimized and up to date.

Here are our top 4 tips to creating a LinkedIn Profile to make it stand out amongst others:

1. Update Your Profile Image: Remember, this is the first impression people will get from your page. Choose a current, professional headshot. Wear professional attire, smile and be sure that your face takes up about 60% of the photo (long-distance shots and group pictures do not stand out). Here are some great tips on how to pick the right profile picture on LinkedIn

2. Highlight Your Experience: Avoid simply cutting and pasting from your resume - LinkedIn is meant for quick viewing. Include any jobs that you deem relevant and use three to five interesting bullet-points for reach position. Also, be sure to include action words and any sales numbers (if applicable).

3. Craft a Personal Summary: Your LinkedIn summary is an opportunity to tell your story. Focus on what you do well and what you bring to a prospective employer. Remember to use key words that are strongly connected to your field or industry.

4. Ask for Recommendations: This is an important and often overlooked one! Recommendations add value to your profile and are essential to making your LinkedIn profile stand out. Think back to those individuals who you have a good working relationship with and ask for a recommendation. While you are at it, write them one as well!

We hope you found these tips helpful and we look forward to connecting with you in the future. To learn more about what’s new at CONMED, we encourage you to follow us on LinkedIn. Check our latest opportunities below!