Social Media For professionals By Melissa Oberdorf
Profile “It’s like a resume in 3-D” Features of a profile: Picture Contact information Job History Skills Education Following
Connections and Jobs Connections: Contact other professionals and expand your network Jobs: Search for available jobs Company, Job Title, Location
Interests Companies Follow companies that interest you Groups Connect to others with similar interests Pulse Follow influences, topics and subjects Education Displays school information and stats
Founded in 2002 by Reid Hoffman, one of the founders of PayPal Management Team is made up of executives at top companies such as Microsoft, Yahoo and Google. Ranked #7 most visited in US As of 2013: 259+ million users over 200 countries Free app available in: iTunes Google Play Blackberry World Windows Store History and Facts
What is the cost? Features of upgrade plans: General Use of the site is free, although limited Upgrade plans available*: Business $23.99 Business Plus $47.99 Executive $74.99 *priced annually Features of upgrade plans: Unlimited listing of “who’s viewed your profile” View out of network profiles Full name visibility Saved searches limit on use of communication messages (inmail and introductions)
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