1. An Online GoToMeeting Presentation with Richard Lord

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9. Professionals join LinkedIn at the rate of 2 per second. 9

10. Fewer people have static workplaces. 10

11. Fastest-growing demographic 11

12. 67% of users are now outside US 12

13. Where to post Profile/Home v.Groups 13

14. Who do you Link to? Your contacts? The firm’s? Don't stop there; cast a wider net. 14

15. You should actively search for new potential contacts, not just accept invitations. 15

16. Your schools are fertile ground. 16

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18. What do you do after a connection is made?  Send a thank you / introduction 18

19. More public = more beneficial Leave a digital footprint 19

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21. A clear, current, professional picture is important. People want to see you before they meet you and want to know people and interests you may have in common. 21

22. Profile picture 22

23. Firm first Who we are What we do Individual What you do 23

24. Pick your title and introduction carefully Target your core 24

25. Use your entire CV on LinkedIn  Summary  Experience  Organizations  Projects  Certifications  Education  Publications  Interests  Personal Details  Advice for Contacting  Honors & Awards 25

26. Celebrate accomplishments 26

27. What should you say in your invitation? Try to avoid default language. You are more likely to accept a personal invitation from a remote or unknown person. 27

28. “I'd like to add you to my professional network on LinkedIn.” 28

29. Mobile apps Download from App Store on iPhone or Play Store on Android. LinkedIn Connected only for iPhone 29

30.  Legal and networking groups  LinkedIn for Good https://www.linkedin.com/lifg https://www.linkedin.com/lifg  LinkedIn Webinars http://help.linkedin.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/ 530/~/linkedin-learning-webinars http://help.linkedin.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/ 530/~/linkedin-learning-webinars 30

31. Virtual networking is not a substitute for traditional networking. Each makes the other more robust and productive. 31