Hey! My name is Ayush Tiwari, Career Blogger, Online Earning and Job Market Researcher. If you are planning to learn from home and make countable on your profile, read this blog.
Are you a student, a job seeker, someone changing careers? Yes, LinkedIn profile can get you a job faster. Businesses are using LinkedIn to hire people like you in 2025. But simply having a LinkedIn profile isn’t enough. You have to be loud and clear and to sound like a professional.
In this blog I’ll give you some quick and dirty tips to optimize your linkedin profile. Here are some tips to help you demonstrate your skills, network with the right people and win over job offers. At the end, I will also answer the most frequently asked questions.
Let’s get started!
What is LinkedIn and Why is it Important?
LinkedIn is the largest professional social network in the world. It is where people go to find a job, hire workers, share skills and make the connections they need to build their careers. If you’re not on LinkedIn yet, you may as well be invisible in the job market today.
With an optimal LinkedIn profile, you can:
- Receive job offers from recruiters
- Demonstrate your skills and certifications
- Connect with others in your industry
- Find out about businesses and job opportunities
- Create an Online Brand for Yourself
That’s why, if you want to progress in your career, a LinkedIn profile is a must.
1. Lead with a Professional Profile Picture
On your profile, your photo is the first thing people see. Go with a clear, smiling headshot of you facing forward with a simple background. Wear something decent and ensure that your face is visible. No selfies or group shots.
A strong profile photo helps you get noticed by more than 20 times, according to research by LinkedIn.
2. Use a Catchy Headline
Your headline is the line of text that immediately follows your name. It should say who you are and what you do. Don’t simply put “Student” or “Unemployed.” Choose words that demonstrate your goals and accomplishments. For example:
“BCA Student | FrontEnd Web Developer | Searching for Internships”
“Freelance Graphic Designer | Canva & Adobe Ninja | Open to Work”
This will help recruiters see you when they’re looking for people with particular skills.
3. Write a Strong ‘About Me’ Section
This is a short introduction of yourself. You have 4–5 lines to describe your background, goals, skills and what makes you unique.
Here’s an example:
“I’m a BCA final year student, web and UI developer by heart. I have projects in HTML, CSS, and JS. I like to tackle problems in the real world with code. “I am currently looking for internships with which I can learn and grow.”
Keep it honest, simple and goal-oriented.
4. Include Work Experience (Even If You’re a Fresh Grad)
If you don’t have any formal job experience, no problem! You can add:
- Internships
- Freelance work
- College projects
- Volunteering
- Part-time jobs
Say the name of the company, your title, the timeframe, and what you did. That demonstrates to me that you have, in fact, worked, and that you are done with that work and for more.
5. List Your Skills Clearly
Thanks to LinkedIn, you can insert up to 50 skills. Include skills relevant to your career objective. If you are a tech person, blanket it with things like Python, HTML, CSS, Excel, etc. If you’re marketing-oriented, list in skills like SEO, content writing, Canva, or social media.
Have your friends, teachers or ex-colleagues commend your skills. More endorsements = more trust-worthy.
6. Show Your Certificates
This is the place to showcase them, if you’ve taken online courses. Include certs in platforms such as:
They are signs that you are a learner and willing to get better.
7. Create a Custom LinkedIn URL
LinkedIn provides you with a random-integer URL. You have the option to change it to your name and present your clean professional look. For example:
linkedin.com/in/ayushtiwari
To do this, visit your profile > click on “Edit public profile & URL” > then edit your link.
8. Stay Active on LinkedIn
Don’t just set up your profile and forget about it. Stay active by:
- Sharing your achievements
- Writing about your journey
- Commenting on posts
- Congratulating others
- Connecting with new people
This will enable you to expand your network and get the attention of recruiters.
9. Use “Open to Work” Feature
If you are looking for jobs or internships, press the “Open to Work” button on your profile. This is a signal to recruiters that you are open to interviews. Type of job, works location and mode(remote/onsite) can be selected.
This one little step can improve your odds of messages from hiring managers.
10. Connect with the Right People
Socialize outside your inner circle. Include people who are in your field, such as:
- HR Managers
- Startup Founders
- Company Pages
- Industry Experts
- Career Coaches
Then flirt with them a little bit with something like:
“Hello, I am a student interested in your field. I would appreciate the opportunity to connect and learn more about your journey.”
Here are some FAQs on LinkedIn profile tips to get hired:
Can I get job on LinkedIn without experience?
Yes, there are lots of companies who do hired freshers/interns. Just ensure your profile is filled out and reflective of your skills and goals.
Is a premium LinkedIn subscription worth it for job seekers?
If you’re really getting after the job search though, LinkedIn Premium provides additional features like the ability to see who viewed your profile, InMail and better search filters. But it’s optional.
Is it a good idea to make regular posts on LinkedIn?
Yes, if you show up once a week, you come to mind. Tell us a little about your path, your projects or what you’re learning.
As a student, what kind of content should post?
You might share work you do in coding or design; discuss certifications you’re working on; talk about an online class you’re taking; or share career tips you’ve learned.
How long should my LinkedIn ‘About Me’ section be?
Keep it from 3 to 6 short sentences. Vent in a readable, succinct way.
Conclusion: Differing Opinions on LinkedIn Profiles
If I may weigh in based on my experience LinkedIn is the digital version of your resume running 24/7. Whether you’re a student, freelancer, job seeker, or career changer — LinkedIn’s got something to offer.
You might hear, “Only experienced people get hired on LinkedIn.” But that’s not true. I’ve seen freshers get hired for jobs and internships just by having a good enough profile and being active.
If you’re still not on LinkedIn or your profile is dinky, now is the time to make that right. Take action today. By following the tips above will make sure you get in the way of becoming hired.
