10 LinkedIn Mistakes to Avoid

LinkedIn is a great career growth tool — if you use it consistently. Whether your goal is to job search, build and strengthen your network, or share your expertise, if you’ve ever wondered about best practices for utilizing LinkedIn, this list of 10 LinkedIn mistakes to avoid is for you.

1 — Don’t Dismiss LinkedIn as Something Only for People Who Are Looking for a New Job.

The best time to build your LinkedIn profile, connect with people, and participate on LinkedIn is now — before you need it. If you find yourself suddenly unemployed and decide that now is the time to start using LinkedIn, you’re going to be playing catch up. Instead, take time to “dig your well before you’re thirsty,” as author Harvey Mackay says.

2 — Don’t “Set It and Forget It.”

Your LinkedIn profile is an evolving snapshot of you. You should be updating it regularly with new connections, status updates and/or LinkedIn Publishing articles, and other activity (such as commenting on other people’s posts).

3 — Don’t Ignore It.

Check in on LinkedIn regularly — at least every other day if you are in active job search mode; at least…