<aside> 💫 Below, please find a checklist that you can utilize to ensure your LinkedIn meets the requirements for joining the Career Acceleration.

Note: If you cannot put a checkmark in a box, don't worry—simply revisit the lesson linked to the respective section and make adjustments to your resume.

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Header:

• [ ] The username (and therefore the URL) has been edited to remove random letters/numbers.
• [ ] You have a professional, high-quality photo as your profile picture.
• [ ] Your prospective role has been added to your headline (e.g., Business Analyst, Data Scientist).
• [ ] You provide a brief description that includes your USP (Unique Selling Proposition) and relevant keywords.
• [ ] Your contact information includes working links to your GitHub, portfolio, and email.
• [ ] In the settings, you have allowed all LinkedIn users to see your contact information.
• [ ] Your education has been added to the summary section of the Intro block.
• [ ] The default LinkedIn cover image has been replaced with an attractive, high-quality cover image.

<aside> 💡 To learn more about Linkedin, review the following lesson: LinkedIn Profile: First Steps

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About and Featured sections

• [ ] The About section starts with your Unique Value Proposition or another "hook" that could encourage someone to keep reading.
• [ ] The About section contains 1-2 paragraphs detailing your background, preferred stack, keywords, and education.
• [ ] It also shows your personality by mentioning your values, motivation, and goals, or at least your personal information, such as hobbies and interests.
• [ ] This section should also include links to your GitHub profile and your email address.
• [ ] The About section contains a call to action (an invitation to connect, your email address, a request to contact you for an opportunity, etc.).
• [ ] Your profile's activity section shows that you have recently posted, commented, and engaged with other posts.

<aside> 💡 To learn more about Linkedin, review the following lesson: LinkedIn Sections: About, Experience, and Accomplishments

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Experience and Skills sections