By | Kate Reilly | Writer, Content Strategist, Marketer
We get it. Writing your LinkedIn Profile summary isn’t at the top of your to-do list. You’re not sure what to write. Your photo and headline make your Profile complete enough. It’s not worth your time since your company already attracts so many great candidates. [Insert your own excuse here.]
Well sometimes you need a great example — or 14 great examples — to see the summary’s magic and figure out how to write your own. Read on and prepare to be inspired.
Wait, what’s my LinkedIn Profile summary again?
Your summary is the text box at the top of your LinkedIn Profile, aka the “About” section. It’s just under your photo. It’s an open-ended space (sort of; 2,000 characters max) where you give an overview of your professional life.
Why have a summary at all?
Your summary or About section is the one place you define yourself in your own words, free of start dates and titles. Whether you use it to put career choices in context, highlight your biggest achievements, or show off your personality, the summary is your chance to put your best self out there. It strengthens your first impression in a way no other Profile section can.
I need an example. What does an excellent LinkedIn Profile summary look like?
There are many paths to a great summary, so we rounded up examples from professionals in a variety of industries and roles. Let’s take a look at 14 and explore why they shine.
