From Campus to Careers
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From Campus to Careers
The Secret to Getting Noticed by Employers on LinkedIn | Nabeeda Bakali-Abrar
Want to make your LinkedIn profile shine and get noticed by employers? 🚀
In this episode of The Workshop - part of the 'From Campus to Careers Podcast' by the Aston University Careers and Placements Team - host Andy Cooper chats with Nabeeda Bakali-Abrar, Senior Customer Success Manager at LinkedIn and Aston alumna, about how to unlock the full potential of your LinkedIn profile.
Nabeeda shares her own inspiring journey from Aston student to working at LinkedIn, along with insider advice on:
✅ Showcasing your skills and experiences effectively
✅ Building a professional network that works for you
✅ Engaging with employers the right way
✅ Making your profile stand out to recruiters
Whether you’re just starting your LinkedIn journey or looking to take your profile to the next level, this episode is packed with practical, actionable tips to help you succeed.
About The Workshop:
The Workshop is our practical mini-series where we share step-by-step guides and expert insights to help you stand out and succeed throughout your career journey.
👇 Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:13 Meet Nabeeda
03:10 How LinkedIn has played a part in Nabeeda's Career Journey
05:42 How to start building a strong profile
07:59 What makes a profile stand out to employers?
10:55 Engaging with Employers
12:40 Applying for Internships/Placements/Graduate Roles
16:10 The Future of LinkedIn
Follow Nabeeda: linkedin.com/in/nabeedabakaliabrar
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