Now is the time to start catching the wave of professional networking online, and there is no better place to do so than LinkedIn.

But the simple fact of having a profile is not enough. You need to transform your account into a lead gen and recruiting machine.

What determines LinkedIn profile strength?

Ultimately, the impact of your LinkedIn account comes down to 6 simple, yet essential, elements:

Headshot

Banner Image

Headline

Summary

Endorsements

Experience