The 3-Second Resume Challenge

Think fast: If someone looked at your LinkedIn profile for just three seconds, what would they remember?

• Your killer headline?
• That oddly cropped vacation photo?
• Or… nothing at all?

Here’s the brutal truth: Your LinkedIn profile has the same amount of time to impress someone as a bad Netflix trailer. If it’s not clear, memorable, and impactful, they’ll scroll right past.

?? Mini-Challenge: Take out your phone, open your LinkedIn profile, and stare at it for three seconds. Now write down the first thing that caught your eye. Was it what you wanted people to notice?

The Personal Branding Cheat Sheet

Your LinkedIn profile isn't just a resume; it's a reputation builder. Your first impression, amplified. It can and should work for your benefit when it:

1. Clear: Use a headline that says exactly what you do and the value you bring.
2. Visual: Invest in a professional headshot and a compelling banner image. (No sunsets or pets, please.)
3. Storytelling: Your About section should feel like you, not a corporate bio generator. Share your inspiring journey and the milestones that shaped your career.
4. Proof: Highlight achievements with metrics. "Led a high-performing team of 5 marketing managers, implementing innovative strategies that resulted in a 30% increase in revenue and exceeded annual targets." beats "Strategically managed a large scale marketing project."

At GlobalStart, we help executives and professionals craft LinkedIn profiles that stop the scroll and spark opportunities. Because first impressions do matter.

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