Take Control: Secure Your LinkedIn Account in 2 Minutes
? Carol Kaemmerer
Executive Branding & Influence Strategist | Helping C-Suite Executives, Business Owners & Seasoned Federal Leaders Leverage LinkedIn for Board Seats, Media Features & High-Impact Career Moves
A new administration brings shifting priorities, industry disruptions, and unexpected layoffs. The worst time to update your LinkedIn profile? After you lose your job. When confidence is shaken and access to your professional network is suddenly cut off, rebuilding is harder than it needs to be.
What if...
?? You get called into a meeting and leave without a job—only to realize later that you can’t log into LinkedIn because it’s tied to your company email?
?? You’re ready to reach out to your network, but you’ve been locked out of your professional lifeline?
?? A recruiter messages you with an amazing opportunity—but you never see it because you no longer have access?
These aren’t hypotheticals. They happen every day.
? Take action now: Make sure you have a personal email attached to your LinkedIn account. Here’s how:
1?? Click on your Me icon (top right corner).
2?? Select Settings & Privacy > Sign in & Security > Email Addresses
3?? Add a personal email (Gmail, Outlook, etc.) and verify it.
4?? Set it as your primary email, so you stay in control no matter what.
Should you be making other LinkedIn updates right now? Absolutely. Your profile is your career insurance, and keeping it updated ensures you’re ready for whatever comes next. Read more here.
How I Can Help
If it’s time for a LinkedIn refresh, you don’t have to tackle it alone. I offer a variety of solutions tailored to your needs and preferences:
?? Executive One-on-One Coaching – Whether you need a quick audit and strategy session or a full done-for-you profile in just a week, I’ll help you present your best self.
?? LinkedIn Leaders Lab? – A 6-week group program that provides expert guidance, peer support, and actionable strategies to optimize your LinkedIn presence.
?? Online On-Demand Course: How to Be Found on LinkedIn – Learn at your own pace how to use LinkedIn effectively to attract the right opportunities.
?? My #1 Best-Selling, Award-Winning Book: LinkedIn for the Savvy Executive – Step-by-step insights to maximize your LinkedIn presence. US residents can order an author-inscribed copy through my website; international readers can purchase it on Amazon.
?? Ready to get started? Let’s talk!
About the Author Carol Kaemmerer is an internationally recognized LinkedIn expert and executive branding coach. Acclaimed as one of the top personal branding experts, she has been recognized by MSN, the American Reporter, and the Coach Foundation for her contributions to the field. Carol helps C-suite leaders amplify their influence and visibility. As the author of the best-selling book LinkedIn for the Savvy Executive, she empowers professionals to shine online and achieve career success.
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2 周Although a personal email is a good idea, losing access to a corporate email will not lock you out of linked in
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2 周This is SO VERY IMPORTANT ? Carol Kaemmerer! ALL LinkedIn Users MUST READ this and take action now!!!
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2 周Unfortunately a very timely reminder ? Carol Kaemmerer!
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2 周Such a valuable reminder! It's easy to overlook, but securing your LinkedIn access with a personal email is a small step that can make a big difference when things change unexpectedly. ??
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2 周That never dawned on me, Carol. GREAT advice!