As the largest networking platform in the world, LinkedIn is a digital space you should be present and active. To show up authentically and highlight the best of who you are and what you can bring to any position or opportunity, it’s important to evaluate your presence regularly and keep your account active and up to date. Because there are many areas to review and it can be time-consuming, this guide to auditing your LinkedIn account and activity will be broken up into three posts starting here with your Name, Headline, Photos, Location, About Section, and Featured Content. The second post will cover your experience, education and skills, followed by the final portion of the audit to include your connections, activity and engagement.

In addition to tips and action items, there will also be checklists to hold you accountable from one week to the next. Get ready to take your LinkedIn presence to the next level.

LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network and there are many ways to use the site to reach your goals. No matter if you’re 17 years late to the LinkedIn party, have a profile but can’t remember last time you opened it or you’re an active member, the uses and possibilities outlined below can benefit you as you build, maintain or enhance your LinkedIn profile and engagement.