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NETWORKING (CONTINUED)
Tools include the following:
LinkedIn (Virtual Networking) LinkedIn is a professional networking platform that allows individuals to connect
with other professionals, colleagues, and potential employers. It is a social media platform designed for
professionals to display their skills, experience, and education. On LinkedIn, users can create a profile that
includes their work experience, education, skills, and achievements. They can also connect with other
professionals and join groups related to their industry. Access LinkedIn and additional LinkedIn resources at
https://www.linkedin.com.
VMock Aspire (LinkedIn Optimization) VMock’s Aspire helps create a compelling LinkedIn profile with targeted
and personalized recommendations to improve the language, content, and key terms for recruiter search
optimization. https://go.fiu.edu/VMock
VMock Elevator Pitch VMock’s Elevator Pitch analyzes interviews holistically and instantly reveals crucial
information about body language, enunciation, and content. https://go.fiu.edu/VMock
How to Create an Elevator Pitch - https://go.fiu.edu/CreateElevatorPitch
Elevator Pitch Breakdown
https://go.fiu.edu/ElevatorPitchBreakdown
Students can also harness the power of social media to tap into FIU’s ever growing network of 300,000+ alumni.
Experienced Panther graduates can potentially provide mentorship and even help jumpstart career growth by
connecting individuals with employers in their industries. It is important to follow the Florida International
University LinkedIn page and FIU college and major pages.
Each semester, FIU Career and Talent Development hosts events such as resume fest, a federal government
employment conference, and career fairs to help students connect with professionals and potential employers in a
variety of industries. These opportunities provide students with a chance to network with professionals in their
preferred industries. For networking tips, individuals can explore Career and Talent Development’s networking
workshops on Handshake.
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