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Linkedin Update

Anthony Glover

May 13, 2011

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Agenda

What is Linkedin? What are Connections? The value of Connections Other Linkedin Benefits ACACSO Linkedin Group Rail Related Linkedin Groups

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What is Linkedin?

A business-oriented social networking website primarily used for professional networking.

Founded in December 2002 and launched in May 2003 There are now more than 100 million registered users

spanning more than 200 countries and territories worldwide.

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http://www.linkedin.com/

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Connections

The purpose of Linkedin is to allow registered users to maintain a list of contact details of people they know and trust in business. The people in the list are called Connections.

Connections, second-degree connections, third-degree connections expand your network.

Connections can gain you an introduction to someone through a mutual, trusted contact.

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Connections – they add up!

Your Connections Network

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Your Connections Network

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The Value of Connections

Job Search Business Opportunities Reconnect with Past Colleagues

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Additional Linkedin Benefits

Company Research Post Job Listings Subject Matter Experts Book Lists Join Groups with Common Interests

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The Power of Search Options

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Search for a Group

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Join the ACASCO group

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The ACACSO Linkedin Group

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Search for a Company

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Company Overview

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Employee Statistics (Linkedin Members)

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Rail Related Groups

Search by “Railroad” 71 results Including: Railgroup – (5000+ Rail Minds)

The Largest RAIL industry group frequented by professionals from all over the world. Enjoy discussions & interaction on complete railway/ railways/ railroad spectrum. Also Sign up at-http://railgroup.ning.com/

Yesterday’s Activity: Discussions (8) Jobs (2) Owner: Akhilesh Yadav | 10,252 members | Share

Search by “Railway” 249 results Including: Rail Professionals

Designed for the Railway industry professionals to network, exchange their views, experience, do business, etc. The idea of this group is to keep it free of recruiters. This is done in order not to copy the members list from other groups in the sector.

Yesterday’s Activity: Discussions (6) Jobs (1) Owner: Marzena Kotynia | 6,811 members | Share

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Questions?