What Are Some Tips for Writing An Online Profile for Work?

Whether it's for your construction employer's Web site or a social networking forum, your online profile could have an impact on your construction career. Here are seven tips for writing one:
1. Fill it with details.
The more information you enter, the more likely a construction executive seeking someone with your background will find you.
2. Avoid touchy subjects.
These include politics, religion or other hot-button topics.
3. Look the part.
If you work for a construction employer that expects people to post photos in their profiles, and most do, then you need to also.
4. Make it search friendly.
Ensure that your profile contains the key words a construction executive trying to find someone with your background would use.
5. Use abbreviations.
Most people plug in abbreviations when searching profile databases.
6. Say it with numbers.
Numbers jump out at people and help them conceptualize your accomplishments."
7. Proofread.
Give your profile the same level of attention as you would your construction resume.
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