To stand out from the crowd and distinguish yourself from others, showcase your recognitions, honors, and awards on LinkedIn. These accolades are endorsements of your skills, dedication, and achievements.

Credibility

Recognitions will enhance your credibility as a third-party validation of your expertise and accomplishments.

Since I have not yet shared this, now is an appropriate time. I am humbled to be included on the 2024 list of the Top 50 LinkedIn Experts worldwide with other LinkedIn peers, and I was also on this same list when it was put out in 2022. In addition, I was on the Philadelphia list in 2023. For someone who does not have a personal website and uses their LinkedIn profile as their “landing page,” this type of recognition for credibility is significant.

It also helps to build credibility when you decide to rebrand after thirty years in business and start a brand new LinkedIn company page (which is just blossoming). Nonetheless, you will find a recent interview by the American Marketing Association Philadelphia and more if you want to give it a follow.

Highlights Your Achievements

Listing your honors and awards on LinkedIn gives you a platform to highlight your most significant achievements, including industry awards, academic honors, certifications, or community recognitions. Each award tells a story of your hard work and commitment to excellence.

Boosts Visibility

LinkedIn’s algorithm favors profiles with more comprehensive and detailed information. Adding your recognitions and awards may increase your chances of appearing in search results, thus boosting your visibility to recruiters and industry peers.

Demonstrates Professional Growth

Your awards and recognitions reflect your journey and career growth. They show a timeline of your professional development, your continuous strive for excellence, and show a proven track record of success and progression.

Differentiates You from Competitors

Your awards can set you apart from professionals with similar qualifications and experiences. They act as unique selling points that can make a difference when a recruiter chooses you and another candidate.

Encourages Networking Opportunities

Recognition from industry bodies or professional organizations can attract the attention of other professionals in your field, leading to new networking opportunities, collaborations, and even mentorship.

Tips for Showcasing Awards on LinkedIn

• Be Selective: Focus on the most prestigious and relevant awards to avoid overwhelming your profile.
• Provide Context: Explain the award’s significance and what it took to earn it, adding value and context to your accomplishments.
• Use Keywords: Incorporate industry-specific keywords to enhance your profile’s searchability.
• Keep It Updated: Regularly update your profile with new recognitions to keep it current and relevant.

What NOT to Do if You Have Earned Certain Terminal Degrees as an Academic Achievement

LinkedIn is a database full of data fields. There is a field for a first name, last name, phone number, email address, etc. Your first name is not Dr. unless that is on your birth certificate. You may have worked damn hard to earn that degree, and you may wish to be addressed by that tile, but use your first name in the first name field and your last name in the last name field followed by your credentials such as PhD, EdD, PsyD, etc. People may have difficulty finding you if you improperly use Dr. as your first name.

Conclusion

Including recognitions, honors, and awards on your LinkedIn profile is a strategic move that can significantly enhance your professional image. Properly noting your academic achievement is also essential.

Showcase your achievements on LinkedIn to boost your credibility and visibility and, if you are a job seeker, may differentiate you in the job market. So, take the time to highlight these accolades and let your profile reflect the true extent of your professional journey.

Did you catch the previous article? A Formula on How to Format Your About Section on LinkedIn

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