Prepare for the Fair: Optimizing Your Networking Strategies and LinkedIn Profile

Prepare for the Fall Career & Networking Fair on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 by mastering two essential career-building skills: in-person networking and LinkedIn professional branding.

Learn how to make the most of the fair, whether you’re pursuing full-time, part-time or co-op roles, or seeking inspiration for post-graduation career pathways. Career Services will help you craft thoughtful questions and strategize how to build rapport with employer reps attending the event. Additionally, discover how to amplify your professional brand online. From crafting a standout profile photo and headline to following proper etiquette with your LinkedIn connections, this session will help you take full advantage of LinkedIn when following up after the fair.

Networking Content:

• Creating your elevator pitch
• Articulating your skills and experiences
• Good questions to ask employer reps when building rapport

LinkedIn Content:

• Selecting a profile photo and banner picture
• Writing a catchy headline and “About” summary
• Content suggestions for other key LinkedIn profile sections
• Suggestions for who to follow or what to post about on LinkedIn while factoring in the LinkedIn algorithm
• Suggestions for good LinkedIn connections, the best way to send a connection request (especially after attending a networking event) and how to maintain the connection

If you require accommodations for a disability to attend this session, please contact Career Services at career@carleton.ca.

Note: If you are a Sprott student, please contact the Sprott Undergraduate Career Services office for support with LinkedIn and networking with employers.

For more information and to register for this session, visit mySuccess.