Sharing a LinkedIn profile link on a resume provides a direct pathway for potential employers to learn more about a candidate’s professional background, skills, and accomplishments beyond the resume’s limited space. This typically involves navigating to one’s LinkedIn profile, locating the public profile URL, and copying it for placement on the resume. For example, one might include it within a dedicated “Contact Information” section or subtly weave it into a personalized resume header.
This practice offers several advantages. It allows for a more comprehensive presentation of professional experience, endorsements, and recommendations, effectively supplementing the concise nature of a traditional resume. Furthermore, it demonstrates a candidate’s active engagement in professional networking and presents an opportunity to showcase a well-maintained online presence. As online networking became increasingly prevalent, integrating online profiles into job applications evolved from a novelty to an expected practice, particularly in digitally driven industries.
