Build an effective online profile

You know that networking remains the single most effective job search strategy.  Online networking is becoming an increasingly important component.  Start building and polishing your professional online presence now!

Your online profile/professional summary is different than your resume; different than your cover letter.  In is written in a more narrative style, but you will have to keep it very succinct.

LinkedIn.com has a lot of great advice about how to do this.  

• Watch the introductory video.
• Etiquette Guide for Students & Recent grads
• LinkedIn Checklist

More Advice - External Links

• Sample LinkedIn Scripts - What to write when inviting someone into your network
• SeekingSuccess.com - LinkedIn
• About.com - LinkedIn and Your Job Search