I like LinkedIn.
And I think people make a mistake when they don’t complete their profile.
But, I think they make an EVEN bigger mistake, when they don’t simplify the url to their public profile.
For example, mine is http://www.linkedin.com/in/reinkefj and it’s easy.
I use the character string “reinkefj” on everything.
So, if you were on AOL and wanted to IM me, I’m “reinkefj”. Want to send me a GMail or a yahoo in, yup, it’s “reinkefj”.
So why would I have public liinkedin profile that was /b32/0/7/ something?
All you have to do is:
(1) Go to the LinkedIn main page.
(2) Tap on “MyProfile” (Tab #6).
(3) Tap on “Edit My Public Profile” (tab #2).
(4) Then by the URL for your public profile, tap on “Edit”.
(5) The screen morphs into a filling box.
(6) You can choose a descriptive ending.
(7) Tap on “Set Address” and you’re done.
Now I suggest that you choose wisely (Like Indy was told in the “holy grail” move). I’d avoid “big stud”, “sexy lady”, or anything other than your last name. But that the details and it’s your problem.
It about being easy to find and easy to do business with. A memorable simple url for your public LinkedIn profile won’t get you your next check. But, a bad one might prevent a payday!
Reinke Faces Life 