LinkedIn is one of the most popular networking websites that is in great demand today. Although it is classified as a social networking website, it is mostly a professional networking website and is a great resource for entrepreneurs as well as for job seekers. LinkedIn is becoming very popular as a business orientated social networking site and has more than 60 million users. LinkedIn allows its members to create and manage groups focused on a range of subjects. Here are few ways by which you can utilize this social platform in various ways.


1. You gain access not only to contact networks incorporated with direct connections, but also with each of the ‘connections’ of such direct connections (known as 2nd-degree connections). It doesn’t end here. You gain access to the connections of these second degree connections as well.


2. These connections are useful for enhancement of your business opportunities, and in the process of your discovery for potential partners.


3. Companies can do Job listing and searching of prospective candidates.


4. Enhancement of online presence, and great opportunities to be introduced to prospective customers, service providers, as well as subject professionals that come as referrals.


5. Project collaborations are possible among companies.


6. New ideas are acquired via discussions with compatible experts in private group forums or settings.


7. Job listings can be posted and distributed in order to discover the best suited skills for your company.


The possibilities through LinkedIn networking are virtually endless and for the career minded person, this network is the best. If you are not yet on LinkedIn, join soon. Let us know through your comment here how you like LinkedIn.