LinkedIn For Learners

01/30/2024

As the authors for "LinkedIn For Learners," we are excited that our local community college system is making tuition free for all Bexar County Schools.

This effort will increase our next generation's ability to lead our community and our nation.

Now, our ACCD students need encouragement and mentorship. Unlike high school, college educators don't have to deal with late or incomplete work.

These future college students needs mentors and encouragement.

I know from our encounters with junior college students that they are working to support themselves while they complete college classes. If you meet one at your local HEB or your favorite restaurant, encourage them.

And, when you do, ask them if they have started a LinkedIn profile. When completed, it can open doors for internships, job and other opportunities.,

Every senior enrolled in a traditional public school in Bexar County is now eligible for free tuition at the Alamo Colleges.

07/27/2023

If you have a teen heading to college in the next few weeks, take the time to ask them about their college major. Then, introduce them to someone who works in that profession, if possible.

More info is available at www.the-transition-highway.com.

07/18/2023

For high school and college students, most have questioned what to put into their LinkedIn Experience section. I'm sharing this article here, but please know that I will eventually update it to add more targeted information to those with limited experience.

Are you experienced? This page shows you how to use attribution and visuals to enhance the LinkedIn Experience section. It also shows people how to avoid the Resumespeak format where people transfer their resume's contents onto the LinkedIn profile.

07/13/2023

Does your profile share pictures of your successes in high school or college? If not, consider sharing those stories in your LinkedIn profile.

Selinda Cortez, the person featured in this article will be joining e for a workshop next Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. (Details are going to be listed in the comments below.

One of the things I often hear from college students is that they don’t have a lot of success stories to share on LinkedIn.

07/10/2023

One of the tenets of LinkedIn, in my view, is to forge independence for our clients from their parents or guardians. That's why we want our customers to learn from our book "LinkedIn For Learners" and follow-on coaching.

You can find out more about our book and our coaching at www.the-transition-highway.com.

07/05/2023

If you saw the change to our Facebook cover, this is the Eventbrite link to sign up. Again, thanks to Chris Cook and the Citadel alumni group for sponsoring this event.

It's time to look at how LinkedIn can help you, the college student, convey your skills and goals. Join us for our interactive event.

07/05/2023

When I was in my college phase, I was uncertain as hell about which path to take. I was on the path to becoming a teacher. I also worked through school as a sports writer.

You see…

I personally lacked guidance and mentorship and the weight of making life-altering decisions weighed heavily on my shoulders.

It was a daunting and overwhelming journey that I somehow passed into a career in the Air Force as a public affairs professional and journalist.

At that time, academics didn't matter much…

But now…

The choices you make in your academics can make or break your life.

That's why, I don't want any student to face the same situation alone.

Because let's face a harsh truth:

There's a complete disconnect between good counseling and students…

And that's EXACTLY where I come between.

My mission is to help college students make informed choices about colleges and their courses of study. That's why I wrote the book "LinkedIn For Learners."

Which brings me to the point:

What's your mission? Let me know in the comments! I'd love to hear from you.

07/02/2023

College students, including those leaving home this year for the first year of college, please plan on attending this LinkedIn workshop.

Joining Matt Scherer are several recent college graduates who have benefitted from his work with them.

Please register at this Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/linkedin-for-college-students-tickets-669030406957?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/29/2023

Join us for this free interactive web site, sponsored by the Citadel Alumni Association. The alumni group welcomes other college students to attend this summer event

It's time to look at how LinkedIn can help you, the college student, convey your skills and goals. Join us for our interactive event.