LinkedIn Using LinkedIn Groups
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LinkedIn Groups allow you to connect with like-minded individuals, grow your network, share information, and find support.
Step 1
Start by Clicking on Groups in the LinkedIn Menu.
Step 2
Let's find a group to join. Click on Groups Directory.
Joining groups makes it easier for you to make one to one connections through LinkedIn and tells the world what your professional interests are.
Step 3
Imagine you run a café. In this case, you‘d probably want to search for Groups related to Restaurants or a group about running small businesses.
Type in your search term and Click Search.
Step 4
You’ll probably find a bunch of groups that meet your criteria, so find a group that looks interesting and click Join Group.
Step 5
Choose your Group Settings and how you’d like to receive messages from the Group, then click Join Group.
You're in the Group!
You’ll see a screen like this to confirm that you’re now a member of the group. Some groups require approval from the group administrator, so you may need to wait a little bit before you can start reading and commenting with other group members.
Couldn’t find a group that fits your interest? No worries, in the next section we will show you how to create your own group from scratch!
