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PREWORK INSTRUCTIONS
How to Sign Up for a LinkedIn Account:
Visit LinkedIn's Website:
Go to www.linkedin.com or download the LinkedIn app from your device’s app store.
Create an Account:
Click on Join now or Sign Up.
Enter your first and last name, email address, and password.
Click on Agree & Join.
Verify Your Email:
LinkedIn will send a verification link to your email. Open the email and click the verification link to confirm your account.
Add Basic Information:
Enter your location, industry, and most recent job title or select student if applicable.
Follow the on-screen prompts to complete these sections.
Set Up Two-Step Verification (Optional):
Go to Settings & Privacy > Sign-in & security > Two-step verification.
Turn it on for enhanced security and follow the instructions.
How to Get Your LinkedIn Profile Verified in Canada:
Access Profile Verification:
In your profile view, look for the "Verify Your Identity" option under your profile summary or navigate to Settings & Privacy.
Verification Methods in Canada:
Work Email Verification: This is a commonly used method where you confirm your employer using your work email.
Government ID Verification (Available in Canada): LinkedIn partners with a third-party service to verify your identity using a government-issued ID.
Choose a Verification Method:
Work Email Verification: If applicable, use your work email. LinkedIn will send a verification link to that email. Click the link to verify.
Government ID Verification:
Go to Settings & Privacy > Account preferences > Profile verification.
Select the option for Government ID Verification.
Follow the instructions to upload a valid Canadian government-issued ID, such as a passport, driver's license, or health card.
Submit and Wait for Approval:
After completing the steps, submit your information. LinkedIn will review and process your verification, which can take a few minutes to a few days.
Confirmation:
Once approved, a verification badge will appear on your profile, confirming that your identity has been successfully verified.