How do I add a position to the same company on LinkedIn?
Congratulations on your promotion! Now it's time to let the world know. On LinkedIn, you can showcase your different roles to demonstrate your skills and growth. But why is it important to add multiple positions to the same company?
Why add multiple positions
When you've had multiple roles at the same company, it can be tough to decide how to showcase them on LinkedIn. However, listing multiple roles can help you demonstrate your career progression and the skills you've developed over time. Hiring managers and potential clients want to see how you've grown and what you can bring to the table, so make it easy for them to see your value.
Adding multiple positions can also help you:
- Demonstrate your skills and expertise in different areas
- Show your professional growth and progression within the company
- Give your connections a better understanding of your experience and capabilities
How to add multiple positions
So, how do you add multiple positions? It's easy! Here's what you need to do:
- Head to the "Experience" section on your LinkedIn profile
- Click the "+" and then "Add position"
- Fill out the details of your new role, including the location and description
- Decide whether to end your current position or add a new one
- If you're adding a new job retroactively, adjust the "Start date" accordingly
If you've already added a position and want to add another one, simply follow the same steps. You can add as many positions as you need to showcase your diverse experience and skills.
Best practices
When adding multiple roles at the same company on LinkedIn, there are a few best practices to keep in mind. You want to make sure your profile is easy to read and understand, while also showcasing your skills and experience.
Here are some tips to consider:
- Think about combining related roles into a single job title. This can make your profile easier to scan and understand, while also highlighting your versatility and range of skills.
- Optimize your profile to increase your visibility on LinkedIn. This will help you get noticed by potential clients, partners, and collaborators. You can do this by using relevant keywords in your job titles and descriptions, and making sure your profile is complete and up-to-date.
- Double-check that you've spelled your company's name correctly, especially if they don't have a LinkedIn page.
- You also have control over whether or not your update appears on your network's home feeds. Consider whether you want to share your new role with your connections, and adjust your settings accordingly.
About the Author
Charli is a co-founder and marketing director of thelime.one and a regular contributor to LinkedIn.
The author worked with AI assistance on this article. (We're a startup and we need to get our stuff out there!) We're working our way through the most popular pieces and rewriting fully with our human team.