b'8. Connections Increasing your connections will help your profile come up in searches, but make sure they are quality connections and not just connections for the sake of numbers. When you meet people at events, career fairs or through mutual acquaintances, ask if you may connect with them on LinkedIn and then send them an invitation with a personal note (this is an option when you click connect). Remind them of where they met you and thank them for taking the time to speak with you. Link to other students as this will help you to expand your network and you never know where your fellow students will end up in the future. Check out what groups, people, firms and organisations other students are following. You might find some good links to industry groups, connections and information. People are more likely to connect with you if you have met them in person or have a relationship outside of LinkedIn. Dont trawl LinkedIn sending connections to random people! If you are connecting with someone you admire but havent met in person, add a personal note to explain why you would like to connect with them.'