EPISODE · Feb 27, 2026 · 8 MIN
Using LinkedIn without losing yourself
from Career Zone Podcast · host University of Exeter Career Zone
In this week’s episode we’re exploring the love-hate relationship many students have with LinkedIn. For some, it is a great place to find opportunities and connections. For others, it can feel like a stream of carefully curated posts that come across as performative. We explore how to use LinkedIn without losing your sense of self. Listen to hear: Top tips on promoting yourself in ways that feel natural, not forced. Simple steps to start engaging with posts How to set boundaries so LinkedIn works for you, and not the other way round. Useful links: Attend a LinkedIn Essentials session - Book via Handshake Sign up to the Exeter Award Attend an employer event or alumni panel - book via MyCareerZone This episode was devised by Dawn Lees and recorded by Rachel Sloan.
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In this week’s episode we’re exploring the love-hate relationship many students have with LinkedIn. For some, it is a great place to find opportunities and connections. For others, it can feel like a stream of carefully curated posts that come across as performative. We explore how to use LinkedIn without losing your sense of self. Listen to hear: Top tips on promoting yourself in ways that feel natural, not forced. Simple steps to start engaging with posts How to set boundaries so LinkedIn works for you, and not the other way round. Useful links: Attend a LinkedIn Essentials session - Book via Handshake Sign up to the Exeter Award Attend an employer event or alumni panel - book via MyCareerZone This episode was devised by Dawn Lees and recorded by Rachel Sloan.
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