We're excited to introduce the LinkedIn Talent Beacon Program, designed to elevate your professional brand, expand your influence, and recognize you as a thought leader in the talent space. As a Talent Beacon, you'll stand out in the community, gain real-world experience, and earn a certificate and title that celebrates your leadership and impact.
Pillars of the Talent Community Beacons Program
| 🔹Empowerment: As a Beacon, you’ll play a crucial role in helping fellow talent professionals enhance their use of LinkedIn Talent Solutions which includes Recruiter and LinkedIn Learning, enabling them to reach their full potential. |
| 🔹Collaboration: Foster a supportive environment where members can freely share insights, best practices, and experiences, promoting a culture of learning and growth. |
| 🔹Thought Leadership: Engage in dynamic opportunities to publish articles and speak in Live Sessions, allowing you to share your expertise and connect with the broader community, all while establishing yourself as a thought leader in the talent industry. |
| 🔹Mentorship: Promote mentorship within the community, helping to guide and inspire others as you collectively contribute to the overall success of the Talent Community. |
| 🔹Recognition/Benefits: Receive official recognition for your contributions with the Beacon title and certificate, highlighting your commitment and leadership within the community, along with a range of additional benefits. We’re continuously exploring new and innovative benefits to enhance the program in the coming months. Be sure to stay tuned for exciting updates and future additions! |
How Do You Become A Beacon?
We will be actively inviting members who engage consistently in the Talent Community for various months. This includes contributing innovative product ideas, responding to questions, sharing insights, and participating in discussions in the Community.
Benefits of Beacon Program
⭐️ Stay tuned for a complete list of benefits, coming soon!
| 🔹An exclusive LinkedIn Talent Community Member certificate awarded annually for each year of participation in the program. |
| 🔹Featured as a Talent Beacon on the Talent Beacons program splash page in the Talent Community. |
| 🔹You will be highlighted in LinkedIn newsletters, blogs, and community spotlights, driving visibility to your profile, growing your personal brand. |
| 🔹Receive a unique badge each year as a Talent Beacon member in the Talent Community, provided as an image for easy addition to the Honors and Awards section of your LinkedIn profile. |
| 🔹Quarterly Talent Beacons roundtables + 1:1 feedback sessions with the Community Manager to share suggestions and improvements for the Talent Community. |
| 🔹An official LinkedIn recommendation highlighting your contributions and efforts within the LinkedIn Talent Community. |
| 🔹Receive exclusive swag as a welcome gift when you enter the program. |
Beacon Program Guidelines
- ⭐️ Attend a minimum of three Community Member Roundtables each year.
- ⭐️ Speak at a Community Member Roundtable or contribute a Peer Perspectives article each year.
- ⭐️ Respond to at least 3 questions or conversations per month.
Share at least 2 best practices in the Community per month.
Maintaining Beacon Program Title
To maintain your active status in the Beacon program, please review the guidelines below. Adhering to these will ensure your continued participation and potential tier upgrades in the future.
- ⭐️ We will evaluate current Beacons at the end of each year to determine eligibility for tier upgrade or if they are not the best fit.
- ⭐️ Beacon Program members are expected to follow the guidelines of the program as stated above, but exceptions may be made per case.
FIRST cohort of LinkedIn Talent Beacons!!
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