Over the course of one year, Linkedin provided me with the tools to grow both personally and professionally. I was able to share my talents, reach out to others, and make amazing connections with so many. Thank you Linkedin!

1. 10 Ways Linkedin Changed
My Life In One Year
Created By: Robyn Shulman, M.Ed.

2. My Career
My career began in the classroom. In 2006, I
Iaunched the1st Graduate Advising Center in
the history of National Louis University. I ran
the academic & career advising program
with incredible success for 5 ½ years..

3. IN 2011, I HAD TO MAKE A
VERY HARD DECISION...
…….TO MAKE A POSITIVE CHANGE IN MY LIFE

4. To Move On...

5. To Grow...
TO STEP
TO TAKE OUTSIDE TO
RISKS OF MY DISCOVER
COMFORT
ZONE
Both Personally & Professionally..

6. I became very active on Linkedin with the full intent to
find a new job immediately....
They are new too.

7. However, I discovered so
much more...
..Because I had a platform to share my ideas, inspiration,
and the ability to learn and meet amazing people

8. All along my career
path, I had many ideas
that were ready to be
shared with the world...
However, I did not have
the chance to share
these ideas during my
journey...

9. 10 Ways Linkedin Changed My Life In One Year..

10. Relationships..
I created amazing new
relationships with
colleagues in my field..
I met CEO’s of education companies,
superintendents, professors, academic
advisors, writers, publishers & teachers..

11. Linkedin Groups..
I started my own Linkedin
group: ESL/Bilingual
Teaching Professionals
The group is getting close to 2,000 members worldwide.
Members include teachers, professors, deans, students,
superintendents & political figures from D.C.

12. I Found My Passion For Writing Again..
I began to write & launched ED News Daily. To my great
surprise, others heard my voice, communicated &
reached out to me...

13. Strength...I found the courage to submit
my work & I was published!

14. I began writing for Chicago Now & shared
content via Linkedin....
..that sparked amazing
conversations

15. A Great Honor of Participation
Xavier University’s “American Dream Project”
Alongside participants such as Secretary of State Jesse
White, Founder of ShareThis, Tim Schigel, and CEO
Stuart Aitken, Xavier University interviewed me about my
life's work and dedication in the field of education. To
date, this interview, part of the "American Dream
Project," is the only permanent video registration of
American Dreamers.

16. Painting and Web Design..
I decided to paint again & began web design...I
found a place to share my work..

17. Opportunities..
I received the opportunity to participate in
SlideShare for publishers via Linkedin....
A Day In The
Robyn Shulman, M.Ed. Lif e Of A
Teacher
Greetings! A Poem Dedicated to the Students and Teachers f or the 2012-2013
School Year!
Yes, M ost Of What You Are About To Read Happened In One Day...
..And I love it!

18. I Discovered...
A Greater I Can Help
Greater Sense of Others In
Confidence Sharing Ways I Could
Have Never
Imagined
Both Personally & Professionally..

19. I ALSO DISCOVERED A NEW
SENSE OF MYSELF, MY GOALS
& DREAMS FOR THE FUTURE..
....And You Can Too

20. Thank You Linkedin & SlideShare!

21. Image Credits
• http://danielharmes.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/LinkedIn-Pros-and-Cons1.jpg
• www.theundercoverrecruiter.com
• http://www.flickr.com/photos/26828262@N05/2530342859/sizes/s/
• http://www.flickr.com/photos/dohardmoney/5528398713/