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Making the most of Linkedin

 

As well as being useful for networking, Linkedin has thousands of groups you can join to share industry knowledge and participate in discussions and information sharing with your peers. They can be specific to your industry, your skill set or your interests. Most universities have alumni groups which can be very useful for professional networking.
Here are some groups we recommend.....

Launched in 1999, AccountingWEB is a U.S.-based Web site and e-newsletter service with an opt-in membership of over 170,000 CPAs, accountants, CFOs, CEOs, and technology consultants throughout the United States. The parent company of AccountingWEB, Sift Media, is headquartered in Bristol, United Kingdom. The combination of international resources allows AccountingWEB.com and AccountingWEB.co.uk to reach over 450,000 accountants and financial personnel worldwide.
Members: 330
 
Australia Lawyer intends to be a platform for lawyers in Australia to demonstrate their legal expertise,communicate and cooperate with lawyers. In addition, Australia Lawyer is dedicated to be a legal hotline for Linkedin users to seek legal advice or/and service in relation to Australia.
Members: 350
 
This group consists of IT Directors and CIO's from Law firms that operate in Australia/Asia Pacific. It is a forum for sharing ideas on common issues facing people in Legal IT. Membership is open primarily to people who are in these roles, aspire to them (or have been in them) in law firms.
Members: 180
 
A networking group for Accounting professionals in Australia. Discuss related accounting and current reporting topics impacting organizations and the profession - Accountant Network
Members: 1,415
 
The official CIMA group for members and students globally to connect, discuss and receive news and updates about the world of management accounting, finance and business. For information on technical issues or the qualification join our online community CIMAsphere.
Members: 6,906
 
#1 group for CFOs and executive financial and accounting leaders. Connect with senior executives at Director, VP & CFO levels to network, discuss, or find accounting and CFO jobs. Tags: Finance, accounting, Chief Financial Officer, accountant, CPA, job, manager, managers, consultant, CPAs
Members: 52,750
 
Worldwide attorney networking & discussion group primarily for private practice lawyers & in-house attorneys practicing general corporate law.
Members: 16,000
 

Digital marketing, internet and e-commerce professionals should join this group. It is a group for people who want to engage in debate and exchange information on best practice digital marketing. Covers web 2.0, social media, sem, seo, php, internet marketing, email marketing, affiliate marketing, PR.
Members: 95,617
 

#1 Group For Lawyers Attorneys Corporate In-House Counsel Private Practice Lawyer Attorney Paralegal Law School Student e-Discovery Forensics Compliance Governance Litigation IP Intellectual Property Trademark Patent Technology Banking Finance M&A Real Estate Contracts Jobs Careers Legal Recruiters.
Members: 29,500
 

Our group wants to join European professionals, coming from different legal areas for shared discussions.
Members: 5,600
 

A LinkedIn group for those who work in the executive levels of business such as directors and vice presidents at medium to large sized companies. In addition to professional networking, the group's goal is to cover general discussion and topics that today's business executives must face.
Members: 23,000
 

We help worldwide finance* professionals boosting their career, closing more deals and growing their industry network. * Accounting, Banking, Capital markets, Financial Services, Insurance, Investment Banking, Investment Management, Real Estate, Venture Capital, Private Equity
Members: 154,998
 
Finance Group for Banks/Banking Insurance Mortgage Loans Broking/Brokerage Stocks Traders Accounts/Accounting Securities Taxation Hedge Funds Private Equity Venture Capitalists Commodity Audit Firm Investment professionals from USA (America), Asia (China, India etc), Europe, Australia, Africa etc.
Members: 36,925
 

This groups purpose is to help International Law Firms market their legal services. Network with attorneys worldwide and grow your law practice by using Internet and social media marketing strategies.

Members: 3,500
 

Networking group for Judges, Attorneys, Litigation Support Professionals, Paralegals, Constables, Investigators, Translators, Students, Clerks, Legal Admin., Court Staff and open networkers.

Members: 5,200
 
Leadership for Lawyers is a legal networking forum. If you are interested in the latest trends, best practices, technology advancements, innovation in the law and leadership, then we invite you to join this group.
Members: 9,680
 

Legal Innovation is a discussion and networking platform for legal professionals and others interested in innovation, new strategies and market trends within the legal area. Focus is on sharing, discussing, highlighting and promoting innovation in law practice management and legal services delivery.
Members: 2,700
 
Join our recruiter free group to network with legal professionals locally, nationally and globally. Use our group to post questions, share ideas and contribute to discussions with specific peer groups.
Members: 2,304
 
This networking group focuses on Lawyers and Attorneys practicing ALL types of law in Australia. The goal of the group is do more than network - ideally, the group should serve as a legal and practical resource to private practice and in-house lawyers.
Members: 300
 
An online network for business women in London. Managed by Business Link in London, the group is for networking and online business advice.
Members: 1,319
 

Share best practices with other accountants to help grow your practice. Discuss effective marketing ideas, practice management, buying and selling practices, business models, networking and collaborate with other NCI clients, CPA's, EA's, and accounting and tax professionals that are looking for a competitive edge in today's competitive environment.
Members: 434
 

This is a group for NALP members and friends of the NALP community who are involved in the facilitation of legal career counselling and planning, recruitment and retention, and the professional development of law students and lawyers.
Members: 703
 

This group provides a forum for exploring the organizational implications of social media (SM). Going beyond marketing/branding, sales, public relations and customer service, we focus on how SM will impact employees and organizational functioning, as well as general social and economic trends. Our focus also extends beyond the business-to-consumer orientation that dominates discussions in other forums.
Changing technology in digital communication in general, and SM in particular, has tremendous implications for organizations and how they function - not just externally (with clients, customers, and other stakeholders), but internally as well. The impact of SM cannot be overestimated - even if you don't believe a revolution is underway, the technological advances currently taking place will have a significant impact on how organizations function in the (not-too-distant) future.
Members: 2,907
 

The Club for The Legal Profession originating from Twitter - The Twegals
Members: 192

Our aim is to provide a forum where our members can network effectively with others, whether it be regarding advice or information, difficulties being faced under economic conditions, problem solving or sharing, job hunting or recruiting, and all in an environment that is limited to like-minded UK-based qualified accountants
Members: 1,507