Earlier this this month went to a networking informational event hosted by clubs such as ‘Chit-Chat’. I found about this event through a friend who thought I would enjoy it.It took me a while before deciding to go because I didn’t think I would need it.The event focused on utilizing your LinkedIn profile in the possible manner so that you can land an internship.I assumed I already knew what I needed to know but I was terribly wrong . A LinkedIn professional discussed the effective methods he has learned throughout his career.In fact, his career revolves around LinkedIn and it involves helping others build an attractive LinkedIn profile. From the things I learned that day, I can see why his business was booming.This guy knew his stuff.I learned things  such as learning to contact Baruch Alumni and also knowing which position to target. Methods and ideas which seem simple enough but for some obscure reason I never really thought of doing that.The presenter also discussed the importance of follow up. There’s no point in getting a key contact if you don’t strive to build a connection as soon as possible.Earlier in the year I also experienced this fault . I would gain people’s contact info but never followed.It became so apparent that said contact would end up letting me know that I should have followed up.Of course I take full responsibility for my lack of foresight and  my novelty isn’t a valid excuse.Little factors like this can either compound into great success or a limiting factor for individuals.From this event I learned so much and truly regret not going to every business event during the school year.It really honed my awareness of things I should  be working on.I encourage each and every freshman to be more aware of the great opportunities which Baruch provides them.