What a Good LinkedIn Profile Looks Like in 2026

LinkedIn isn’t just an online résumé anymore—it’s your personal brand, positioning tool, and one of the most powerful ways to attract opportunities in 2026. In this episode, Lauren sits down with career strategist Michelle Perchuk to break down what recruiters actually look for, the biggest profile mistakes holding professionals back, and how to position yourself as the solution companies are actively searching for.

You’ll learn:

• How to optimize your LinkedIn profile so recruiters immediately see your value
• The biggest mistakes high-achievers make—and how to fix them fast
• The one high-impact change you can make in 30 minutes to get better results from your profile

Show Notes

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Guest Resources:

Michelle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mfuryaka/

Michelle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelleperchuk/

Michelle YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEgXBW9Jfh_0sCwH95_CbIA 

Career Contessa Resources:

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Take an online course: https://www.careercontessa.com/education/

Get your personalized salary report: https://www.careercontessa.com/the-salary-project/

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