Everyone knows that you only receive one chance to make a first impression. This principle is the same when you are networking on LinkedIn. You want to make sure that you are putting your best foot forward from your first meeting; this sets the stage for future communications with your new network contact.

LinkedIn is used for professional networking. It should not be confused with sites such as Facebook or MySpace, where people tend to be a bit more casual and relaxed. If you don't make a good first impression, some people will not take the opportunity to get to know you. So how can one accomplish this task? The following steps will provide tips on how you can make a great first impression on LinkedIn.