How to: Set up a LinkedIn account

So, I've been getting a lot of questions about how to set up a LinkedIn account and I will be doing a video on it soon but I wanted to already give you guys some quick tips. 

1. Put accurate information. It's pretty simple. I know you might be tempted to make it look more interesting but just like with your resume do NOT lie. 
2. Don't skip steps. Write your "About" don't leave it empty. Even when you think you might not have anything interesting to say or experience to talk about. You can talk about the high school you're going to or what major you are currently exploring. You can even talk about the dream job you want and what clubs you are active in. 
3. NO SELFIES! The amount of inappropriate pictures I see on LinkedIn from especially high school and college student is ridiculous. LinkedIn is not a dating site or even social media, while it is away to promote yourself, it is before everything else a tool for professionals to connect. Good pictures to use might be: senior pictures, professional headshots or at a competition where you are in business professional or business casual clothes. Also, do include a picture leaving it blank is just lazy.
4. The header! The header is probably the number 1 way for you to get connections. My header reads "Public Relations Student at UTSA / Current German Teacher and Social Media Manager" It's quick and simple but it gives people a quick view on my job and education. Many times people will decided to connect with you just based on what you header says so make sure you don't make it something like "I am dedicated to..." or "I am an active leader...". Also don't let it be filled out default. I recommend you to put your career that you want to pursue. I used to have mine as "Future Communications Student / Aspiring Campaign Manager". 
5. Add a background picture. Don't use the default background! Make the background something interesting that gives more insight as to who you are. For example, my background is the San Antonio skyline because that is where I moved to in the US and I am now also going to college there. But I've also seen some people making word collages and being creative.
6. Add skills. Don't leave skills blank, everyone has at least a few skills.
7. Take advantage of anything you've done. If you have had no job but where the President of a club at your school, include that. There is an organization section and you can add it to there.

There isn't really much more to it. The best advice I have is to just start one as early as you can and keep it professional!