OK, so you’ve made your LinkedIn profile, chosen a decent headshot and you’re ready to dig right in to the job search. But wait… what’s that section underneath your previous jobs? Do you need to fill that in, too? And how?

The ‘skills’ section of LinkedIn and an old-fashioned CV is often neglected. We assume it’s less important than getting in all our past experience and our recommendations or simply chuck in the classic ‘proficient in Excel’ (even if our Excel spreadsheet knowledge extends to colour-coding a column).

Ignoring this opportunity to shout about your talents is a mistake, says Bernard Marr, an expert in the world of business and technology. “In today’s digital age, showcasing your technology skills on your LinkedIn profile is crucial to demonstrate your proficiency and adaptability in the rapidly evolving job market,” he tells Stylist.

But what skills should we be highlighting? And how should we be showcasing them? Marr breaks it down.

6 skills you need to shout about on LinkedIn for career success