LinkedIn Live will require all broadcasts to be scheduled in advance starting June 22, 2026.

According to LinkedIn Help, spontaneous livestreams won’t be possible; schedule events first.

Events can still be scheduled shortly before going live if needed.

Leverage LinkedIn Live to enhance organizational visibility, credibility, and community engagement.

At Great Careers Network, we use LinkedIn Live for our monthly Recruiter on Call with Jobs event, which streams simultaneously on LinkedIn and YouTube to help job seekers connect with recruiters, access hiring insights, and find career resources.

Step-by-Step: How to Livestream on LinkedIn

Step 1: Apply for LinkedIn Live Access

Qualify for LinkedIn Live through your profile or LinkedIn Page.

LinkedIn generally requires:

• A profile or Page in good standing
• A history of following LinkedIn policies
• An established audience and activity history

Step 2: Choose a Streaming Platform

LinkedIn Live requires a third-party broadcasting platform. Popular options include:

• Restream
• StreamYard
• Socialive
• Switcher Studio

These tools allow you to stream to LinkedIn and other platforms simultaneously.

Step 3: Connect Your LinkedIn Account

Authorize your LinkedIn profile or Page in your streaming software.

Step 4: Schedule Your Event

This step is required starting June 22, 2026.

Create your LinkedIn event before going live by adding:

• Event title
• Date and time
• Description
• Thumbnail image
• Registration settings (optional)

Step 5: Promote the Livestream

Share the event:

• On LinkedIn posts
• In LinkedIn groups
• Through email newsletters
• On other social media platforms

Step 6: Go Live

When your event begins:

• Open your streaming platform
• Select the scheduled LinkedIn event
• Test audio and video
• Click “Go Live”

Step 7: Repurpose the Content

After the livestream:

• Share clips on LinkedIn
• Upload livestream recordings to YouTube (unless you set them to stream there in advance)
• Turn discussions into articles or newsletters
• Reuse content for marketing and thought leadership

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Forgetting to schedule the event first
• Poor lighting or audio quality
• Weak event titles
• No call-to-action
• Ignoring audience comments
• Treating LinkedIn Live too casually instead of professionally

Final Thoughts

The June 22, 2026, scheduling change pushes LinkedIn toward organized, event-driven livestreaming.

Utilize LinkedIn Live to strengthen professional branding, community engagement, or thought leadership initiatives. It remains an underutilized visibility resource.

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AUTHOR BIO

Lynne Williams is the Executive Director of the Great Careers Network, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides career education and networking for unemployed, self-employed, and employed individuals. Connect on LinkedIn at www.LinkedIn.com/in/lynnewilliams and check out other resources.

NEXT STEPS

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Subscribe to Lynne’s newsletter on LinkedIn™ for career-boosting insights.
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● Ready for a career move or want to build your personal brand? Book a call today for expert help on your resume or LinkedIn™ profile!
● Need corporate LinkedIn or career training? Want to volunteer, or join our Board? Book a call or email.
● Join as a member at https://greatcareers.org/membership
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● Make a tax-deductible contribution on Givebutter or through PayPal Giving Fund to support job seekers who have been downsized.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Join the Great Careers Network for monthly events listed on the Events Quick List Page.
● Jun 8 | 9:30-10:30 AM | Career Success Group Job Seeker Accountability & Networking
● Jun 9 | 6:30-7:30 PM | Roast My Resume
● Jun 10 | 2-3 PM | Understanding the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
● Jun 11 | 6:30-7:30 PM | Virtual Job Seeker Support Group
● Jun 15 | 5:30-6:30 | The Career Coach is In: Ask Me Anything
● Jun 16 | 6-7 PM | Business Executives Networking Group & ChemPharma LV
● Jun 16 | 8-9:30 PM | Are You Wearing Your AI Seatbelt in Your Job Search Race Car? for CNM
● Jun 17 | 7-8:30 PM | How to Develop Successful Job Search Strategies at MALT
● Jun 18 | 12:30-1:30 PM | Recruiter on Call with Jobs
● Jun 22-25 | 11 AM-2 PM | Career Readiness Camp for Teens (4 days, 12 hours, Paoli, PA)
● Jun 23 | 2:30 – 3:30 PM | What’s Your Schtick? Personal Branding On & Off LinkedIn for SCORE Silicon Valley
● Jun 23 | 6:30-7:30 PM | Business Executives Networking Group & ChemPharma
● Jun 25 | 9:30-10:30 AM | Career Success Group Job Seeker Accountability & Networking
● Jun 26 | 11-12:30 PM | How to Create Snazzy Graphics for Social Media Step-by-Step Demo for SCORE North Cook and Lake Counties
● Jun 29-Jul 2 | 9 AM-12 PM | Career Readiness Camp for Teens (4 days, 12 hrs, Online)
● Jun 29 | 1-2:30 PM | The Human Advantage: Why Servant Leadership Is the New Currency and How It Helps You Stand Out in the AI Era
● Jun 30 | 6-8 PM | AI on LinkedIn: What to Do & What to Avoid with SCORE Jacksonville

Did you read last week’s article? Pronouns on LinkedIn: Respect, Professionalism, Inclusion, and Proper Profile Etiquette

AUTHOR BIO

Lynne Williams is the Executive Director of the Great Careers Network, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides career education and networking for unemployed, self-employed, and employed individuals. Connect on LinkedIn at www.LinkedIn.com/in/lynnewilliams and check out other resources.

NEXT STEPS

• If you have a high school or college student, have you explored the summer 2026 Career Readiness Camp for Teens?
• Subscribe to Lynne’s newsletter on LinkedIn™ for career-boosting insights.
• Subscribe to the Great Careers Network Substack
• Ready for a career move or want to build your personal brand? Book a call today for expert help on your resume or LinkedIn™ profile!
• Need corporate LinkedIn or career training? Want to volunteer, or join our Board? Book a call or email.
• Join as a member at https://greatcareers.org/membership
• Sponsor the 501(c)3 nonprofit on the website or for specific events, or match donations through Benevity.
• Make a tax-deductible contribution on Givebutter or through PayPal Giving Fund to support job seekers who have been downsized.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Join the Great Careers Network for monthly events listed on the Events Quick List Page.

• Jun 8 | 9:30-10:30 AM | Career Success Group Job Seeker Accountability & Networking
• Jun 9 | 6:30-7:30 PM | Roast My Resume
• Jun 10 | 2-3 PM | Understanding the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Jun 11 | 6:30-7:30 PM | Virtual Job Seeker Support Group
• Jun 15 | 5:30-6:30 | The Career Coach is In: Ask Me Anything
• Jun 16 | 6-7 PM | Business Executives Networking Group & ChemPharma LV
• Jun 16 | 8-9:30 PM | Are You Wearing Your AI Seatbelt in Your Job Search Race Car? for CNM
• Jun 17 | 7-8:30 PM | How to Develop Successful Job Search Strategies at MALT
• Jun 18 | 12:30-1:30 PM | Recruiter on Call with Jobs
• Jun 22-25 | 11 AM-2 PM | Career Readiness Camp for Teens (4 days, 12 hours, Paoli, PA)
• Jun 23 | 2:30 – 3:30 PM | What’s Your Schtick? Personal Branding On & Off LinkedIn for SCORE Silicon Valley
• Jun 23 | 6:30-7:30 PM | Business Executives Networking Group & ChemPharma
• Jun 25 | 9:30-10:30 AM | Career Success Group Job Seeker Accountability & Networking
• Jun 26 | 11-12:30 PM | How to Create Snazzy Graphics for Social Media Step-by-Step Demo for SCORE North Cook and Lake Counties
• Jun 29-Jul 2 | 9 AM-12 PM | Career Readiness Camp for Teens (4 days, 12 hrs, Online)
• Jun 29 | 1-2:30 PM | The Human Advantage: Why Servant Leadership Is the New Currency and How It Helps You Stand Out in the AI Era
• Jun 30 | 6-8 PM | AI on LinkedIn: What to Do & What to Avoid with SCORE Jacksonville