Growing your LinkedIn connections is important, but it’s not as important as building true connections. The numbers do matter, however, so these are my 5 recommendations for growing your LinkedIn connections. Know your goals Before you even look at the numbers or your profile, know your goals. Your LinkedIn activity should not be an afterthought […]
READ MOREAdam, Should I Write A Book?
As I travel to meet clients and people across the globe, I’m often asked about the process of writing a book. More often than not though, I’m also asked about how effective it is in helping to build a professional presence, and of course, a business. As the author of 3 Amazon bestsellers, I think […]
READ MOREReinforce Your Reputation With LinkedIn Recommendations
Paying someone a compliment is lovely. Being paid a compliment? Even lovelier. It’s even more lovely when it’s on LinkedIn for everyone to read. The term “social proof” sounds a little complicated, but it’s really just another term for being paid a compliment. The difference is that everyone who looks at your LinkedIn profile can […]
READ MOREThe Hustle Is Overrated: Slow And Steady Wins The Race
The term “hustle culture” really gets to me, sometimes. It feels inauthentic and seems to set an expectation that we should be sacrificing our wellbeing for the sake of pursuing success. Success, however, is not a rushed journey with an unknown destination. True success is found through consistency, good habits, and a focused approach. When […]
READ MOREHow To Make it Work Even When You Hate Small Talk
Do you dread small talk? Chatting about the weather can seem pointless and the question “So, what do you do?” makes many people nervous. But, sometimes it feels like you need it to grease the wheels of in-person conversations. Luckily, LinkedIn offers us a far better way to network professionally, without having to hover around […]
READ MOREMonetizing your LinkedIn Presence: For Freelancers and Consultants.
If you’re considering monetizing your LinkedIn presence, I outline a few effective ways to manage the process, for freelancers and consultants. Establish your reputation using LinkedIn As a freelancer or consultant, it can be difficult to build your reputation, as you can only rely on yourself, your work, and your expertise. Building a professional […]
READ MOREHow To Engage With Influencers On LinkedIn
The infinite scroll You’re scrolling through your LinkedIn feed. You can’t help but wonder: “How do these people get such amazing insights? What’s their secret to these results? How can I connect with them to learn?” You may be feeling a little inconsequential in the world of LinkedIn influencers, but your lurker behaviour isn’t going […]
READ MOREGo Beyond Your Profile To Enhance Your LinkedIn Presence
It’s time to go beyond your LinkedIn profile. With more than 1 billion members, LinkedIn offers you so much more opportunity than just a simple profile. Leveraging LinkedIn’s tools and effective techniques can bring you highly effective results. Get the basics right Before you can set forth and go beyond the profile, make sure […]
READ MOREThe 7 Biggest Myths About a LinkedIn Presence
With an impressive 1 billion+ active users as of 2024 and a constant influx of new members at the rate of 3 per second, LinkedIn is a powerhouse in professional networking. The platform experienced a staggering growth of 125 million users in 2023 alone! As professionals and businesses flock to it to establish connections, share […]
READ MOREUnlock Your Sales Potential with LinkedIn’s Sales Navigator: The Ultimate Tool for B2B Success
What is LinkedIn Sales Navigator? Sales Navigator leverages the power of LinkedIn’s vast network, currently exceeding 1 billion members, to assist sales professionals in discovering and cultivating relationships with prospects and customers through modern selling techniques. When salespeople use the platform, on average they have: +15% increase in sales pipeline creation +42% larger deal sizes […]
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