Across LinkedIn, opportunities abound, and when it comes to deciding whether or not to invest in paid advertising, you may be unsure about the best approach. So, we’d like to share some of our best practices for enabling and supercharging your organic growth on LinkedIn. While paid ads may offer you immediate visibility, they come […]
The interconnectedness of our world nowadays has enabled us to build a global network of peers, friends, and potential leads. Using LinkedIn to build your global network may be a goal for you, especially if you’re building an international client base. Here’s how to build your global network on LinkedIn. Define your objectives Before you […]
Creating and curating your microniche on LinkedIn is a not-so-secret superpower for ramping up your online influence, and building your professional profile. While you may work in a certain sector, have clients in specific industries, and work from across your city, that’s still not your microniche. Defining and zoning in on your microniche is an […]
Your network may be your net worth, but are you turning your network into qualified leads? In this short guide, we take you through 7 steps to turn your LinkedIn connections into qualified leads. Why should I turn my LinkedIn connections into qualified leads? LinkedIn is a powerful tool for connecting with professionals and […]
LinkedIn stands out as the quintessential platform for building connections, sharing insights, and showcasing expertise. The platform continues to evolve and has yet again introduced a new feature to enhance user experience. Aligning with the digital revolution, where artificial intelligence (AI) continues to shape our online experiences, LinkedIn has introduced an AI button to rewrite […]
There have been instances when I’ve allowed time spent on LinkedIn to slip out of my control. It’s quite simple to lose track of time on this platform, and with nearly 30,000 connections, I’ve found myself overwhelmed at times, struggling to respond to everyone. Regrettably, I have to admit that LinkedIn has occasionally become a […]
If you’ve been utilising LinkedIn for some time now and are witnessing positive results for your business, you may have contemplated upgrading to LinkedIn Premium for even greater success. There are advantages for the right individuals in making this upgrade, and today I will delve into some of them. LinkedIn Premium accounts present advanced features […]
Are you prepared to unleash your brilliance upon the world and establish yourself as a sought-after thought leader? Look no further than LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional networking platform! With a vibrant community boasting over 900 million members worldwide, an eager audience awaits to hear your ideas and connect with you. However, becoming a LinkedIn […]
LinkedIn has undergone significant changes since its launch in 2003, much like other major social media platforms. With over 900 million members, it is crucial to have a presence on LinkedIn and utilise the available tools to enhance your business, skills, and reputation. As a business owner, you should consider using the following LinkedIn features: […]
Business owners and sales people using LinkedIn know how powerful the platform is for growing a business and generating high quality leads and sales off the back of the platform. LinkedIn has a free feature called SSI available for all of its users. What is SSI you ask? SSI stands for Social Selling Index score. […]
Pose this question to you and your team….. Is your business using LinkedIn to its potential? Are you using it to improve brand awareness, build your network, generate leads and conversions, and increase revenue? LinkedIn is a platform that’s often overlooked and for many businesses a missing link that could prove vital in their own […]
Are you aware that when using LinkedIn your social activity on the platform will have an impact on the type of content you see in your feed? When using LinkedIn keep in mind your feed should have content, news and conversations that are relevant to you and your audience. It should also be relevant to […]
LinkedIn is the world’s premier business network with 800 + million users in 2022. Why are so many people using the platform? One of the biggest reasons is to strengthen their professional networks and connect with people in their chosen fields. It’s also a great place to stay in touch with colleagues both old and […]
What is LinkedIn Sales Navigator? Sales Navigator utilises the power of LinkedIn’s 800M+ member network to help Sales professionals find and build relationships with prospects and customers through modern selling. On average, modern selling leaders see: +15% more sales pipeline created +42% larger deal sizes closed +59% of total revenue influenced by Sales Navigator It’s […]
Nothing irks people more than a blatant sales pitch in a LinkedIn connection request or the first message you get from a new contact. Whether it’s social media, email, or any other medium, it’s something that just won’t entice many people to open. Make sure you are being patient and invest in building a reason […]
Your LinkedIn profile is a platform that allows you to communicate your points of difference in the professional world better than say a traditional resume or networking event. It’s focus should be to showcase you, your business, what you stand for and ultimately lay out how your clients can benefit from what you do. Is […]
You don’t have to be very old to remember that there was a time when almost no business networking happened online. The social media phenomenon was in its infancy and was largely just that – social. Keeping up with friends and family, not making business connections. In fact, back then most business people would have […]
6 reasons why you must have one One of the first questions all our clients ask is whether they need a company page for their business as well as their personal LinkedIn page. First, back to basics. The best foundation for building traction for your business on LinkedIn is still to start with a very […]
So you want to become an influencer? Congratulations! Now for the big question – what is it that you want to be influential about? Defining your personal brand and determining what it is you want to be known for is an essential strategy for success. Don’t skimp on this part, or you’ll be setting yourself […]
If you’ve been on LinkedIn for a while I’m sure you’re already aware that there are settings that you can use to control which information the network can see and how others can communicate with you. But do you know just how much information LinkedIn collects about you and how to manage this? There may […]
If you’ve not used Inmail before here’s a quick explanation. It’s a direct messaging function that’s available to all LinkedIn users and it’s roughly 3 times more effective for prospecting than email. If you still have a free LinkedIn account you will be charged a fee for each Inmail. If you are a Premium member […]
LinkedIn now has over 700 million members. So it stands to reason that this is a huge source of potential new hires that you can tap into when your business needs to bring new skills on board. 3 There are several ways you can do this and most will involve some investment. But first make […]
“A diverse mix of voices leads to better discussions, decisions, and outcomes for everyone.” – Sundar Pichai, Entrepreneur We are living through very turbulent times, and it has undeniably taken a toll on the business arena. Businesses around the world are beginning to feel threatened as they have lost the wind from their “sales” so […]
Do you care about your customers? To what extent? The success or failure of your business hinges on the answers to these questions. All of the successful business leaders I know and admire care about their customers’ experience. While brands today are beginning to realise what it really takes for the growth, progress, and success […]
Lockdown, layoffs and losses. The COVID-19 crisis has unleashed a pandemic no one could have ever imagined or anticipated. DID YOU KNOW: According to the United Nation’s recent report on the impact of the COVID crisis: – We could lose between 5 million and 25 million jobs. – Small and medium enterprises, the self-employed and […]
We have all had to bear the brunt of burn out, stress and uncertainty, as a business owner. In fact, many of us are on the same boat given the current climate. But the question is, what are you going to do about it? How will you win your life and business back? While many […]
Let’s face it – being your own boss is liberating. You create your own rules, hours, schedule, work ethics, vision and the path of success. But this flexibility and freedom does come with a cost – having to do so much work in so little time, especially when you have to micromanage yourself. While British […]
For anyone who has worked in a corporate setting, you must have been on the receiving end of the much dreaded “performance reviews”. We have all been through this or have had to facilitate these meetings. But the question of the hour is – are these reviews effective after all? According to some recent studies […]
“We now accept the fact that learning is a lifelong process of keeping abreast of change. And the most pressing task is to teach people how to learn.” – Peter Drucker Given the global competition, the need for every organisation in this new year and decade is to innovate, adapt and update. This is true […]
Are you at the stage where your business is rapidly growing? How prepared are you for this growth? Have you drafted a concrete plan that can help you figure out what you must do at this critical stage? Now, business expansion can happen in two ways: as a result of voluntary efforts made by the […]
A growing business focuses on making improvements, discards unproductive or irrelevant ideas, adapts to the environment in which it operates – to maximise its profits and thrive among its competitors. Any business can grow during the first few years. As a business owner, you put in a lot of effort and research about the industry […]
Without a doubt, technological advancements and a shift in buyer attitudes have transformed the way businesses interact with their leads and customers. Much like handwritten notes and letters, face-to-face meetings are history and certainly no longer in vogue. With the entire sales process happening online, cold-calling is nearly done and dusted in the business world […]
What are the biggest bottlenecks you have encountered as a business owner so far? Too many processes? Your team failing to meet deadlines? Or is it angry customers? For many entrepreneurs in the initial stages of starting up there is one bottleneck more often than not: Ourselves. As we excitedly attempt to do every little […]
In today’s competitive environment, having an amazing product isn’t enough to make it as an entrepreneur. We’ve talked a lot about the importance of building trust and rapport with your audience. People buy products for a variety of reasons, but trust and connection are both a huge part of the equation – you can’t expect […]
Creating content is a huge job … Said every business owner ever! Whether you’re tackling content creation on your own or outsourcing it to someone else, you constantly have to be on top of every step of the process. Every piece of content follows a timeline that includes planning, creating, editing, publishing and marketing. There […]
Social media advertising is a great way to grow your business if you do it right. Learning how to promote your business online can help you to reach even more customers than ever before. You don’t have to a professional to get the most out of social media advertising. However, here are some guidelines that […]
With the holiday season almost on our doorstep, 2019 is right around the corner. Can you believe it? You are probably already thinking about your business goals and plans for the new year – but have you thought about your social media strategy? Are you ready to make the biggest impact that you can on […]
If you’ve ever wondered what people who’ve used your product/service really think about it, then chances are – prospective clients are wondering the same! It’s called review marketing. Client testimonials are not only necessary; they are an integral key aspect of any brand, especially if your business is web-based. WHY? If someone has stumbled […]
With the holiday season almost on our doorstep, 2019 is right around the corner. Can you believe it? You are probably already thinking about your business goals and plans for the new year-but have you thought about your social media strategy? Are you ready to make the biggest impact that you can on social media […]
If you’ve noticed your engagement decreasing all of a sudden and your followers are dropping like flies, I’m sorry to report, maybe you have become a victim of the dreaded social media shadow ban. The shadow ban is now taking place across the big social media platforms including LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. And if […]
BIG MISTAKE: Does this scenario sound similar to you? You’ve been on social media for a long time, pouring your time and energy into creating content that’s not really getting you “anything”. And by anything you mean sales, don’t you? There are a few big mistakes business owners make when it comes to social media […]
I can’t tell you how many people ask me – how do I find my message? While to some it might be easy to explain what their message, many (many) business owners struggle with this and are confused when it comes to their marketing message. When I ask business owners what they think it is, […]
Content … there’s a huge amount of it out there on the internet. Wouldn’t you agree? So how to do you stand out in the sea of words, videos, infographics, images and podcasts? Well, I’ve got a few tips for you. I’ve been running a LinkedIn Influencer challenge to my VIP list and one of […]
Social media, love it or loathe it, is one of the major ways we as business owners stand out there in a sea of competition. It helps people get to know us. It helps them understand who we are, what we do and why we get up in the mornings. It shows people how we […]
Ture or false? No matter how well your social media marketing campaign is going, there is always room for improvement. We can all do with some more shares, comments and likes when it comes to our social media accounts. Using one, two, 10 or all of these posts will guarantee you get more like, […]
FAST FACT: Social media users in Australia are some of the most active in the world. So wouldn’t you like a slice of that action?! If so, we’ve put together 29 social media tips to help you take your business to the next level this year. Jump on it. Choose one or all of them […]
“…IMAGINE.” Picture this scene for a moment… It’s 10am on a bright and busy Monday morning. You’re sitting down at your desk writing an email to one of your clients and suddenly you receive a new email notification. You open your email inbox to find an email with a title saying, “thank you”. Curiously, you open […]
We all know Social Media can be an incredible tool for creating business opportunities and lead generation. However, it seems even still after 11 years Social Media platforms, such as Facebook and Twitter launched, very few of us understand how to use Social Media effectively as part of our branding and marketing activities. Here’s […]
Let’s get real friends – In business, trust is everything. With trust, you’ll have customers (or clients) for life. Without trust, you may as well pack up and go home. Your ability to market your business online and build a strong follower base to generate leads is a testament to how you can create trust with […]
