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. […]
Linkedin Audio Events are live interactive audio-only events that you can host on the platform. They usually last anywhere from 15 minutes to 3 hours and are a great way to bring your professional community together to connect and learn from industry experts. The user experience is comparable to live conferences or meetings where the […]
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 […]
Your LinkedIn featured section is one tool that is crucial to your success on LinkedIn. It’s one of the first things your potential clients and prospective clients see when they visit your profile and it’s a place you can showcase important events coming up and some of your key highlights and achievements. There are a […]
A feature that is currently being rolled out to all members who have creator mode turned on is Creator Analytics. If you don’t have access to this new feature as of yet don’t be alarmed it is being released in stages and will be available for you in the near future. To check availability, click […]
Most people are now aware of the value of LinkedIn, especially as a powerful networking tool. Did you know the platform is currently offering a feature called Services Pages? Service pages are an extremely effective way to showcase your services or products, generate leads and attract more clients. They’re essentially dedicated landing pages that showcase […]
LinkedIn is already a powerful platform and the ideal place for growing your business, and your network, generating new leads and increasing your revenue. With over 830+ million users worldwide it’s a platform all savvy business owners should be looking to conquer. Here are some marketing tips that are going to help you make the […]
LinkedIn makes planning and promoting both online and offline events a breeze. Let’s start by looking at why you might want to do it in the first place. You’re already investing a lot of time and effort into making sure your profile is robust, building out your network, creating and sharing content so make sure […]
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 […]
If 2021 was the year of learning how to work from home let’s make this the year you finally start creating video content. It can be daunting when you first start out so I’m going to share some tips that help to take the angst out of the exercise. First of all, why bother? There’s […]
As someone who uses Linkedin to promote your business, I’m sure you have wondered in the past if all the work you have been doing on the platform is effective and building your brand as an authoritative presence. How do you know if the posts and content you’re creating are providing success for your business? […]
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 […]
With over 800 million users and counting, it’s no surprise that LinkedIn is now one of the most actively used platforms when it comes to recruiting, professional networking, and keeping up to date with industry knowledge. We’re going to look back on 2020 and 2021 as a tipping point in the history of the internet. […]
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 […]
LinkedIn has ticked over 800 million registered users making it a prime place of business for working professionals. If creating a trusted brand and presence in your chosen field is something you are after, then mastering all facets of LinkedIn and striving to become that leading authority will be a key to your success. Creating […]
LinkedIn is an excellent platform for discovering, sharing and publishing new content. One of the best ways to get your message across is by publishing newsletters. With a newsletter, only those who subscribe will receive notifications and this will increase the chances that they’ll see what you have on offer because it’s relevant for your […]
Content Marketing on LinkedIn is all about connecting with a defined audience, building trust and keeping them engaged so that they ultimately become clients. So, one of the questions our clients ask most frequently is “What is the secret to getting more engagement on LinkedIn?” That’s a vital question and sometimes our clients are a […]
In 2020 and 2021 there’s been a huge surge in the volume of online content claiming to be “thought leadership”. But is it really? LinkedIn’s research shows that 63% of buyers feel that thought leadership “is important in providing proof that an organization genuinely understands or can solve your specific business challenges”. The problem is […]
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 […]
A friend of mine recently moved to a new city. Not long after arriving in his new hometown it turned out he needed to get new tyres for his car. How to find the best deal and good service? He had a few options: grab the local weekly community newspaper and check out the […]
Content for content’s sake is a waste of time for the writer and the audience. I’ve been helping businesses with social media marketing for well over a decade, mostly on LinkedIn, so I’ve been keeping a close watch on the way content is used on this platform. My work focuses on helping business owners and […]
I’m not going to use up space in this post trying to persuade you to use video on LinkedIn. The jury is long since in on that issue and I’ve written about it elsewhere. Simply put, including video in your LinkedIn content mix will boost engagement substantially. All the research, my own experience and that […]
How to control what your LinkedIn audience can see and comment on. I guess it had to happen eventually. It’s unfortunate but you’ve probably noticed that there’s quite a bit more spam on LinkedIn these days. It’s meant to be a purely professional space but it seems that some people just cannot resist posting political […]
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 […]
This is something I am often asked about – are blogs relevant today? Ever since LinkedIn’s native video in 2018 has taken over the internet like a storm, many businesses were quick to adopt video-based content in their marketing strategies. Studies also show that LinkedIn eventually became responsible for nearly 80% of the B2B leads […]
To all the readers out there who use content marketing consistently, I have a question for you – do you know where the content marketing industry is moving? If you don’t stay updated on this front, how will you adjust your own content marketing strategy and aim for growth and better results? Sure, you can […]
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 […]
TRUE FACT: Outsourcing. It’s an easy decision to make. But the “how” might be getting in your way! Social media is a massive time suck that can be easily outsourced to a professional. But you’ll need to let go of the control you have from doing it yourself. Every business owner can believe that no […]
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 […]
A marketing campaign is necessary to help an individual or a business reach a defined goal during a specific time. The more definitive the goal is, the better your chance of meeting it because it helps to keep you focused. Creating a successful marketing campaign is possible to do on a budget. By using the […]
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 […]
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 […]
Instagram … all the cool kids are signing up to it and it is fast becoming the social platform of choice because, well, it’s just not so noisy. And it’s fun. It’s pretty. It’s engaging. It’s informative. And people are flocking to it – especially for the Insta Stories. With more than 300 million people […]
Long gone are the days where advertisers needed to only target a captive audience in front of the TV, the radio, or via print media. Today the vast majority of consumers spend a significant amount of their time online and otherwise digitally connected (for example, via SMS). To succeed in the ever more competitive marketplace, […]
There are some very common social media mistakes that business owners make which are not only annoying to consumers; they can (and do) actually drive customers away from your brand. Social media can be an absolute boon for your business and for your brand. Yet if you get your approach wrong, it can quickly destroy […]
Copywriting is the art of selling without selling through written words. Copywriting is both an art and a science. To master the art and science of copywriting is to master the art of copywriting. It’s a form of art because it requires creativity, emotion, beauty, style, and elegance. Having an artistic flair allows you to create content that’s […]
Social media can be a very powerful marketing tool (and sales tool!) for your business when it is used correctly. However, getting it right can be a minefield. If you get it wrong, you won’t achieve the results you’re looking for or a return on your investment. What’s worse, even if you make simple mistakes […]
It’s no secret, if you’re in business, you need a Blog. Blogging is one of the most commonly used Inbound Marketing strategies for marketers of the modern era. In fact, according to an article Hubspot posted last year, over 60% of all marketers suggest blog content creation is their top inbound marketing priority. It makes […]