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: […]
LinkedIn has established itself as the world’s premier professional networking platform, connecting millions of professionals across the globe. It currently boasts an impressive user base of over 900 million members from more than 200 countries and territories worldwide, making it the largest professional social network in existence (LinkedIn.com) Although LinkedIn boasts an impressive user base […]
Developing a comprehensive marketing strategy involves more than simply planning and posting content. In order to effectively utilise the platform, it is crucial to also track relevant metrics and analyse the performance of your posts. LinkedIn is widely recognised as the premier channel for B2B content distribution, with 80% of B2B social media leads generated […]
LinkedIn recommendations are written comments from people who have worked with you, that describe your work and highlight your strengths. They are similar to the references you might give when applying for a job. They can be found at the bottom of your LinkedIn profile, which makes it easy for others to see them without […]
Asking for recommendations on LinkedIn can be a great way to strengthen your professional network and showcase your skills and accomplishments to potential employers or clients. It can also be a daunting task, especially if you’re new to the platform or if you’re not used to asking for professional references. So, if you’re looking to […]
LinkedIn is the ultimate professional networking platform, connecting people from all areas of business to opportunities and resources that spur growth. As a company, it’s probably your best platform for building a reputation and growing your business-to-business (B2B) social audience — both of which are integral to effective social media marketing. For business professionals, LinkedIn […]
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 […]
Creating or sharing content that’s relevant and interesting to your network is still the best way to build trust and position yourself as an authority in your niche. LinkedIn is always looking for ways to help members appropriately promote their brands and engage with their audience. If you’re creating content on LinkedIn it stands to […]
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 […]
LinkedIn is a great place to engage with a community of people in your chosen industry, engaging with your connections should involve; Sharing stories, advice and information that resonates with those people in your field of expertise. It’s the ultimate way to foster relationships and spark conversations. If you’re looking for different ways to get […]
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? […]
Most people have probably heard of the term “Lead Magnet” we will get into what they are if you don’t know shortly. Usually, a business will set them up on a website but do you have one on your LinkedIn profile? What are lead magnets? A lead magnet is defined as a free offer that’s […]
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 […]
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 […]
What it takes to be a LinkedIn Influencer! LinkedIn is home to 65+ million decision-makers, 800+ million members, 57 million companies in over 200 countries around the world all of whom came to LinkedIn with a purpose. A question that crops up time and again is: What does “influence” mean on LinkedIn. To keep […]
Are you searching for ways to stand out in a noisy online world? Are you wondering how some of the leading companies use LinkedIn to achieve their goals? Do you want to create a stronger presence on LinkedIn? The answer to those questions is….. You need to increase your visibility! With LinkedIn becoming more and […]
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 […]
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 a great way to connect with people in your niche or industry. But if you’re not using it correctly, then all of those hours spent creating an amazing company page could be wasted because no one will take the time to scroll down and view it. Make sure that when potential clients land […]
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 […]
One member of our Prominence Global team over in New Zealand was lucky enough not to be in a COVID lockdown for a while and managed to attend a business breakfast in person. They told him there would be time for networking before and after the guest speakers’ presentations so he should bring plenty of […]
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 […]
SSI is LinkedIn’s Social Selling Index. If it’s still a bit of a mystery to you, you’ve come to the right place. We’re going to step through what it is, how it works and how you can use it to help make sure you’re getting the best out of the platform. Before we get into […]
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 […]
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 […]
There are now 750 million people on LinkedIn. Some of them you want to meet and others you should avoid at all costs, although you may not be able to at first. But Adam, I hear you say, you keep telling us we should expand our reach and build up a large network on LinkedIn. […]
“To go fast, go alone; to go far, go together” There’s plenty of dispute and conjecture about the origin** of this proverb but it does make a point that seems universally applicable. Even if we’re not sociable all the time and need our own space, human beings are naturally social. We seem to do best […]
LinkedIn has evolved significantly since its launch in 2003. With over 750 million members to date, LinkedIn is the largest professional networking site in the world. Utilised for a plethora of reasons, whether it be job searching, recruiting, networking, or building your personal brand to leverage yourself as an influencer – LinkedIn is the world’s […]
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 […]