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Networking Q&A: Linkedin Tips

By June 12, 2015June 6th, 2020No Comments
J. Kelly Hoey - Build Your Dream Network

Question: What are your top 3 ways to use Linkedin for networking? What is the best way to maximize networking on Linkedin?

My Answer: This is not a paid endorsement – however, I love Linkedin for business networking!

My top 3 Linkedin tips for networking are:

  1. Get a professional headshot.
  2. Aim to post an update 2-3 times a week with an article or an event of professional interest. I typically find posting during the weekday in the morning produces the most engagement with my network.
  3. Using the summary section of your profile in a dynamic way (that is, create content which requires updating every 2 or so weeks). When you update your profile a notification is sent to all your contact and the revised portion of your profile is highlighted. Why not draw your connections back to your profile on a regular basis by pointing them to the information you really want them to see?

 

A few other LinkedIn networking tips:

  • Always personalize invitations to connect when you’re reaching out to someone you’ve just met. A customized message (“Nice to meet you at the December 5 Women in Business luncheon”) is more likely to result in a connection than the auto-connect “I’d like to add you to my professional network” message which LinkedIn provides.
  • Use the Slideshare feature to post content regarding your services, business or expertise.
  • Create a company page for your business.
  • Reach out when one of your contacts updates their profile, has a professional anniversary or updates their profile with a promotion or other career milestone.
J. Kelly Hoey

Networking Expert + Career Transformation Coach + Author + Speaker, Kelly Hoey looks at "networking" through a new, modern, fresh lens, offering you (who are pursuing and perhaps struggling with your big ambitions), advice on how to connect for success in a hyper-connected world that is woefully short in its attention span. Her network-building advice is relatable, instilling confidence with actionable insights and practical information. www.jkelyhoey.co