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1) Comment with Pictures or Screenshots<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
When you comment on LinkedIn content, LinkedIn shares your comment to people within your network. As people read your comment, more people will learn about your background and see your profile picture and headline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s true that not all of your contacts will have the chance to see all of your comments, but LinkedIn\u2019s content algorithm shares with more and more people depending on the popularity of the content. By sharing your knowledge in a positive way (and without selling anything) you will stand out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Screenshots and visuals are emotional and make your comments more attractive. This will help you get the reader’s attention and more clicks to your profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2) Use LinkedIn Chat To Build Relationships<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
LinkedIn Chat is a fast and simple communication tool that helps you keep in touch with your network and build relationships with new connections. It is also easy to use on mobile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
LinkedIn Chat can be used to:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n- Send pictures or helpful screenshots<\/li>
- Record a 60 seconds message on mobile and make it more personal<\/li>
- Share a helpful link from a blog post or an article<\/li>
- Schedule an appointment<\/li>
- Discuss a quote or an offer to a potential client<\/li>
- Get to know a new connection better by asking questions (after researching their profile)<\/li>
- Create a group chat and make professional introductions<\/li>
- …and much more.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
3) Share up To 4 Pictures in the News Stream<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Did you know that you can share more than 1 picture at a time with your mobile phone? It\u2019s a great feature to use when attending a conference, a company event, or an educational training\u2014and sharing your experience with your network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tagging your pictures, with relevant people and sharing with others in your network will also help you get more exposure and visibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Tell your story with pictures.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
4) Use a Current Professional Profile Picture and Optimize your Headline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s widely known that your LinkedIn photo and headline are the most viewed area of your profile\u2014and where you make a first impression. This section is one of the most important parts of your personal brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Too often people will have outdated information\u2014and when you meet these people in person, you may not recognize them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s important to invest in a professional photographer to stand out more on LinkedIn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The headline section is another opportunity\u2014but most people use it to display their job title and company name. Instead stand out and build your elevator pitch. It\u2019s your first chance to make a good impression. Always position yourself strategically to open more favorable opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Consider adding your specialty, who you are, or your target audience and how you help them solve their challenge or problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Most importantly, have the courage to stand out on LinkedIn strategically.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
5) Add a Background Graphic To Strengthen your Personal Brand<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3) Share up To 4 Pictures in the News Stream<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Did you know that you can share more than 1 picture at a time with your mobile phone? It\u2019s a great feature to use when attending a conference, a company event, or an educational training\u2014and sharing your experience with your network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tagging your pictures, with relevant people and sharing with others in your network will also help you get more exposure and visibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Tell your story with pictures.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
4) Use a Current Professional Profile Picture and Optimize your Headline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s widely known that your LinkedIn photo and headline are the most viewed area of your profile\u2014and where you make a first impression. This section is one of the most important parts of your personal brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Too often people will have outdated information\u2014and when you meet these people in person, you may not recognize them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s important to invest in a professional photographer to stand out more on LinkedIn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The headline section is another opportunity\u2014but most people use it to display their job title and company name. Instead stand out and build your elevator pitch. It\u2019s your first chance to make a good impression. Always position yourself strategically to open more favorable opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Consider adding your specialty, who you are, or your target audience and how you help them solve their challenge or problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Most importantly, have the courage to stand out on LinkedIn strategically.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
5) Add a Background Graphic To Strengthen your Personal Brand<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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