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What NOT to do on Linkedin if you want to sell! 🚨⚠️ and why! Remember: relationship and trust first! Add value ✨. Check this carousel of Richard van der Blom. #socialselling #employeeadvocacy #connection #selling

8 Things not to do when a Prospect accepts your connection request! Remember this about your potential clients after connecting: They do not trust you with their biggest challenges without trust They do not want to receive your content without consent They are not ready to buy when you are ready to sell They can not be persuaded by spam messaging They control the speed of the process, not you They do not see you as a trusted advisor yet They are not on LinkedIn to get spammed They are not on LinkedIn 24 hours a day They will not introduce you What to do instead? Check slides 11 and 12 below! PS: Join my newsletter (+4,000 subscribes) and get all the insights, tips and strategies on leveraging LinkedIn for business growth for free. [ 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 ] ---------------------- 💥 My name is Richard. 🔺Supporting you to master LinkedIn for business growth 🔺Social Selling trainer and international keynote speaker Liked this post? Want to see more? Ring the 🔔 on my Profile 🔝 Connect with me Or subscribe to my email newsletter (link on top of my profile) #SocialSelling #LinkedIn #contentmarketing

Are you also a victim of receiving an overwhelmeing number of instant message requests from a new connection? Richard van der Blom’s slide show below is a clear and cogent example of how to work LinkedIn to drive connections and revenue. Dr. Regina F. Lark, Ph.D., CPO® Gary Johnson Steve Boutwell #linkedinmarketing #driverevenue #rightway

So here we are, almost one month into the New Year - and I have had 93 people reach out to me with ways to generate more business, offer me L&D solutions, and assume they know I need both. Don’t get me wrong, I love a hustler: someone who can sell hard and bring value to people. I got my start in sales and I totally get that LinkedIn is a great networking tool. I also respect the fact that people want to start their year off strong. But here is my takeaway, if you don’t know your audience, it’s really hard for me to believe you will understand mine. 1) Start your reach out with more than just a “hey, thought we could help each other, great to be in your network” and then go into the hardcore sell for something that is just like everything else and not one bit what I need. 2) If you, or the company you represent, are supposed experts in business or development, convince me first that you are. What are your results? What have you done and for whom? And how has their business grown as a result? I can offer these data points and do. 3) Do actual market research. Know what your competitors are doing, saying and how they are pricing. And then, dare to be different, dare to have a strategy that makes you stand out and not by what you think you should be charging now that you have left corporate and need to make money. This goes for business coaches, funnel “fillers”, and people offering L&D solutions. If you have something truly unique and are willing to listen my needs it will save you and me a lot of time. #careercoaching #learninganddevelopment

I’m 2023 I spoke to over a 1000 business owners, Sales directors and Marketing Directors. Here are some of the key takeaways I found: Majority of the time, their LinkedIn outreach is underperforming because they don’t actually have a strategy in place. Most people are going to LinkedIn and trying a bit of this and then trying a bit of something else. LinkedIn is also widely used as research like Yell or as a last resort when they’ve exhausted other avenues (email / phone) The mindset with social selling is still very naive. You can speak to a new team of recruits (salespeople) who can have a full strategy for cold calling, ring 100 prospects a day for 2 weeks. Not make a sale and still persevere as they know it’s possible. When it’s LinkedIn people expect it to be quick. My prospects are here, I’m going to connect with them, pitch them or even inmail them before I connect. Then they give up after a couple saying it doesn’t work. The mindset for social selling must change for it to be successful. I completely understand you would never think to have lessons or research how to use other social platforms like Facebook, TikTok, Instagram etc. But LinkedIn is not the same especially when your using it to drive business So remember: - Build a strategy for LinkedIn - Do your research on best practises, there are tonnes of free / paid courses online. It’s a not a bad thing if you have to do this. A professional athlete does not get laughed at for having regular coaching. - Be consistent - it’s not going to work the first couple times unless you get laugh. Build a strategy for 1-3 months at least - Change your mindset, just like anything if you want to become good at it, it will take practise, consistency and patience Cause and effect. As my golf coach teaches me, as long as I’m set up right, I will strike the ball better. If you set up right and have a plan in place, your going to have better conversion on your prospects.

SEVEN NETWORK MARKETING TIPS FOR A GUARANTEED SUCCESS How are you growing your network marketing business? Have you started network marketing business at all? Is your fear how to grow the business? Watch this video till the end to get a solution system. When I started network marketing, I didn’t have problems getting clients for my business but I faced the issue of retention. Now, I know a lot better, I have learnt so much, and I have a solution system to help you grow your business fast. If you’re new in the business, grab these tips; 1. Have the right business mindset knowing that you’re not starting a hobby. 2. Leverage social media, offer value, and connect people who need opportunities to greatness. 3. Leverage the internet, and don’t run your business offline only 4. Leverage marketing systems so you can use marketing SYSTEMS to do some work on your behalf, and this way you can speak to over five hundred people in a day about your business. 5. Teach your team duplication. When I had not developed a solution system for building an empire in networking business, I was slow at duplication but now, my team will use my solution system and duplicate very fast. 6. Get a mentor. 7. Believe in yourself that success awaits you if you put in the work. Like, comment, and share. #virginiaifeanyi

Are you ready to take your business to the next level on LinkedIn?LinkedIn is a powerful platform that can help you attract new leads and grow your business. But in order to truly leverage its potential, it's important to have a clear strategy and understanding of your strengths and areas for improvement. That's why we've created the "Visible and Profitable Business Scorecard" quiz. This quiz will help you assess your current LinkedIn presence and identify the key areas you need to focus on to build a visible and profitable business. Through a series of targeted questions, you'll gain insights into your ability to communicate the value of your services, your engagement with your target audience, your personal brand, and much more. Plus, you'll receive a personalized scorecard that highlights your strengths and areas for improvement. Whether you're just starting out on LinkedIn or have been using it for a while, this quiz will provide you with valuable insights and actionable steps to take your business to the next level. So why wait? Take the quiz now and discover how you can build a visible and profitable business on LinkedIn. [Quiz URL: https://lnkd.in/ebj6dRPi]

You Don't Have to Be a Coach to Shine on LinkedIn. You too can win on linkedin Hey professionals. Do you think LinkedIn is only for coaches or thought leaders? You don't have to be a coach or thought leader to benefit from LinkedIn. Whether you're in sales, marketing, finance, or any other industry, LinkedIn can help you: - Attract new clients and customers - Enhance your professional reputation - Drive more sales and revenue And, if you're looking for people to show interest in what you do, LinkedIn is a great platform to: - Share your passion projects - Showcase your work - Connect with like-minded individuals LinkedIn can still be a valuable platform to connect with potential partners and supporters. Don't let your competition outrank you. If you are an entrepreneur, small business owner, or freelancer struggling to make an impact on LinkedIn? As a LinkedIn Outreach Specialist and Community Engagement Expert, I've helped numerous professionals like you: - Establish a strong online presence - Grow their network and connections - Increase engagement and conversions - Build a personal brand that stands out Let's work together to elevate your LinkedIn presence and take your business to the next level. Reach out to me for a free consultation and let's get started. You too can win on linkedin ********************** Hi, I'm Joy Uwagor your proactive Customer Service Support Specialist and Linkedin Enagament Outreach Expert My Ultimate goal is to increase profitability and sale's for companies Click 👉 Joy Uwagor to follow or connect with me I post content you can relate with. #LinkedInForAll #OnlinePresence #PersonalBranding #BusinessGrowth #SalesAndMarketing

Here's where I feel different than most on LinkedIn... I reserve networking calls for people who have taken the time to build a relationship in the DMs. The truth is... 👉 I'm busy running a business 👉 I homeschool my five kids 👉 Prospects take priority I'm here to... 👉 Meet creatives to subcontract work to 👉 Find one more long-term client 👉 Get projects and referrals 👉 Help others gain skills 👉 And, of course, learn Having the opportunity to connect with so many amazing people is a massive BONUS!! However, sometimes I feel obligated and give it too much of my time. How do you place boundaries when it comes to networking call requests? ----- Hey 👋 I'm a marketing partner for small to medium sized businesses who want to increase revenue through customized strategies. Check out thecontentcollaborativedotcom for more information! #networking #boundaries #contentmarketing

WHY AREN’T YOU MAKING SALES ON LINKEDIN❌ What does that mean? I mean there are around 135 million people who use Linkedin on Daily basis Do you think you can compete with them? These days each business is on LinkedIn to showcase their services/product. To get customers ofc! And you come with your account with no engagement or right strategy! I mean I totally understand that you are expert in your business. Either you have a coaching industry or a service providing industry you should do what you are meant for! ✅“PROVIDING YOUR SERVICE TO RIGHT PEOPLE” Learning is important on LinkedIn! People spend years to understand things on LinkedIn and implement those strategies on their profiles.. And if you’re someone who want to automate your business on LinkedIn, what do you think your first step will? Open YouTube to learn right? Good Idea but not Great, imagine learning everything from scratch and start implementing then getting ups and downs Don’t know if you can handle this with your Business as well Or second method could just give your profile to “SOMEONE” who’s already doing this from a while and generated proven results! Now you can focus on your business to scale it with 0 stress from this era! P.S.- Yes that “SOMEONE” is me and our team! 😁 #coach #business #linkedinmarketing