Social Selling: What the heck is it, and why you should care.
Social Selling certainly is a “buzz” word that’s been circulating for the past few years. Social selling is the process of developing relationships as part of the sales process. Today this often takes place via social networks such as LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Pinterest, but can take place either online or offline. (Source: Wikipedia) Note…
Read More4 Ways To Look Unprofessional On LinkedIn
Looking unprofessional on LinkedIn is a BIG faux pas. Particularly since LinkedIn is the world’s largest PROFESSIONAL network! Here are 4 ways you will look unprofessional on LinkedIn #1: POST A SELFIE Save the selfies for Instagram. Your photo is one of the very first impressions people see when they go to your profile. It’s not…
Read MoreEver Get LinkedIn Connection Requests From Strangers? Here’s How To Respond….
Personalizing each and every connection request on LinkedIn is my #1 tip. Not only does it start the conversation with your potential connection, but you’re also much more likely to be accepted into that person’s online “Rolodex”. We’ve all received connection requests from strangers. My belief is, we don’t exchange business cards without a conversation,…
Read More4 Ways To Turn Employees Into Powerful Brand Ambassadors
Every single person who works for your organization is a brand ambassador. Each and every touchpoint your clients/customers have with your brand makes an impression. Are you missing out on opportunities to extend your business and brand “story”?My guess is that you probably are. According to the 2012 Edelman Trust Barometer, company employees have more credibility…
Read MoreLinkedIn Time Management: How To Stay Focused On Your Goals
Time management seems to be one of the #1 challenges for EVERYONE, when it comes to Social Media. Social Media is overwhelming. Social Media is time consuming. Social Media can be incredibly beneficial for you and your business when it’s used properly. The best way to manage feeling overwhelmed with Social Media is to get…
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