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LinkedIn Members #1 Most Frequently Asked Question

Posted on 19. Feb, 2010 by nate.

One of the most frequently asked questions we get about LinkedIn from over 10,000 submitted questions through our webinars, in posts, or directly by email is:
How do I maximize my use of LinkedIn?

In many ways this question resonates throughout the social platforms, but for today, let’s focus on LinkedIn.
To answer the question “How do I [...]

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7 Steps to Generating Real, Targeted, and Profitable Business from LinkedIn: For Insurance Agents

Posted on 19. Feb, 2010 by nate.

Creating a system and plan of action is the most important thing you can do on LInkedIn to drive business. If you don’t, you will spend all your time answering questions that are irrelevant to your business objectives and end goals.
As an Insurance Agent you are faced with a different set of regulations than most [...]

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Top 20 Recommended Linkedin Groups for Business

Posted on 28. Jan, 2010 by nate.

In order to identify the most valuable top 20 groups on LinkedIn for business, we had to identify the areas of interest to businesses in this new social environment.
Numbers don’t matter as much as quality, though they help! The measurements used to rank these groups are:

Quality of content
Size of the Group
User Engagement
Value added Features

Categories included [...]

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Your Social Media Campaign Will Fail If…

Posted on 13. Jan, 2010 by nate.

Recently I received a post from a LinkedIn user who was quite bitter about Social Media.  This sentiment is not that uncommon amongst my executive contacts and many of the very successful business owners I know.
I understand how at face value, social media seems like a big cluster of chaos.  I mean really, how impactful [...]

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LinkedIn Idiocy: An Ongoing Case Study

Posted on 04. Jan, 2010 by nate.

I have been sitting back watching this very interesting and spirited dialogue on the Linked Strategies Group. Definitely the beauty and shame of social media all at the same time! In short, the topic is:
What is a Social Media Expert?
Highlights to take from this exchange:

Social Media self governs – non-authentic people are dispelled or [...]

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How to use LinkedIn to Build an Advisory Board

Posted on 29. Dec, 2009 by nate.

LinkedIn has been the best place to connect with people I never would have met otherwise. I love this media vehicle to accomplish all sorts of business objectives.
One of the many things I use LinkedIn for is creating sustainable, real, and valuable relationships with people I would be interested in having on my advisory board.
In [...]

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LinkedIn Statistics 2009: Why You Must Master LinkedIn

Posted on 11. Dec, 2009 by nate.

LinkedIn has “The worlds largest audience of affluent, influential professionals.” ~ Nielsen Online
Here are some of the Statistical Highlights on LinkedIn that you really need to know for your business or professional objectives.
Average Age: 43
Male / Female: 54% / 46%Average Household Income: $107,278
Average Household Income $100k+    51.8% | 6,467,000
Average Household Income $150k+    23.1% | 2,888,000

Senior-Level Management:

EVP/SVP/VP [...]

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LinkedIn Power User Strategies Webinar Series

Posted on 07. Dec, 2009 by nate.

Our next webinar is here!
For businesses, entrepreneurs and professionals alike, LinkedIn is a virtual prospecting goldmine – offering an endless supply of warm leads, high value networking sources, and multiple income streams.
As the #1 “zero cost” Business Networking Site (LinkedIn), you will not find a better ROI for your marketing efforts!
Sign up for our complimentary [...]

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The Business Model of a Newborn

Posted on 07. Dec, 2009 by nate.

Wow, I just found this blog post that I forgot to finish and publish just after my son was born (about 10 months ago).  This post really meant alot to me, so I wanted to make sure I still shared it with you all.  Here is the post:

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Linked Strategies: Career Development Sub Group

Posted on 02. Dec, 2009 by nate.

Our new subgroup for Job Seekers or those looking to advance their careers is now open. The group is managed by fellow Linked Strategies member Cheryl Palmer, an Executive Career Coach and Industry Transition Specialist. She offers specific webinars on how to use LinkedIn for Career Development which I highly recommend!
You may enjoy some of [...]

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