Leveraging LinkedIn for Introverts: Tips & Tricks for Effective Networking w/Miranda Von Fricken

In this first episode of RAVEL Radio, I'm joined by LinkedIn expert and coach Miranda Von Fricken.  Her company LinkedIn Awesomeness helps women entrepreneurs get visible and build their audience on LinkedIn. 

She's about to school all of us on how to use LinkedIn so it's fun, effective, and makes you look good—even if you're an introvert!

Here's what's inside:

Customizing your LinkedIn experience for introverts

• Building connections and expanding your network
• Setting the foundation: Curating and engaging

Importance of being a good curator

• Engaging with content that resonates with you
• Sharing personal stories and vulnerability to foster connections

Direct Messaging (DM): Building deeper connections

• Best practices for reaching out to potential connections
• Focusing on genuine compliments and a hopeful tone

Strategies for engagement: Liking, sharing, and commenting

• Going beyond superficial connections
• Becoming a "deep" connection by actively participating in discussions
• Connecting with potential clients

Presenting yourself authentically: Avoiding the "sleazy sales pitch"

• Importance of mindful self-presentation
• Showcasing your work in a genuine and engaging way

Content creation: Building a valuable presence

• Publishing interesting, helpful, and relevant content
• Best practices for using hashtags and tagging others
• Fostering meaningful conversations with your audience

Navigating the LinkedIn algorithm: Focusing on genuine connections

• Prioritizing connection quality over gaming the algorithm
• Following and engaging with inspiring, content-worthy individuals
• Timing your engagement and knowing when to withdraw a connection

Conclusion: Embracing LinkedIn as an introvert, refining your networking skills, and building a thriving professional network.

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