making linkedin work for exclusive networks. the principals behind linkedin the theory is that we...
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The Principals behind LinkedIn
The theory is that we are all connected to each other through who we know, who they know and so on.
Recommendation and Endorsements
Get recommended/endorsed after every project – not just when you leave a company
Become a Power User!
OpenLink Network
Subscribed Member
Use the power of Signalto search out all your quality 2nd connections
Add your Twitter feed
Keep their profile fresh
Make their profiles relevant and pertinent to the people they are trying to connect with
Show relevant and pertinent use within their groups
Use the Advanced Search feature
Are in the habit of sending a LinkedIn invitation after every meeting
Power Users…
Remember their 1st degree contacts
Make friends with people with 500+ connections
Tasks:
Aim for over 500+ connections and tag them all so you can find them again
Commit to making connections to five new connections (unknown to you) every week
Join over 10 groups reach out a little and start a discussion on one every week
Keep your profile detailed, relevant and up to date
Give value to your 1st Degree connections
Seek out OpenLink Network users and connect with them
Check out the LinkedIn Application Tools and use them
Make LinkedIn a major part of your working day
Spread the word about the usefulness of LinkedIn and encourage others to use it