7 Common LinkedIn Concerns of the Self-Employed - Ep 181

LinkedIn tips, business tips, and marketing tips for coaches, consultants, speakers, authors, solopreneurs & small business owners: Enthusiastically Self-Employed

Addressing Common LinkedIn Concerns: Guidance and Tips

In today's podcast episode, I discuss common concerns about using LinkedIn that have been shared with me over the years. The goal is to reassure listeners that they are not alone and to address a variety of issues people face with LinkedIn, ranging from technical challenges to feeling out of place on the platform. I'll review each concern one by one and provide advice and tips. Concerns include the time needed to learn LinkedIn, the perception that LinkedIn is too corporate, feeling behind on using the platform, embarrassment over profiles, and more. Additionally, I'll share information about my free live webinars and other resources to help you make the most of LinkedIn.

00:00 Introduction to LinkedIn Concerns

01:09 Common Concern #1: Transitioning from Facebook and Instagram

01:45 Common Concern #2: Feeling Out of Place on LinkedIn

02:09 Common Concern #3: Intimidation by LinkedIn's Corporate Vibe

02:26 Common Concern #4: Feeling Behind on LinkedIn

02:47 Common Concern #5: Neglecting LinkedIn

03:06 Common Concern #6: Embarrassment Over LinkedIn Profile

03:30 Common Concern #7: Stuffy and Corporate LinkedIn Posts

03:53 Addressing Each Concern with Practical Tips

15:57 Conclusion and Webinar Invitation

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My name is Brenda Meller. I'm a LinkedIn coach, consultant, speaker, and author. My company is Meller Marketing and I help business professionals get a bigger slice of the LinkedIn pie.
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