5 Not-to-be-ignored LinkedIn Features‼️

⏺ LinkedIn launched as e-resume & online networking platform. Today it’s become much more than that.

⏺ A powerful tool for networking, growing  thought leadership & building personal brand.

⏺ Many of LinkedIn’s billion members, aren’t leveraging its full potential.

 Some underutilized LinkedIn features:.

1. Collaborative Articles

➡️ Are a game-changer for anyone to build credibility in a meaningful way.

➡️  Allow multiple members to contribute their expertise on given topic

➡️ Ceating rich, multifaceted content related to common questions asked by #jobseekers & career-focussed professionals.

➡️ Group of industry experts co-authoring  articles on latest trends in your field is powerful.

➡️   Articles position
you as  thought leader, sharing stage with others.

➡️ When you share enough valuable content, you  receive  Top Voice badge, (Gold) displayed just below your headline.

➡️Of course, this is temporary. Needs to be nurtured by continuously creating content on subject to retain Top Voice beyond 90 days.

2. Featured Section:
of  profile is your personal portfolio.

➡️ It’s where you highlight  best work.

➡️ Whether thought leadership, video,  compelling article, or outstanding presentation.

➡️ Yet, many users neglect this feature, missing out on opportunity to build strong  personal brand.

➡️ Regularly update this section with best work. Keep re-ordering
content periodically, according to priority.

➡️ To keep profile dynamic  & ensure  visitors see your best work, first.

3.LinkedIn Newsletters

➡️  Are  excellent way to stay top-of-mind with your network.

➡️ Allow creation  & distribution of long-form content directly to your Connections.

➡️ Unlike regular posts, newsletters allow users to subscribe to content, ensuring they receive updates directly in their inbox.

4. Newsletters :

➡️ Help  build  dedicated follower fans,  genuinely interested in your insights.

➡️  Effective way to establish thought leadership & keep audience  engaged over time.

➡️  Boost content marketing strategy on LinkedIn.

5. LinkedIn Live

➡️ Exciting feature that allows broadcast of live video content to network.

➡️ Whether  hosting webinar, conducting interviews, podcasts, or providing live updates, it’s  fantastic way to engage with audience  real-time.

➡️  Live videos  generate more engagement than regular posts.

6. LinkedIn Polls

➡️ A quick & easy way to engage  audience & gather valuable insights

➡️  You can ask  your network for their opinions on various topics,  industry trends,  personal preferences.

➡️ This  drives engagement & provides  with  data that can inform your content strategy.

 Do explore these features.  They make a world of difference in how you connect & engage online.

  LinkedIn presence is your ‘first impression’. Make it count!

✅Do share any additional perspectives in Comments.

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