10 Tips to Write Better on LinkedIn
Anshuman Tiwari
?? The Brick by Brick Guy ?? | Global Head of Operational Excellence @ DXC | GCC Captive and Global Operations Transformation Leader ?
Writing is your passport to influence on LinkedIn. And like all skills this can be learnt too.
LinkedIn today offers multiple ways to express what you want to. Most common are:
LinkedIn today offers multiple types of written content formats to engage your audience. Here are the main ones:
LinkedIn Formats
1. LinkedIn Posts: These are short updates you can share on your feed. They can include text, images, videos, and links.
2. LinkedIn Articles: Longer-form content that allows you to dive deeper into a topic. Articles are published on your profile and can showcase your expertise.
3. LinkedIn Long-Form Posts: Similar to articles, these are longer updates that allow you to share more detailed insights or stories directly in your feed.
4. LinkedIn Status Updates: Quick updates that appear on your profile and in your connections' feeds. They can include text and links.
5. LinkedIn Comments: Engaging with others' content by leaving thoughtful comments can help you expand your network and showcase your expertise.
Each type of content serves a different purpose, so consider your goals and your audience when choosing which format to use.
How can you write better though?
You surely know of people whose writing style you love. Why do you love some and not all? They do the same stuff differently.
Here are 10 tips that can make your writing on LinkedIn better.
1. Clarity: Keep your message clear and concise. Avoid jargon or overly complex language.
2. Engaging Headline: Craft a compelling headline that grabs attention and hints at the content.
3. Hooking Introduction: Start with a strong opening that draws readers in and makes them want to continue.
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4. Value-Driven Content: Offer valuable insights, tips, or actionable advice relevant to your industry or expertise.
5. Visual Appeal: Use short paragraphs, bullet points, and subheadings to make your content easy to skim.
6. Storytelling: Share anecdotes or personal experiences to humanize your content and make it relatable.
7. Call to Action: End with a clear call to action, whether it's liking, sharing, commenting, or taking the conversation offline.
8. Engage with Comments: Respond to comments promptly to foster discussions and build relationships.
9. Professional Tone: Maintain a professional tone while injecting a bit of your personality.
10. Proofread: Avoid typos and grammatical errors by thoroughly proofreading your post before publishing.
Remember, the key is to provide value and foster meaningful connections through your writing.
Want to learn more?
Shantesh S Row is one of the best and most unique writers on LinkedIn. His wit and sharp style has fans all over the world.
Shantesh is my guest on 76 of The ManageBetter Show! Write Better on LinkedIn | Saturday 26 August | 11 AM IST | YouTube: https://bit.ly/45KGTiV | LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3OHOZ4O
Shantesh will take your questions Live. If you want to write better on LinkedIn this is the masterclass to attend.
See you on the Live Show!
With best regards,
Anshuman
IIT-JEE Physics faculty || Writer @Medium|| Psychology Scholar || Life Long Learner ||
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