3 WAYS TO REDUCE THE NUMBER OF SPAM MESSAGES YOU RECEIVE ON LINKEDIN

It always gets worse before it gets better.

This includes the number of spam messages and connection request notes we receive on LinkedIn.

But what I will say is that there is a way to combat the influx of spam on LinkedIn:

1. Remove the words coach/consultant from your profile:

Many individuals and marketing companies that are violating the "LinkedIn User Agreement" are using software that connects and messages automatically. This is a quick and easy way to have your LinkedIn account revoked, but a strategy these people have is to target coaches and consultants.

This is done by entering specific keywords for them to target on LinkedIn as connections, but also the "note" that is then added to the connection request.

To avoid getting sold and pitched to non-stop by these spammers and scammers, remove the words coach/consultant anywhere it is mentioned in your profile. This means deleting it from your headline, about section, and any description you have.

Since I have taken this step myself, the amount of spam messages and connection requests has decreased significantly.

2. Turn Creator Mode On:

" When you turn on creator mode, LinkedIn optimizes your profile for publishing content. This means that your articles and posts will be more visible to LinkedIn users. You’ll also be able to see insights about your readership, including who’s reading your content and how often they’re engaging with it.

There are three major benefits to switching to LinkedIn creator mode:

1. Creator mode can help you?grow your following?on LinkedIn. When you switch to creator mode,?your reach?will be amplified, and your primary profile action button will switch from?Connect?to?Follow. This makes it more likely that people will follow you since it eliminates the need for you to approve the connection first.
2. LinkedIn creator mode is also a great way to?establish your voice?on the platform. Because your original posts are displayed prominently on your?LinkedIn profile, you can share what you’re all about and what potential followers can expect from following you. And because your content will be amplified on your profile and across the platform, it will be easier for you to build out your?personal brand.
3. LinkedIn users who activate creator mode will have access to specific creator features, including LinkedIn Live and LinkedIn Newsletter. Plus, you’ll get access to creator analytics – separate from?LinkedIn Page analytics?– and see the number of post impressions your content receives.

Creator mode pros

• LinkedIn creator mode gives you access to a whole suite of new LinkedIn features, including adding five?hashtags?to your profile and a 30-second video as your profile picture. This will help boost the search visibility of your profile while also providing a more personalized welcome to potential followers.
• Since LinkedIn creator mode emphasizes your original content, it’s a great way to establish yourself as a thought leader in your industry and build your personal brand.
• You can build and?send your own LinkedIn Newsletter?to keep your followers engaged and updated with your brand.
• Host live streams directly from your LinkedIn profile, a LinkedIn Page or an Event to showcase your subject matter expertise. Live stream capabilities are granted if you meet all of?LinkedIn Live criteria.
• You’ll get regular?content tips?from LinkedIn to help you produce even more engaging content as part of your LinkedIn publishing strategy."

Creator mode cons

• If you activate creator mode, your profile will now show your?About?section farther down your page, and the?Feature?and?Activity?sections will be up top. If you don’t have good content to showcase here, this might look awkward.
• Not everyone will be interested in the same type of content, so you may need to produce various content?to appeal to a wider audience.
• You’ll need to spend more time publishing and promoting your content and profile if you want LinkedIn creator mode to be used to its full potential.

-Sprout Social (www.sproutsocial.com)

3. Report or flag any account that spams you in a message or connection request making a bold monetary promise:

Bold promises of financial success have become increasingly common in our digital world, and they often come in the form of text messages or emails and online messages.

However, it is important to be cautious when responding to these messages and to understand why you shouldn't respond to them. Here are a few reasons if it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is:

• Scams and frauds:?Many of these messages are scams designed to steal your money or personal information. They may promise quick and easy financial success, but in reality, they are simply trying to trick you into giving away your money or sensitive information. Be wary of messages that ask for personal or financial information or that promise to double or triple your money in a short period of time.
• High-risk investments:?Some of these messages may be legitimate offers of financial success, but they often come with high risks. For example, they may be promoting a new cryptocurrency or other investment that is not backed by a reputable financial institution. These types of investments can be extremely volatile and have a high risk of failure.
• Unsolicited offers:?If you receive an unsolicited message offering financial success, it is best to ignore it. Even if the offer is legitimate, it is unlikely to be the best option for your financial future. You should only consider investments or financial products that you have researched and understand fully.
• No guarantees:?No investment or financial product can guarantee financial success. Be wary of messages that make bold promises or use words like "guaranteed" or "risk-free." These types of promises are simply not realistic and should be viewed with skepticism.

Responding to messages that promise financial success can be a dangerous and costly mistake. Always be cautious and do your research before investing any money or personal information.

Remember that financial success is built over time through careful planning and a solid investment strategy, not by responding to unsolicited messages.

Of the three mentioned, which do you have to do more consistently?

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