Building and Nurturing Long-term Connections With Linkedin.

Building and Nurturing Long-term Connections With Linkedin.

Almost a Billion Users Worldwide

LinkedIn, with over 930 million users, has become the go-to platform for professionals across the globe to connect, collaborate, and cultivate opportunities.

Fostering long-term relationships.

When approaching LinkedIn, it's essential to understand that this platform isn't about instant gratification. Unlike other social media platforms where a 'like' or a 'share' can give immediate pleasure, LinkedIn thrives on the long game.' Building a genuine, meaningful connection on the platform is akin to planting a seed - it requires time, care, and consistent nurturing to blossom.

Here’s why it matters

  1. Depth Over Breadth: Having thousands of connections on LinkedIn might look impressive, but the real value lies in the depth of those connections. It's about quality, not quantity. A handful of well-nurtured relationships can lead to more significant professional opportunities than countless superficial ones.
  2. Continuous Engagement: Just as you wouldn’t expect a plant to grow after watering it once, you can’t expect a connection to flourish without regular interaction. Engage with their posts, share relevant content, and reach out periodically to check in or share updates.
  3. Authenticity is Key: People can distinguish between those genuinely interested in forming a relationship and those seeking immediate benefits. Getting to know your connections genuinely, understanding their professional journey, and offering assistance without expecting anything in return will set the foundation for a lasting bond.
  4. The Ripple Effect: As you consistently nurture these relationships in the long run, you’ll find that your LinkedIn network can open doors you never imagined. A single well-maintained connection can introduce you to their expansive network, creating a ripple effect of opportunities.

A Powerful Tool

LinkedIn is a powerful tool, not for instant results but for long-term, sustainable growth. By building and nurturing deep, genuine relationships, professionals can tap into an ever-expanding web of opportunities, investing in the 'long game' wholly worthwhile.


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Leith Atia

Java Developer | Full Stack Educator | Aspiring Cybersecurity Specialist

10 个月

Being someone who has never engaged much with social media in the past, I'll admit that engaging here on this platform puts me very much out of my comfort zone, but this article gives me quiet confidence. In for the long run and looking forward to seeing what the future holds. Thanks for sharing!

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Zeyadhossam Hossam

Attended PPA Business School

1 年

meeting Erving

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If done right, LinkedIn is transformative. Our advice, play the long game.

Austin Smith

IT Support Engineer transitioning into Cloud Security.

1 年

Great post.

CHESTER SWANSON SR.

Next Trend Realty LLC./wwwHar.com/Chester-Swanson/agent_cbswan

1 年

Thanks for Sharing.

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