Rekindle Relationships, Ignite Opportunities, and Make 2025 Your Best Year

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Hello,

I'm Rhonda Sher, your LinkedIn strategist and guide to converting your connections to cash relationships to revenue. Over the past two decades, I've helped thousands of professionals, entrepreneurs, and executives go from invisible to influential using my proven strategies.

Why LinkedIn? Because it's not just a platform—it's your stage. With the right tools, tactics and mentor, you can showcase your expertise, connect authentically, and grow your business in ways you never imagined.

This year, I want to help you ignite your network, rekindle relationships, and build a pipeline of opportunities. Let's make 2025 the year to thrive on this amazing platform.? I will keep you updated on the latest developments happening on LinkedIn and the best strategies to take you from “overlooked to fully booked”.

Reignite Your Network: Make this year the one that you meet and exceed your goals.

Reconnecting and reigniting with your LinkedIn network is one of the easiest, most effective ways to spark new opportunities. Here's how to make it meaningful and productive:

1. Look Back to Move Forward

Before diving into new connections, review your LinkedIn activity from 2024:

Check your messages: Who did you chat with? Who did you not didn't follow up with? Take time to review past conversations and identify opportunities for to reconnect..

Review your engagement: Which posts or comments led to meaningful interactions? Analyze what content resonated most with your network and plan to do more of this in 2025.

Identify dormant connections: Who haven't you interacted with in a while but would benefit from reconnecting? Create a targeted list of high-priority contact and reach out to one or two people every day. Keep track of your conversations and remember that the "f" word- follow-up is your key to success.

2. Send Personalized Video Messages

Reconnect with warmth and authenticity while standing out by sending a personal video message,? I have found Dubb to be the most effective way to know if my message is watched and to send out my messages. Here is my affiliate link to get your free trial:? https://dubb.com/r/rhondasher - My open rate is well over 50% since I started using video messaging.

Use LinkedIn's direct message feature or tools like Loom or Dubb to create personal, engaging videos.

Keep it short and engaging: "Hi [Name], I was reviewing my network from last year and realized it's been too long since we last spoke. Let's catch up—I'd love to hear what's new with you!"

Bonus: Mention something specific about your last interaction to show you care and demonstrate genuine interest in reconnecting. Let them know you are NOT selling anything but simply looking to reconnect and find ways to support one another. I use the phrase "Let's keep it in the NO SALES ZONE.

3. Reconnect with Past Clients and Referral Partners

Think about the clients, collaborators, and referral partners you worked with last year. A quick message can rekindle those relationships. Out of sight is out of mind.

Send a thoughtful note: "Hi [Name], working with you in [Year/Project] was a highlight for me. I'd love to catch up and hear about what's on your plate for 2025. Would it make sense for us to set up a time to talk soon?? Happy to send you a link to my calendar or feel free to send me yours.? Looking forward to speaking soon.

?4. Use the $5 Starbucks Gift Card Strategy

Sometimes, a small gesture can make a big impact:

Send a $5 Starbucks eGift card with a message like: "Hi [Name], I thought you might enjoy a coffee on me! Let's reconnect soon—I'd love to hear how things are going and explore how we can support each other in 2025."? Thanks a latte

This simple act of kindness opens doors and warms up even the coldest connections, creating opportunities for meaningful dialogue. (If you send this in a video message, you are much more likely to get a response).

?5. Create an Engaging Post to Spark Conversations

Write a LinkedIn post asking a thoughtful, open-ended question to re-engage your network – Find a cool video that will catch their attention and get the conversation started. Make sure you have a call to action in your post.

Example: ?Valentine’s Day is just a few weeks away - What's one part of your business that you love so much you would do it even if you didn’t get paid? For me it’s (fill in what it is for you).

When people comment on your posts, use it as an opportunity to start direct conversations and deepen professional relationships. Remember to respond to the comments you receive.

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?P.S.? If you want to take LinkedIn to the next level with posts, join me in my next Posting4Profit Masterclass.?? The details can be found here:?https://www.theshermethod.com/posting4profitfeb25