Shake Up Your LinkedIn: Daily Dose of Inspiration

Hey Changemakers!

Welcome back to another day of shaking things up on LinkedIn! Today, we're focusing on the art of effective engagement and sparking meaningful conversations.

Beyond Likes and Shares: The Art of Engagement

Likes and shares are great, but true impact on LinkedIn comes from fostering meaningful conversations. Here are some tips to engage your audience and spark discussions:

• Ask Thought-Provoking Questions: Pose questions that encourage critical thinking, diverse perspectives, and insightful responses. Go beyond simple yes/no questions.
• Respond Promptly: Respond to comments and questions on your posts in a timely manner. This shows you value your audience's opinions and are invested in the conversation.
• Tag Relevant People: Tag individuals you mentioned in your post or those who might have additional insights to contribute to the discussion.

Shake Up Your Engagement Strategy:

Think beyond text-based conversations:

• Polls and Surveys: Use LinkedIn's built-in poll function to spark discussions and gather audience insights on relevant topics in your field.
• Live Video Discussions: Host a live Q&A session or discussion on a topic of interest to your network. Be prepared to answer questions and encourage active participation from viewers.
• Industry Debates: Spark a healthy debate by presenting a controversial topic related to your field and invite discussion from opposing viewpoints. Ensure the discussion remains civil and respectful.

The Power of Community Building:

• Engage in Group Discussions: Actively participate in relevant LinkedIn Groups by responding to discussions, sharing valuable insights, and offering help to others.
• Congratulate & Celebrate: Take the time to congratulate colleagues or connections on their achievements. This fosters goodwill and strengthens relationships.
• Offer Recommendations: Do you know someone in your network who provides exceptional service or possesses remarkable expertise? Write them a genuine LinkedIn recommendation showcasing their strengths.

Join the Conversation!

What are your best practices for fostering meaningful conversations on LinkedIn? Share your strategies with the community! Feeling unsure how to spark engaging discussions? Let's brainstorm conversation starters and topics relevant to your industry.

Shake Up the Norm is all about empowering you to create a vibrant LinkedIn presence built on active engagement and meaningful connections. Share your experiences, ask questions, and inspire each other to leverage effective communication strategies to build a thriving online community.

See you tomorrow,

The Shake Up the Norm Team

Bibliography:

• "The Art of Asking: How to Get Everything You Want" by Amanda Palmer [Not a scholarly source but a well-regarded book on the topic]

Join our free newsletter

https://www.dhirubhai.net/newsletters/shake-up-the-norm-7157224656825901056

Listen to the podcast today!

https://open.spotify.com/show/5Xmt3hcWgChXLpFG7K86Et

https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fedezabc