How to spark substantive conversations on LinkedIn

Here’s great guidance on forging strong, meaningful connections inside the world’s go-to networking platform.

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If you think no one wants to hear from you on LinkedIn, you’re wrong.

Many customers, contacts and colleagues are ready and willing to connect, but you have to recognize the signs.  For instance, they’ll like an intelligent insight you make on a LinkedIn post. Or they’ll share an article you wrote. Too many people miss these triggers, which leave valuable connection opportunities on the table.

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To ensure you make the most of these fleeting opportunities on LinkedIn, here are 42 “trigger events” that you can segue into more meaningful dialogue:

LinkedIn profile engagement

Connecting and following

LinkedIn update post interactions

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