Social Media Examiner | LinkedIn for small business | Topic Replies http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/feed/ LinkedIn for small business - Forum Topic in the Group Small Business Tue, 21 May 2013 04:56:08 +0000 http://buddypress.org/?v=1.5.5 en http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-35095<![CDATA[Mike Linville - Wordpress Guy replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-35095 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 13:46:44 +0000 Mike Linville - Wordpress Guy replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business Has anybody here ever bough any of the LinkedIn info products like LinkedInfluence from Lewis Howes. These programs can be such a hit or miss sometimes.

]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-35066<![CDATA[Eddy Sleiman replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-35066 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 10:28:39 +0000 Eddy Sleiman replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business @davidblide
I have never clicked on a digital banner unless it was visually very attractive and the selling proposition was of an interest. The 2 most challenging factors in an ad. If 1 of these factors is […]
]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-34912<![CDATA[Jeanne Ehinger replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-34912 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 12:48:08 +0000 Jeanne Ehinger replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business @davidblide 
I'm interested to hear how your ads are performing. I took advantage of a free $50 credit from LinkedIn but after two weeks not a dime has been spent -- no one is clicking on my ads! I think I have […]

]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-32327<![CDATA[David Blide replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-32327 Tue, 29 May 2012 09:52:38 +0000 David Blide replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business My business is strictly B2B and I'm starting a campaign with LinkedIn Ads.  I've never tried them before (only Facebook and Google).  Any tips, suggestions or secrets?

]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-32276<![CDATA[Kim Kline replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-32276 Mon, 28 May 2012 19:38:57 +0000 Kim Kline replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business I have used Linkedin to build contacts and join groups of interest.  I do not "sell" on these groups.  I have used them to post articles or ask questions that I feel would be relevant to the people in my groups. […]

]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-32218<![CDATA[Mari-Lyn Harris replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-32218 Sat, 26 May 2012 20:41:24 +0000 Mari-Lyn Harris replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business You have to look at what kind of results or what you expect to have happen on LinkedIn. I take the time and call who I am connected to..for the most part people are open to it and some are not. Be their friend, I […]

]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic//#post-<![CDATA[Jim Ford replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic//#post- Fri, 25 May 2012 23:52:57 +0000 Jim Ford replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business Mr. Yublosky @mikey hit it dead on, as well as Kim's advice. However, most of the group "Discussions" on LinkedIn appear to be nothing but promotions. People post their ads and go to the next group and post […]

]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31654<![CDATA[Kim @MoneyandRisk replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31654 Mon, 21 May 2012 22:43:16 +0000 Kim @MoneyandRisk replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business LinkedIn is great for doing research on the people that you would like to connect with.  My biggest advice:  DO NOT SPAM - self promote on Linkedin.  Think about what it generates on the other side.  Irritation, […]

]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31523<![CDATA[Michael Yublosky replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31523 Sat, 19 May 2012 03:56:06 +0000 Michael Yublosky replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business Most small businesses don't understand that networking is not selling. Networking is about establishing initial contacts through sharing and being helpful to others to see if they can lead to a further […]

]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31398<![CDATA[Stan Robinson replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31398 Thu, 17 May 2012 02:59:03 +0000 Stan Robinson replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business Thanks Dea. That's why I love these forums. Have a great day! ]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31281<![CDATA[Dea Irby replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31281 Wed, 16 May 2012 04:32:27 +0000 Dea Irby replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business Stan, thanks for asking this question. I have not been able to figure out how to use LI effectively. @stanrobinson

]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31225<![CDATA[Stan Robinson replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31225 Tue, 15 May 2012 18:30:03 +0000 Stan Robinson replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business Rich - I appreciate your insights, particularly about joining local groups. Thanks. ]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31175<![CDATA[Rich Brooks replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31175 Tue, 15 May 2012 02:27:42 +0000 Rich Brooks replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business @stanrobinson
I use LI and have built up my company's online visibility.
Mostly, I use the groups. I have joined most of the Maine-based groups (I'd recommend joining local groups if you generate business […]
]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31165<![CDATA[Stan Robinson replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31165 Tue, 15 May 2012 01:14:13 +0000 Stan Robinson replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business Charlene - I appreciate the testimonial and encouragement. Thanks.  ]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31164<![CDATA[Stan Robinson replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31164 Tue, 15 May 2012 01:07:53 +0000 Stan Robinson replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business Dan - thanks for sharing your experience and suggestions. I am looking through the discussions in the Cool Free tools group. @dfriesland

]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31140<![CDATA[Charlene Kingston replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic/linkedin-for-small-business/#post-31140 Mon, 14 May 2012 19:33:52 +0000 Charlene Kingston replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business @stanrobinson I get at least 3 emails or calls each week from people who found me or were referred to me on LinkedIn.
It's not just for finding a job. You should be there, and your business should be there.
]]> http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic//#post-<![CDATA[Dan R. Friesland replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business]]>http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/clubs/small-business/forum/topic//#post- Mon, 14 May 2012 15:13:43 +0000 Dan R. Friesland replied to the forum topic LinkedIn for small business in the club Small Business Hello Stan,Good question.  Speaking for the companies that I own, we are niche firms that operate within the healthcare vertical and our sales are generated via the "Linkedin" connections that lead us to a […]

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