30 days to kickstart your pipeline through LinkedIn
30 Days to Kickstart Your Pipeline Through LinkedIn
As a small business owner, you know how crucial building relationships is to driving sales. But with so many social media platforms vying for your attention, it's easy to overlook the one that can have the most significant impact on your bottom line (especially if you're selling B2B): LinkedIn. With over 700 million users, LinkedIn offers a vast pool of potential clients, partners, and collaborators. In this article, we'll show you how to harness the power of LinkedIn to kickstart your pipeline in just 30 days.
Day 1-5: Optimize Your Profile
Your LinkedIn profile is often the first impression people have of you and your business. Make it count by:
- Using a professional profile picture and header image
- Crafting a compelling headline that clearly states your value proposition
- Writing a detailed and engaging summary that showcases your expertise
- Ensuring your experience and skills sections are up-to-date and accurate
Day 6-10: Identify and Connect with Potential Clients
It's time to start building your network. Identify potential clients by:
- Using LinkedIn's search function to find people in your target industry or niche
- Joining relevant groups where your ideal clients are active
- Reaching out to connections of connections who might be able to introduce you to potential clients
Day 11-15: Engage with Others' Content
Building relationships on LinkedIn is a two-way street. Start engaging with others' content by:
- Commenting on posts from people in your network
- Sharing relevant and valuable content from others
- Participating in LinkedIn groups by answering questions and sharing your expertise
Day 16-20: Create Valuable Content
It's time to showcase your expertise by creating valuable content. Try:
- Writing and publishing longer articles on LinkedIn
- Sharing infographics or videos that educate or entertain
- Posting updates that provide insights or tips related to your industry
Day 21-25: Leverage LinkedIn Messages
LinkedIn messages are a powerful way to start conversations with potential clients. Use them to:
- Reach out to people who have engaged with your content
- Follow up with connections who have shown interest in your business
- Introduce yourself to new connections and start a conversation
Day 26-30: Turn Connections into Conversations
The final stretch! Turn your connections into conversations by:
- Scheduling calls or meetings with potential clients
- Asking for referrals or introductions from existing connections
- Following up with connections who have gone cold
By following this 30-day plan, you'll be well on your way to kickstarting your pipeline through LinkedIn. Remember to stay consistent, engage with others, and provide value to your network. Happy connecting!{}
About the Author
Charli is a co-founder and marketing director of thelime.one and a regular contributor to LinkedIn.
The author worked with AI assistance on this article. (We're a startup and we need to get our stuff out there!) We're working our way through the most popular pieces and rewriting fully with our human team.