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So often, we get stuck in the rut of our own way of doing things that we totally miss out on something interesting or exciting in the process. LinkedIn can be a lot like this for many of our clients. They have their bearings in certain areas of the platform, but they neglect to recognize some of the best parts of using LinkedIn. Of course, there will always be interface changes and new settings, but our favorite little-known features of LinkedIn are tried and true and (hopefully) not going anywhere anytime soon. 

Organizing to-do lists can get overwhelming. Need a shortcut? Our team is here to help! We’ve divided up many of the tasks that should be on your regular LinkedIn and Sales Navigator to-do lists into simple daily, weekly, and monthly punch lists. Investing a little time each day will help you reap the benefits of being active on these platforms.

Don’t be ashamed to tell your story in its entirety! Often, career detours and redirections make you the interesting, dynamic person you bring to your work. Now, there’s an easier way to speak to career gaps and pauses, not just in conversation, but also online. Check out our latest article to learn all about the LinkedIn Career Breaks feature including when and how to use it to amplify your professional narrative. https://lnkd.in/gTY6CHeV

In 1914, as demand for cars dropped and employee retention became an issue, Henry Ford doubled wages for his workers—a decision that seemed radical. Within a year, however, productivity soared, and employees began buying the very cars they produced. While our reliance on data has greatly increased since then, there’s a danger in letting data drive all decisions at the expense of creativity. Learn why intuition is still important for leaders in the Fast Company article below! “Helpful as it would be, there’s just no single formula for effective decision-making.”

We've all fallen prey to the mentality that just downloading the software, making the list, or signing up for the conference can help us reach our goals. But, that's just where it starts. To see results, you have to actually leverage the tools at your disposal. https://lnkd.in/euCNvNDG

Connecting with others on LinkedIn is one of the best ways to grow your network. The only problem is that organizing your connections on LinkedIn can be a hassle. Did you know that you can export all of your connections into one spreadsheet? Check out Lindsey's little-known trick that’s a huge time saver!

Hot take: Busy does NOT equal productive. Successful leaders don’t have more hours in the day than the rest of us, but they know how to use their time better. They’ve mastered the art of time management to focus on what truly matters, cutting out distractions and low-value tasks. If you’re looking to get more out of your day, read this Forbes article to learn how successful leaders manage their time differently! https://lnkd.in/ddpXXBEn

Stumped on whether or not to take on something yourself or rely on the expertise of a pro? The right answer is not always cut and dry but ultimately, the right option for you comes down to priorities. Need help leveling up on LinkedIn? We've got options to DIY or choose The Profile Transformer™ and we'll do the work for you!

Feeling ignored? If you’re hitting a wall with your outreach, Lindsey's nurture approach might just be the thing to break the silence. Check out her latest blog post for all of the details! And remember, mixing up your communication approach might be all you need to reach more prospects!

It’s a balance. It's easy for leaders to struggle balancing compassion and accountability to those they manage. In an effort to find the harmony, the NeuroLeadership Institute shares with the Harvard Business Review their discovery of the cognitive habits behind accountability, helping leaders balance compassion with performance and integrate employee well-being with business objectives. Click to read more! https://lnkd.in/dKtrFpUf