April 2020
Beginner
400 pages
9h 37m
English
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Chapter 14
Following Groups, Companies, and Influencers
IN THIS CHAPTER
Handpicking the groups on your profile
Following the right Influencers and news topics
Showing allegiance to companies and schools
Your LinkedIn activity is reflected on your profile. The LinkedIn Groups you join and the Influencers and news topics you follow all show up at the bottom of your LinkedIn profile. Rather than ignore this area, build up your brand and online persona by following the right groups, Influencers, news topics, companies, and schools to align with your LinkedIn goals.
In this chapter, you learn the importance of joining LinkedIn Groups (and it’s not just for the discussion value) and how to choose the best groups. I also show you how to optimize the Following section by choosing the right Influencers, news topics, companies, and schools to complete the construction of your profile to your desired brand vision.
Understanding the Importance of Groups
The groups you join on LinkedIn are listed toward the bottom of your profile in the Interests section. By clicking See All, and selecting the Groups tab, the group logos appear, showing your reader your online involvement in your industry ...
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