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{E67} How *not* to connect on LinkedIn

Ah.LinkedIn..the one we love to hate? I’ve been on LinkedIn forever and it seems that some things never change…What am I talking about? I’m pretty open about who I accept on LinkedIn that is until you do one of the things that is my biggest pet peeve.

What is that you ask? The “pitch” email one second after we’ve connected! Why? Why do people insist on doing this? Instead, why not try to actually work on networking?!

Key Takeaways:

  • Instead of just pitching people one second after you’ve connected try to find something in common
  • Ask yourself, would I do this offline? Social media is no different!
How *not* to connect on LinkedIn #socialmedia #petpeeve

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{E47} 3 Secrets To Awesome Online and Offline Networking With Natalie Cutler-Welsh

Natalie Cutler-Welsh of Go To Girl Social Media and Networking joins me today to talk about online networking and how to make the most of it.

We talk about profile pics (and how they should look like the current you and not the 10 years ago you), following up with contacts you meet both online and offline with a contact management system (and not just adding them to your email list) and more!

Key Takeaways:

  • Your profile picture should be a good representation of you.
  • Don’t be afraid to reach out to people for advice/mentoring.
  • Have a goal when you go to networking events: I want to connect and follow up with “x” number of people.
You only have one chance to make a first impression! Make it count @GotoGirlNZ’ #online #networking

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About Natalie Cutler-Welsh

Natalie Cutler-WelshNatalie Cutler-Welsh is the founder of Go To Girl Social Media and Networking where she loves to connect people, help to shine the light on your business and inform and inspire through her blogs, podcast, networking events and coffee groups. You can find her online at Go To Girl Social Media and Networking.