Introduction to Networking on LinkedIn
Not everyone on LinkedIn is actively job hunting or growing a business – some are simply networking to build future security. It’s about creating a safety net of connections, ensuring that if you ever need a new opportunity, you’ll have a strong network to tap into. This type of networking isn’t urgent but is incredibly valuable for long-term career stability.
Networking for future security means staying engaged with your connections, maintaining relationships, and continuing to build your professional network even when you don’t have an immediate need.
Basic Action Points (Vitals):
- Optimize your LinkedIn profile to reflect your current role and long-term career goals
- Regularly engage with your network by commenting, liking, and sharing posts
- Build a network of professionals across different industries to create a diverse safety net
- Use relevant keywords to ensure your profile is discoverable when opportunities arise
- Stay visible by posting content or engaging with others, even if you’re not currently looking for new roles
Specific Action Points for Networking for Future Security:
- Attend LinkedIn events or webinars to stay connected with your industry and build new relationships
- Follow up with past colleagues or clients to maintain relationships
- Join industry-specific groups to stay engaged with relevant professionals
- Share updates or insights to keep your network aware of your career progression
- Connect with recruiters and hiring managers even when you’re not actively job hunting
How To Use This LinkedIn Series?
LinkedIn can be a huge a time-suck. It’s so much easier and more rewarding when you know why you’re using LInkedIn. This series starts with Why Are You Really On LinkedIn? and helps you drill down through to your Transactional Reasons and/or the Intanglible Motivators that drive you and your activities.
When you know your Why? LinkedIn becomes much easier because you can just focus on the What To Do, be aware of the What Not To Do., and cut the time-suck.
By understanding why you’re really here, you’ll be able to use LinkedIn more effectively and strategically – whether for immediate outcomes or long-term success.
- → Explore Intangible Motivators for Using LinkedIn
- Networking for Future Security
- Establishing Credibility
- Building Trust and Influence
- Building a Personal Brand
- Creating Collaboration Opportunities
- Thought Leadership
- Gaining Industry Knowledge
- Up-skilling and Learning
- Employee Advocacy
- Philanthropy and Cause Advocacy
- Mentorship & Guidance
