LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is more than just a platform for connecting with colleagues and searching for jobs. It offers a range of features that, when used effectively, can enhance your LinkedIn experience and grow your network. Let’s dive into 3 features I am certain you didn’t know you could leverage on LinkedIn

1. Hiding Your Connections List

Did you know that you can prevent your LinkedIn connections from viewing your entire connections list? Here's how:

• Go to 'Settings and Privacy.'

• Select 'Visibility.'

• Click on 'Connections.'

But when would you want to use this feature? Let's delve into a few scenarios:

Privacy Concerns: If you're in a sensitive or high-profile role, you might not want others to see who you're connected with. For example, HR professionals, recruiters, or executives may choose to keep their connections private to prevent competitors from seeing their network.

Selective Networking: If your networking strategy involves connecting with a specific industry or role, hiding your list can help you maintain a more targeted network.

Job Titles That Might Use This Feature:

• Recruiters

• HR Managers

• Executives

• Business Owners

• Freelancers

On the other hand, if you're actively looking to expand your network or showcase your diverse connections, keeping this feature turned off can be beneficial.

2. Get maximum engagement with polls

Polls are a post type that some use religiously, and many don’t know exist. Polls work great o any social media channel, and it’s not different on LinkedIn. Here’s a strategic way to use polls to get maximum engagement. Keep reading or watch the video.

Don’t put your poll question directly in the poll.

Instead, ask something general like, “What do you think?” or “Which one is better?” within the poll question field.

Pop your actual poll question in the caption.

Why? It gets people to read your caption for context before voting.

How many times have you mindlessly clicked on a poll without giving it a second thought? LinkedIn’s robust caption feature is your best friend here.

By placing the question in the caption, you’re nudging people to click to read more. This not only engages them with the context of your question but also encourages them to vote or comment if their preferred option isn’t listed. Sneaky, yet effective.

Harnessing the Value of 'Save Post' on LinkedIn

While LinkedIn is often associated with networking and job searching, it's also a treasure trove of knowledge and insights shared by professionals across various industries. One of the platform's valuable but sometimes overlooked features is the ability to save posts.

LinkedIn doesn’t make it easy to save posts, which really grinds my gears! If LInkedIn is about growing a network and giving opportunities for professional development, why not make it easy to save posts?!

How to Use the 'Save Post' Feature

• Find a post you find insightful or useful.

• Click on the '...’ (more options) at the top right corner of the post.

• Select 'Save.'

Why Saving Posts Matters

Saving a post on LinkedIn is more than just bookmarking content; it's a recognition of the value that particular insight brings to your professional life. Here’s why it’s a significant action:

For Future Reference: Whether it's an innovative idea, a solution to a common industry problem, or an inspiring story, saving a post allows you to easily revisit it. This is particularly useful for posts that are educational or provide actionable advice.

Knowledge Sharing: When you save a post, you acknowledge the post's value. This can be a form of indirect feedback to the content creator, encouraging them to continue sharing valuable insights.

Organising Your Resources: LinkedIn becomes a personal knowledge base, where you can curate content aligned with your professional interests and goals.

Scenarios to Use 'Save Post':

• When you come across industry-specific tips or strategies.

• Finding motivational or inspiring content.

• Discovering posts with data or research relevant to your field.

• Saving job-related advice or career development tips.

For Whom is This Feature Especially Useful?

• Professionals in fast-evolving industries needing to stay updated.

• Job seekers looking for advice and tips.

• Content creators and marketers seeking inspiration.

• Students and recent graduates learning about industry trends.

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