Social media expert or wannabe? ... or how to spot a fake social media expert.Let me start this piece by saying that I am not a social media “expert”. I use social media for marketing and promoting my business, but It is not a service that I routinely do for people. What frustrates me is people that claim to be experts in helping businesses in social media, but are blatantly not.The more you look around, the more people there are that proport to be “experts” in this area. Why are there … [Read more...] about Social media expert or wannabe?
15 reasons I will unfollow you on twitter
Reasons I will unfollow you on twitter Following a post on connecting or more accurately not connecting on LinkedIn a few weeks ago, this prompted me to write a short series on other social networking tools.Please read this in the context of how and why I use Twitter. My/ our context for Twitter For me and the RapidBI team, Twitter is both a marketing and engagement tool. I (RapidBI) use twitter to reach potential customers or website users. My interest in you is as much about what you … [Read more...] about 15 reasons I will unfollow you on twitter
10 reasons I won’t connect to you on LinkedIn
10 reasons why I won't connect to you on LinkedIn Connect to you on LinkedIn - well that depends...LinkedIn has become THE connection and networking tool. It easily allows members (for free) to connect with people they know, share ideas, thoughts and of course look for new employment opportunities.The principle is simple, if you know someone then invite them to connect… it's as simple as that. Or is it? Do people connect to you on LinkedIn, why?When I first joined LinkedIn I would … [Read more...] about 10 reasons I won’t connect to you on LinkedIn
LinkedIn for Academics
LinkedIn has been embraced by the world of business, but less so by many academics in the same way.This video sets out to show those in academic how and why LinkedIn is relevant for the world of academia too.Video contents - - Hi everyone, my name's Mike Morrison.Today I want to talk about LinkedIn for academia.Why should academics use LinkedIn? Is it relevant?Well over the last few weeks and months I've been introduced to more and more academics. And one of the things I've … [Read more...] about LinkedIn for Academics
What is LinkedIn? How does LinkedIn work?
What is LinkedIn? Is LinkedIn a social network? Is LinkedIn a professional network? Is it a database, if so of what?Why should this matter? If you are a professional or a freelancer in the b2b space, then LinkedIn can be beneficial to you. Still, fewer than 20% of LinkedIn users harness the platform for personal benefit in an effective way.In this video, Mike explores what LinkedIn is, and it might not be as apparent as you thing. When you understand what LinkedIn is, it will change the … [Read more...] about What is LinkedIn? How does LinkedIn work?
How to raise your LinkedIn profile (Get Seen on LinkedIn) – stand above other users #HRBlog
How to get seen on LinkedIn. Having a LinkedIn profile is one thing. Leveraging it and have it work for you is quite another.Over the years I have used LinkedIn a lot, and would like to share with you some simple things you can do to to make LinkedIn work for you in a proactive way.I would love to hear your views on this. Links to the LinkedIn Group - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8447484/ Script for the Get Seen on LinkedIn Video: In this video I want share some … [Read more...] about How to raise your LinkedIn profile (Get Seen on LinkedIn) – stand above other users #HRBlog
Ditch the Business cards and use the LinkedIn app when networking
Yes you read it right. You can now leave your business cards behind and use the LinkedIn app on your phone.Many Business cards just get thrown away, so why not save a few trees and not generate some CO2 by not having business cards in the first place?LinkedIn have made it really easy to share details with other people using their app. In this short video I will show you how to connect with other people, face to face in the real world!The LinkedIn app now has 2 great features, an … [Read more...] about Ditch the Business cards and use the LinkedIn app when networking
How to customise your LinkedIn URL
How to customise your LinkedIn URLSo you have a LinkedIn profile like millions of others. But do you remember the URL?Chances are no. LinkedIn as default creates your URL with your name and a bunch of what look like random characters after it. But it is easy to change to something more personal and memorable.In this short video I will show you how to change this on the LinkedIn app … [Read more...] about How to customise your LinkedIn URL
Do collaborations tools help or hinder? An Open Letter To Microsoft & LinkedIn
Microsoft and LinkedIn have the power to change the way we do business and collaborate - but have they blown it?Over the years I have used many collaborative tools. I was also part of an external team of people supporting IBM Social Business platform Connections. Now that product although used extensively internally has never really made it into the mainstream. Its a shame, but it was very well integrated. Integration with other software is critical for long term adoption and … [Read more...] about Do collaborations tools help or hinder? An Open Letter To Microsoft & LinkedIn
The Insanity of looking at the “wrong” LinkedIn metrics on articles
Looking at the wrong LinkedIn metrics? Are you guilty of looking and focusing on inefficient LinkedIn metrics? There are some an old sayings, Just because you can measure something,does not mean you should. And What gets measured gets done. Looking at the wrong LinkedIn metrics? Why do we focus on some metrics and not others? Dowe look at the right or wrong LinkedIn metrics?I was at a networking event recently and the talk was about LinkedIn Posts/ articles and … [Read more...] about The Insanity of looking at the “wrong” LinkedIn metrics on articles
Why we need to explore all options BEFORE going to social media #hrblog
Social media is great, but some people need to learn to use it to complain as the last resort, not a first resort. This was brought home to me very personally in the last few days. Without knowing it, an individual went on social media and in essence attacked me. An unprovoked attack with no warning. I am not even sure the individual realised what they were doing. I suspect they thought they were attacking a large, faceless organisation. They weren't.How it started A recent comment about … [Read more...] about Why we need to explore all options BEFORE going to social media #hrblog
Top Trend Survey – Top tools for learning in HR
As we get more and more connected, the tools we use for learning and finding learning are increasingly online and on mobile. I have recently completed an online CPD session focused on trends in learning. As well as hearing the views of top people in the industry, participants were invited to list their own top learning tools.Background to the Top Trend Survey module The session featured a video interview with Jane Hart from the Centre for Learning & Performance Technologies. Since … [Read more...] about Top Trend Survey – Top tools for learning in HR
Microsoft could eat LinkedIn for breakfast – but will it spit it out again? #HRBLOG
Microsoft & Linkedin - Heaven or nightmare? Is this disruptive change from the big behemoths? Over the last few days, there has been increased talk about the decision for Microsoft to bid for LinkedIn. What could a blend of Microsoft & LinkedIn really achieve? Background to the media comments on Microsoft & LinkedIn Microsoft have been quoted as overpaying for the purchase of LinkedIn (again)That LinkedIn is past its sell-by-date and on the declineThat Microsoft has a … [Read more...] about Microsoft could eat LinkedIn for breakfast – but will it spit it out again? #HRBLOG
Has Microsoft just killed the HR software & CRM market? #LinkedIn #HRSS16 #RECEX16 #HRBLOG
Microsoft to acquire Linkedin. If you have not already read the news, yesterday Microsoft announced that it was on track to buy LinkedIn later this year. This is causing some upsets in many corners. Why would a Business software & services supplier (Microsoft) buy what most people think as a CV warehouse? Why over pay? If you look at the figured it is clear that Microsoft are paying over the odds per user. In addition is this a copy of many other bad tech purchases over the years or is this … [Read more...] about Has Microsoft just killed the HR software & CRM market? #LinkedIn #HRSS16 #RECEX16 #HRBLOG
A Comprehensive Guide to Common LinkedIn Profile-Building Questions #HRBlog
Many of us have a LinkedIn profile, and there are many common LinkedIn profile-building questions that this article seeks to address. First off, when did you last update your profile? When did you add that MOOC course? - is your profile up to date or stagnant?Networking is the primary way to go about looking for a new job. Spread your net far enough, and you will eventually catch something. LinkedIn is the premiere job networking social media site. It enables users to form “connections” with … [Read more...] about A Comprehensive Guide to Common LinkedIn Profile-Building Questions #HRBlog
LinkedIn it’s not just for job search #HRBlog
LinkedIn is more than just a job search and CV hosting tool. Being or getting active on linkedin raises your profile. The problem that many users create for themselves is only being active when looking for work or a new role. LI gives us tools to raise our profile too.Effective use of LinkedIn requires ongoing balance. When in a stable (employed) role, we often use LinkedIn for connecting, learning and sharing. When needing or seeking new opportunities we can use it to raise our profile even … [Read more...] about LinkedIn it’s not just for job search #HRBlog
Can you trust a LinkedIn profile? Will recruiters trust yours?
For many of us our LinkedIn profile is our CV or resume. Can you trust a LinkedIn profile? We need people to trust what we have on the screen. It's our sales page. Unfortunately some people seem to treat it as a game of the worst kind. Our Skills One of the features that LinkedIn have introduced is skills endorsements. These can only be given by first connections. That is people that 'know us'. They are supposed to be endorsements that we can do certain things or that we know about certain … [Read more...] about Can you trust a LinkedIn profile? Will recruiters trust yours?
Purpose of LinkedIn – Ninja tips to raise your profile increasing prospects #hrblog
What is the purpose of LinkedIn? Many will say that LinkedIn doesn't work. They do not get jobs through it. As a consultant they do not get work through it. They also say that LinkedIn cannot be used for raising your profile to increase job or consulting prospects. Why do they say that? Simple, they have a profile and expect work to come to them. Worse, they have a basic headline only profile that gives NO INFORMATION. Having the profile is much like having a product. Getting it on the shelf in … [Read more...] about Purpose of LinkedIn – Ninja tips to raise your profile increasing prospects #hrblog
Follow the leader – How to raise your LinkedIn Profile #hrblog
Some time ago I published a discussion in a group for people looking for work helping them by showing how to raise your LinkedIn Profile. This has been repeatedly removed by moderators on LI. Why? Because it works!After the initial discussions were deleted, I published a post on the LinkedIn publishing platform Pulse. You can see one of the original posts: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/two-secrets-help-you-linkedin-no-one-tells-li-dont-morrison-fcipd - if you get a post not found message, … [Read more...] about Follow the leader – How to raise your LinkedIn Profile #hrblog
Top tips for you on getting the most out of LinkedIn for Graduates
Are you getting the most out of LinkedIn? Are you a recent graduate or job hunter? New to the world of work? Here are some top tips to help you get the most out of LinkedIn Getting the most out of LinkedIn can be hard and sometimes scary. You do have a profile on Linkedin...right? Are you getting the most out of LinkedIn and your profile there? Job sites LinkedIn like most "job sites" will not work for you, you need to make it work. It's a tool, not a service which will feed you jobs on a … [Read more...] about Top tips for you on getting the most out of LinkedIn for Graduates
