First, LinkedIn is NOT a social network. At a recent workshop on blogging, hosted by VCCF (where I serve on the faculty), I was asked my thoughts on LinkedIn as a social network.
This video includes my answer plus additional ideas on true engagement and why likes are not always likes.
Workshop Video: 2:55 on LinkedIn
Video below or follow this link for some additional tips.
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