Bringing people together is something I have always loved. When we look back, the things that bring us joy are often connected by the same thread. Whether through running events and conferences, running a club for people seeking penfriends around the world, or teaching people the art of using LinkedIn to….. it is all about connection. It is what fuels me.
LinkedIn Profile Set Up
Of course, LinkedIn starts with setting up a profile to represent who you are, what you do, where you have been, where you are going and why. I love helping individuals express themselves through their profile to capture their essence in words and media.
LinkedIn Networking
The next piece is using the platform to connect with people they have an interest in. I often get asked who they should connect to. It is important to continually grow your network, but I believe it is about building quality connections rather than going for quantity alone. Consider your ideal clients, employers, partners and collaborators, but also consider those who are influencers of those people. Reaching 2nddegree connections is a powerful way to expand your network and build relationships.
This is the reason I had to become involved in #LinkedInLocal. It ticks all the boxes and allows me to do what I am born to do.
The LinkedInLocalPerth Team
Running events is time and energy consuming, but the reward outweighs the effort, especially when a fabulous team collaborates. The team includes my co-host Jo Harper, who shares my passion for bringing people together, our media partner and co-host Reg Sorrell of Online Videos Perth who captures the essence of our event, our event photographers who capture the moments, and our volunteers who welcome our guests.
Our 4th #LinkedInLinkedLocalPerth was hosted once again by Liberty Flexible Workspaces, who gave us a space, staff to support the event and the first drink. The venue was in the fabulous brand new Burswood workspace.
Event Catering
A good host looks after the guests. We are fortunate to have a wonderful catering partner in Cherry’s Catering, who provided delicious refreshments for our guests once again, served by our volunteers and Liberty staff, as Deb Cunniffe and Kate Fraser couldn’t attend this time.
LinkedIn Content
The other piece of LinkedIn is the content piece. Content can be created, curated and engaged with. Our attendees created their own content, including images and photos, and engaged with other attendees content. The trick with content isn’t about volume, but adding value to your network.
Reg Sorrell shared some great DIY video tips and tricks for attendees to create their own videos. Some guests even shared their video on LinkedIn, and won a delicious door prize donated by Carpe Koko. These chocolates make a beautiful gift, with their stunning packaging, arriving in a gold-encased esky by courier.
Well done Louise Kelly and Audra Oakes
LinkedIn DIY Video Tips
Here are some of the LinkedIn video tips from Reg
- Use the phone camera rather than recording directly via the LinkedIn app
- Use a mic where possible – the sound is important in video.
- Stabilise with a tripod, or selfie-stick
- Natural light is best – use a window
- Consider the background and framing.
For more tips, subscribe to #TheLinkedInCouch
Here is a short video I created while over in Sydney, finally meeting fellow LinkedIn expert and #LinkedInLocalSydney host Jillian Bullock. We took advantage of the environment and background noise.
Charity or Cause
Each event we donate event proceeds to a local cause or charity. Last event we were alerted to a brave challenge being undertaken for a cause, and we had to support it. Paul Miller shared his story about his mission to swim the English Channel whilst raising funds to help a family bring their son home, who was paralyzed after a farm accident.
Photos
#LinkedInLocalPerth was captured by Reg and his team for future promotion, and images were captured by the multi-talented Jim Owens.
Why come to our future #LinkedInLocalPerth events?
“I didn’t know what to expect, except that Jo Saunders is synonymous with quality. What I found was that the event exceeded my high expectations. As Jo Harper said, we often connect on LinkedIn, but not in real life. Well, last night was as real as it gets.
The venue, service and catering, provided by Liberty Flexible Workspaces (thank you Jamie Vine and Paul Miller) , and @Cherry’s Catering & Liquor Perth (thank you Deb Cunniffe), made the evening extra special. Paul Miller held us spellbound by his tale of “man vs wild”, as he swam the English Channel in support of “Miggy & Milsner’s Mighty Swim” charity” – Jim Owens
“Great meet up session organised by Jo Saunders and Jo Harper, meeting with lots of like minded people at the #linkedinlocalperth. Just love these feisty ladies. Might have to try blue hair for a change. Thanks too to Reg Sorrell for the timely tips on video for Linkedin. Had lots of fun with Kelly Simmonds creating our own wee video.” – Elena Lennox
“Enjoyed the evening, listening to the speakers and making new contacts. Really enjoyed Paul ( Liberty Offices) talk about his English Channel swim and the reason behind the decision. Kinda puts life in perspective a bit and makes you realise Life Is Good & short. Looking forward to attending the next event.” – Paul Johnson
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