3 minute read
Transform your LinkedIn networking tree with this free tool
LUKE HAWLEY, Co-founder and Host of B2B Sunshine Coast and LinkedIn Local Sunshine Coast
Hello, I’m Luke Hawley. Today, I want to share how LinkedIn, combined with the B2B Sunshine Coast Chrome extension, can revolutionise your networking efforts. Strategic networking is crucial for sustaining business growth. Now, let’s delve into how you can use this innovative tool to manage and enhance your networking on LinkedIn effectively.
Why Linkedin Matters
LinkedIn is the go-to platform for professional networking. It offers unparalleled opportunities to connect with industry peers, potential clients, and influential leaders. However, managing and turning these connections into meaningful relationships can be challenging. This is where the B2B Sunshine Coast Chrome extension transforms how you network on LinkedIn.
Introducing The B2B SC Chrome Extension
The B2B Sunshine Coast Chrome extension is designed to optimise your LinkedIn networking. It provides a structured approach to managing and expanding your professional network. Here’s how you can leverage this tool to enhance your networking and referral efforts:
1. Easy setup and integration: Getting started with the Chrome extension is straightforward. Download it from the Chrome Web Store, add it to your browser, and link it to your LinkedIn profile. This seamless integration lets you access the tool’s features directly from your LinkedIn account.
2. AI-Powered MatchMe feature: The MatchMe feature uses AI to find the best potential connections within the B2B Sunshine Coast network and beyond. It evaluates first and second-degree connections, rating them on a scale of 1-10 for compatibility with your business. This ensures you focus on high-quality, relevant connections.
Example: If you want to connect with business owners and marketing managers, the MatchMe feature will identify and rate individuals in these roles, helping you prioritise who to connect with.
3. Building trusted connections: The extension allows you to curate a list of trusted connections. These are individuals you feel confident recommending to others. By marking someone as a trusted connection, you can easily refer them when asked for recommendations.
Example: If a colleague asks for a reliable business coach, you can quickly refer a trusted connection from your curated list.
4. Facilitating introductions: One of the standout features is the ability to facilitate introductions. The tool can create a three-way chat on LinkedIn and even announce a new connection. Acting as a connector, this tool helps build your network and strengthen your relationships.
Example: If you know a marketing expert and a business consultant who could benefit from each other’s services, the extension helps you introduce them seamlessly.
5. Detailed insights and personalisation: Gain deeper insights into your connections with the extension’s personality summaries and profile analyses. Use these insights to craft personalised messages and introductions, enhancing your engagement and connection success rate.
Example: Before reaching out to a potential connection, review their personality summary to tailor your introduction message, making it more relevant and engaging.
WHY UPGRADE TO PREMIUM?
While the free version offers robust features, upgrading to the premium version provides additional benefits, such as access to the entire MyMostTrusted network, unlimited searches, and personalised training sessions. Premium members also participate in weekly LinkedIn connection parties and receive one-on-one strategy reviews, ensuring you get the most out of the tool.
