#seattleskyline

Do you use LinkedIn? On a recent walk at Alki Beach  I was thinking about why I use it.

My account was dormant for several years  & I brought it back to life when the #BloggingonInstagram Indiegogo campaign launched.  I didn’t realize how robust LinkedIn had become, ️ & since my book was published, I’ve been trying to post & check in more often. ✅

When I log in, I feel overwhelmed & anxious.  There are so many updates & posts by people that I should be seeing, ️ liking ♥️ & engaging with.  Do I worry about comments & likes on my posts?  No. Yet, just as is the case here, reciprocity & engagement are keys to making it successful & I feel I should do more.  Nearly every time I’m on LinkedIn, I feel an overwhelming urge to leave as soon as possible. ‍♀️ If you use it, I’m wondering if this happens to you, too?

@Tim_Hughes1 @Rodjonesartist @dcasha ⚡ & others have tagged me in posts that have included a bunch of important people.  I’ve felt honored & flattered & haven’t always been sure what to do. ‍♀️ In some cases I’ve shared the post, but I didn’t jump in & start chatting with new faces. ️ I know that’s how conversations start here, or on Twitter.  Why not there?

When I first joined LinkedIn, it was exclusive and invitation only & its users were expected to add only known connections. ☑️ It was like a system of verification.  It’s now very similar to other social networks where the number of followers or connections is an important metric  & strangers frequently reach out to connect. 

This week a close friend told me he deleted his LinkedIn account  & found it quite satisfying!

If you’re on LinkedIn, what is the greatest benefit to you?  If you’re not on LinkedIn, are you interested in joining? ‍♂️ Why or why not?
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PHOTOS: Recent #Alki photos & a #Spitzenberg #applepie baked last night (@tpagosseattle).  It’s not my best-looking pie, but better crust this time, @rsimonson.sea!
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#alkibeach #westseattle #stormyskies #sunsetpic #seattleskyline #linkedin #linkedinmarketing #linkedinlife
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. (at Alki Beach Park)
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