The hot topic in marketing these days is how a company can use social media and social networking to their advantage. If you’re new to the scene, you might be wondering how you can get started without getting in over your head. The answer is LinkedIn.
You probably have your own profile and company page right now and if you don’t, you’re already behind. They’re very easy to set up and if you have any problems, you can contact the LinkedIn staff for assistance. The company profile page describes your company’s offerings and also allows current employees to link to and appear on that page.
Once you have a profile and company page setup, it’s time to move on to the good stuff. There are an endless variety of groups for you to join and become involved with. You can search by keyword to find groups that interest you. Some groups are open to everyone, but others require permission. After you’ve become a member, make sure to stay involved by joining discussions and starting your own.
Why LinkedIn? LinkedIn is the ideal platform for beginners because it is easy to use and it is a professional social networking site, which means it is relevant to every company. How much you get out of it depends on what you put in. Go ahead, give it a try.
