CYFD #012: How I grow and nurture relationships one at a time
Tips on how to grow as a software developer
Hey friends, this is Edo from Code Your Future! 👋
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I’m back with the 12th edition of Code Your Future Digest! 🏴☠️
Social networks are growing like never before! We're in the attention trading era, where capitalism is supposedly dead and no one has informed it!
The creator economy is bubbling, and it has never been so important to grow and learn how to brand yourself as it is now! 🏴☠️
It turns out that to brand yourself, you need an audience!
There are lots of tips and tricks on how to do it on LinkedIn! From old wizards to early kitten magicians! 😅
Do you want to know the truth?
There are no secret recipes! 🥘
The only way to grow on social networks is to create relationships, one at a time! 🤗
Okay, you say! And how do I do it? 🤔
It’s simple! Here are 10 suggestions to set you up for a perfect social interaction experience! 💥
Personalize your profile: A well-organized and complete LinkedIn profile attracts people. Make sure to include a professional photo and a compelling summary.
Be active: Regularly post relevant content, comment on others’ posts, and engage in discussions in your industry. This will make you more visible and approachable.
Connect with the right people: Don't just add people randomly. Make sure you're connecting with people who are in your industry or who have similar interests.
Personalize your connection requests: When you send a connection request, add a personal note explaining why you want to connect. This increases the chance of your request being accepted.
Join LinkedIn groups: Participating in LinkedIn groups related to your industry or interests is a great way to meet new people.
Provide value: Share your knowledge, insights, and experiences. This can help you establish credibility and build trust with your connections.
Ask for introductions: If there's someone you want to connect with but don't know personally, ask one of your existing connections for an introduction.
Follow up: After you’ve connected with someone, send a thank you message or comment on one of their posts to get the conversation started.
Keep your connections updated: Regularly share updates about your work and accomplishments. This gives people an easy way to start a conversation with you.
Be genuine: Authenticity is key in building relationships. Be yourself, be honest, and show interest in others.
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Edo