The LinkedIn™ Branding Show
Michelle B Griffin and Michelle J Raymond (#MichelleSquared)
The LinkedIn™ Branding Show empowers entrepreneurs, experts, and businesses on how to use personal and business branding on LinkedIn™ to win dream clients and land industry opportunities outside of the often talked about LinkedIn clichés.
Join your hosts, Michelle B Griffin and Michelle J Raymond, aka #MichelleSquared, for real conversations plus actionable takeaways with a community of powerful and impactful professionals looking to grow with a "good together" approach to personal and business branding. Learn more at MichelleSquared.com and purchase The LinkedIn™ Branding Book on Amazon.com
Join your hosts, Michelle B Griffin and Michelle J Raymond, aka #MichelleSquared, for real conversations plus actionable takeaways with a community of powerful and impactful professionals looking to grow with a "good together" approach to personal and business branding. Learn more at MichelleSquared.com and purchase The LinkedIn™ Branding Book on Amazon.com
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Oct 17, 2024 • 12min
Does the LinkedIn Verification Badge Matter? Pros and Cons for Your Personal and Business Brand
IN THIS EPISODE: We discuss LinkedIn Verification, a newer feature that allows users to confirm specific information about their profile, identity, workplace, or educational institution. Should do for the verification badge for your personal profile and business page? If you haven't yet gone through the process, we will share the how, why, and what point in this week's actionable episode.OUR BOOK: The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions: https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book(Plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)ABOUT US:Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist, speaker and author who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands. As the founder of Standout Women, Michelle teaches female experts and entrepreneurs to position, brand and publicize their brilliance into thought leadership for next-level opportunities, profit and impact.She is a public speaker, podcast guest, and host of Standout Women℠ LIVE show and a top-ranked personalbranding podcast by Feedspot.LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/Website: https://michellebgriffin.comMichelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️ Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert.Through her company, B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn™️ experience to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/ For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymondLINKSLearn how to verify your LinkedIn Company Page here.SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONDo you have a question for us toanswer? We love sharing, supporting, and shouting you out. Simply DM both Michelles and submit your question for a future episode. LINKMichelle's J Raymond's Video Guide to LinkedIn Verification
Oct 10, 2024 • 11min
Does Content Scheduling Help You Win On LinkedIn? Our Candid Confessions on Planning Ahead vs Posting In The Moment
IN THIS EPISODE: Are you on Team Schedule or Team I'll Post When I Can? In this episode, Michelle Squared discusses how and why content scheduling can benefit you and your brand-building effort. Which camp are you in? Please send us a LinkedIn DM and let us know.OUR BOOK: The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions: https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book(Plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)ABOUT US:Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist, speaker and author who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands. As the founder of Standout Women, Michelle teaches female experts and entrepreneurs to position, brand and publicize their brilliance into thought leadership for next-level opportunities, profit and impact.She is a public speaker, podcast guest, and host of Standout Women℠ LIVE show and a top-ranked personalbranding podcast by Feedspot.LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/Website: https://michellebgriffin.comMichelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️ Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert.Through her company, B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn™️ experience to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/ For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymondSUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONDo you have a question for us toanswer? We love sharing, supporting, and shouting you out. Simply DM both Michelles and submit your question for a future episode.
Oct 3, 2024 • 16min
How to Recalculate Your LinkedIn Content Analytics: Our 3 Top Ways To Grow Without The Typical Data Points
IN THIS EPISODE:
Are you feeling down and discouraged about LinkedIn's reach? This can be frustrating, especially if you track (or over track) your LinkedIn analytics and content data.
Good news: Analytics aren't everything, and the typical analysis of them might be steering you in the wrong path. We share our tips on what you should look for, other important metrics, and two top tips to "recalculate" your mindset and motivation to keep going on LinkedIn.
OUR BOOK: The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions: https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(Plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY:
Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn™️ through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together, they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out on LinkedIn™️ with their personal and business branding businesses. Both quickly realized
that the “Power of Two” as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn and sign up as a
member at https://MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US:
Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist, speaker and author who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As the founder of Standout Women, Michelle teaches female experts and entrepreneurs to position, brand and publicize their brilliance into thought leadership for next-level opportunities, profit and impact.
She is a public speaker, podcast guest, and host of Standout Women℠ LIVE show and a top-ranked personal
branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community, The P.Y.O.T.Community
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️ Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert.
Through her company, B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn™️ experience to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/ For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
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TRANSCRIPT
The episode transcript is available to read here.
Sep 26, 2024 • 17min
The Brand Squared Content System: Our Simple and Strategic Approach to Post LinkedIn Content that Boosts Your Personal Brand
IN THIS EPISODE:
What's the best type of content to post on LinkedIn? What format gets the most reach? In this episode, we share our proven steps and systems before you post content on LinkedIn. No more being overwhelmed — (or waiting until everything is perfect) — we detail how to strategically post LinkedIn content that's easy for you and easy to attract the right people.
OUR BOOK: The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions: https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(Plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY:
Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn™️ through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together, they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out on LinkedIn™️ with their personal and business branding businesses. Both quickly realized
that the “Power of Two” as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn and sign up as a
member at https://MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US:
Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist, speaker and author who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As the founder of Standout Women, Michelle teaches female experts and entrepreneurs to position, brand and publicize their brilliance into thought leadership for next-level opportunities, profit and impact.
She is a public speaker, podcast guest, and host of Standout Women℠ LIVE show and a top-ranked personal
branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community, The P.Y.O.T.Community
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️ Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert.
Through her company, B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn™️ experience to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/ For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION
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answer? We love sharing, supporting, and shouting you out. Simply DM both Michelles and submit your question for a future episode.
TRANSCRIPT
The episode transcript is available to read here.
Sep 19, 2024 • 18min
How The Latest AI Tools & Tech Hurt Your Personal and Business Brands on LinkedIn
The hosts tackle the rise of AI tools on LinkedIn and their potential pitfalls for personal branding. They emphasize that while AI can enhance efficiency, the human touch is vital for authentic networking. Concerns about automated comments and their impact on professional reputations are discussed, along with safe AI options for branding. The episode champions building genuine connections and highlights influential creators who successfully integrate AI to add real value, encouraging listeners to engage meaningfully on the platform.
Sep 12, 2024 • 15min
How to Confidently Share Your Achievements on Your LinkedIn Profile (And Not Feel Spammy or Self Promotional)
Are you shy about sharing your professional wins? Learn why it's essential to celebrate your achievements on LinkedIn, turning self-promotion into a celebration. Discover creative storytelling techniques for showcasing milestones and recognizing colleagues. Find out how to build a strong personal brand by confidently sharing your successes and enhancing visibility with engaging visuals. Plus, hear how tracking your accomplishments can cultivate community and gratitude, making LinkedIn a powerful tool for growth.
Sep 5, 2024 • 18min
Why Ignoring These 5 LinkedIn Profile Areas Can Lead to an Outdated and Undervalued Personal Brand Presence
IN THIS EPISODE:
It's a new season change: fall/autumn in the US for Michelle B Griffin and spring for Michelle J Raymond in Australia. That is the perfect time for these five quick and easy profile refreshes. We share the top areas to update and where you'd be surprised by how critical (and often overlooked) they are for keeping you top of your mind in your field.
OUR BOOK: The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions: https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(Plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY:
Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn™️ through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together, they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out on LinkedIn™️ with their personal and business branding businesses. Both quickly realized
that the “Power of Two” as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn and sign up as a
member at https://MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US:
Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist, speaker and author who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As the founder of Standout Women, Michelle teaches female experts and entrepreneurs to position, brand and publicize their brilliance into thought leadership for next-level opportunities, profit and impact.
She is a public speaker, podcast guest, and host of Standout Women℠ LIVE show and a top-ranked personal
branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community, The P.Y.O.T.Community
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️ Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert.
Through her company, B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn™️ experience to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/ For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION
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answer? We love sharing, supporting, and shouting you out. Simply DM both Michelles and submit your question for a future episode.
TRANSCRIPT
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Aug 29, 2024 • 17min
How "Page Advocacy" is the NEW Way for Company Pages to Grow on LinkedIn
IN THIS EPISODE:
Michelle J Raymond introduces her new concept and framework of "page advocacy" for company pages to empower employees and teams to grow on LinkedIn and beyond. It's a new twist and "bring everyone together" approach using The Power of Two to grow the brand, culture and hiring, sales, marketing and more.
OUR BOOK: The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions: https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(Plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY:
Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn™️ through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together, they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out on LinkedIn™️ with their personal and business branding businesses. Both quickly realized
that the “Power of Two” as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn and sign up as a
member at https://MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US:
Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist, speaker and author who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As the founder of Standout Women, Michelle teaches female experts and entrepreneurs to position, brand and publicize their brilliance into thought leadership for next-level opportunities, profit and impact.
She is a public speaker, podcast guest, and host of Standout Women℠ LIVE show and a top-ranked personal
branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community, The P.Y.O.T.Community
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️ Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert.
Through her company, B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn™️ experience to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/ For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
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LINKS
Listen to Michelle J Raymond's Podcast on Page Advocacy
Company Pages Episodes With Examples
TRANSCRIPT
The episode transcript is available to read here.
Aug 22, 2024 • 16min
How to Position and Brand Yourself on LinkedIn: Why "Narrowing Laning" Helps You Become Top of Mind
IN THIS EPISODE:
In this episode we chat about the dangers of commoditization of experts on LinkedIn. With the crowded feeds of thousands like you and the plague of pop-up experts it's critical you're well positioned and branded to be top of mind for those you're here to support. We share examples of those who're doing this top of mind positioning and branding and be "known for that ONE thing you do."
OUR BOOK: The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions: https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(Plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY:
Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn™️ through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together, they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out on LinkedIn™️ with their personal and business branding businesses. Both quickly realized
that the “Power of Two” as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn and sign up as a
member at https://MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US:
Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist, speaker and author who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As the founder of Standout Women, Michelle teaches female experts and entrepreneurs to position, brand and publicize their brilliance into thought leadership for next-level opportunities, profit and impact.
She is a public speaker, podcast guest, and host of Standout Women℠ LIVE show and a top-ranked personal
branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community, The P.Y.O.T.Community
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️ Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert.
Through her company, B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn™️ experience to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/ For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION
Do you have a question for us to
answer? We love sharing, supporting, and shouting you out. Simply DM both Michelles and submit your question for a future episode.
TRANSCRIPT
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Aug 15, 2024 • 14min
Scared to Self-Promote on LinkedIn? Flip Your Fears With These 3 Perspectives + Profile Tweaks
IN THIS EPISODE:
This episode is for you, hidden experts and introverts, or anyone on the sidelines who wants to "put themselves out there" but feels held back. We discuss how to self-promote that's not cringe but contribution and the exact areas on your profile to review and update to keep you top of mind for those you're here to serve. We Flip the Switch On Your Limiting Inner Voice:
OUR BOOK: The LinkedIn Branding Book, The Power of Two: Build Your Personal and Business Brand on LinkedIn for Exponential Growth, is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions: https://mybook.to/The_LinkedIn_Branding_Book
(Plus bonus Brand Squared Workbook, 50-page actionable bonus with your book purchase.)
THE BACKSTORY:
Michelle B. Griffin and Michelle J. Raymond met on LinkedIn™️ through the power of commenting in December 2020. Together, they have supported each other with complimentary yet different strengths to rise up and stand out on LinkedIn™️ with their personal and business branding businesses. Both quickly realized
that the “Power of Two” as #MichelleSquared was a force for good that would propel success more than what was possible on their own. Learn and sign up as a
member at https://MichelleSquared.com
Follow The LinkedIn Branding Community Page for exclusive news, updates, and announcements.
ABOUT US:
Michelle B. Griffin is an international personal branding & PR strategist, speaker and author who has devoted her career to connecting people, growing communities, and building brands.
As the founder of Standout Women, Michelle teaches female experts and entrepreneurs to position, brand and publicize their brilliance into thought leadership for next-level opportunities, profit and impact.
She is a public speaker, podcast guest, and host of Standout Women℠ LIVE show and a top-ranked personal
branding podcast by Feedspot.
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebgriffin/
Website: https://michellebgriffin.com
Join Michelle's free LinkedIn Personal Branding Community, The P.Y.O.T.Community
Michelle J. Raymond is a globally recognized LinkedIn™️ Company Pages and Business Growth Strategist expert.
Through her company, B2B Growth Co, she shares her 15+ years of sales and almost 10 years of B2B social selling on LinkedIn™️ experience to help small business owners stand out and attract opportunities to grow their businesses. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/
Website: https://b2bgrowthco.com/ For more tips, subscribe to Michelle's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond
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LINKS
Lisa McGuire's post on LinkedIn mentioned in the episode.
TRANSCRIPT
The episode transcript is available to read here.
