Social Media for B2B Growth: LinkedIn Strategy for B2B Marketers

How do you take a LinkedIn online community and move this to real life meet ups? Anna McAfee is the creator of #LinkedInLocal. It started innocently as a way for Anna to meet local connections and quickly struck a nerve and blew up globally. Over 2 years the community grew from the initial 4 cities to 1,000+ communities, in 1,000 cities and 100 countries run by LinkedIn users for LinkedIn users. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00 Welcome 00:58 #LinkedInLocal – the backstory 07:31 What makes a successful #LinkedInLocal meetup? 11:40 What are the benefits of building a community? 16:39 What ways do people go about building connection all wrong on LinkedIn? 21:34 Building a virtual village on LinkedIn Connect with Anna McAfee on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamcafee/ ABOUT MICHELLE J RAYMOND Michelle J Raymond is an international LinkedIn B2B Growth Coach. To continue the conversation, connect with Michelle on LinkedIn and let her know you are part of the community of podcast listeners. Connect with Michelle J Raymond on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/ B2B Growth Co offers LinkedIn Training for teams to build personal and business brands and a LinkedIn Profile Recharge service for Founders/CEOs. Book a free intro call to learn more - https://calendly.com/michelle-j-raymond/book-an-intro-call-15mins Social Media for B2B Growth Podcast is a fully accessible podcast. Audio, Video, Transcript and guest details are available on our podcast website - https://socialmediaforb2bgrowthpodcast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond #linkedinlocal #community #b2bgrowth #localmeetups

A Group Program Expert, Kerry Dobson, shares her top tips and frameworks for creating and leading successful coaching programs. From deciding what to include to leading the actual session, Kerry helps coaches overcome the frustrations and overwhelm that comes with creating group programs. Get ready to transform your client's lives and increase the community you impact. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00 Welcome 02:19 When is the time right to consider a group coaching program? 06:02 What should and shouldn’t be included in a group coaching program? 10:16 Launch plan – realistic time frames to put the course together. 16:39 What is the most common mistake you see with new group leaders? 20:44 EASE framework (Engaging, Actionable, Supportive, & Effortless) Connect with Kerry Dobson on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-dobson/ ABOUT MICHELLE J RAYMOND Michelle J Raymond is an international LinkedIn B2B Growth Coach. To continue the conversation, connect with Michelle on LinkedIn and let her know you are part of the community of podcast listeners. Connect with Michelle J Raymond on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/ B2B Growth Co offers LinkedIn Training for teams to build personal and business brands and a LinkedIn Profile Recharge service for Founders/CEOs. Book a free intro call to learn more - https://calendly.com/michelle-j-raymond/book-an-intro-call-15mins Social Media for B2B Growth Podcast is a fully accessible podcast. Audio, Video, Transcript and guest details are available on our podcast website - https://socialmediaforb2bgrowthpodcast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond #groupcoaching #coaching #groups #scalingyourbusiness

Is your B2B LinkedIn content blending into the home feed? Injecting creativity and humour is a great way to build a brand that stands out. Chris Bogue, writer and video coach specialises in sales and sketch comedy. He has built his personal brand by blending them together perfectly to grab your attention and deliver important messages. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00 Welcome 04:46 How do you use video to increase sales? 05:05 Short video for outreach – personalised or generic? 12:44 Does your LinkedIn video fail the 3 second test? 18:44 Tips for getting over feeling awkward on video 22:45 Secret to humour on video – getting organised Connect with Chris Bogue on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-bogue/ ABOUT MICHELLE J RAYMOND Michelle J Raymond is an international LinkedIn B2B Growth Coach. To continue the conversation, connect with Michelle on LinkedIn and let her know you are part of the community of podcast listeners. Connect with Michelle J Raymond on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/ B2B Growth Co offers LinkedIn Training for teams to build personal and business brands and a LinkedIn Profile Recharge service for Founders/CEOs. Book a free intro call to learn more - https://calendly.com/michelle-j-raymond/book-an-intro-call-15mins Social Media for B2B Growth Podcast is a fully accessible podcast. Audio, Video, Transcript and guest details are available on our podcast website - https://socialmediaforb2bgrowthpodcast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond #socialselling #b2bsales #contentmarketing #sales

Bestselling author and futurist Mark Schaefer explains why community is a massively overlooked marketing opportunity for most organizations. He explains how three major trends collide in a way that makes brand communities the future of marketing strategy. Through extensive research, diverse case studies, and expert interviews, Mark provides a compelling and actionable blueprint for the modern brand community. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00 Welcome 00:37 How did Mark get started on LinkedIn? 01:44 Brand Community – why now? 09:06 What are the key differences between community and audience? 15:39 Rethinking brand community strategy – where do brands go wrong? 18:44 How to Measure the ROI of a Brand Community 27:05 Building B2B Brand Communities – are the principles the same for B2B and B2C? Connect with Mark Schaefer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markwschaefer/ ABOUT MICHELLE J RAYMOND Michelle J Raymond is an international LinkedIn B2B Growth Coach. To continue the conversation, connect with Michelle on LinkedIn and let her know you are part of the community of podcast listeners. Connect with Michelle J Raymond on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/ B2B Growth Co offers LinkedIn Training for teams to build personal and business brands and a LinkedIn Profile Recharge service for Founders/CEOs. Book a free intro call to learn more - https://calendly.com/michelle-j-raymond/book-an-intro-call-15mins Social Media for B2B Growth Podcast is a fully accessible podcast. Audio, Video, Transcript and guest details are available on our podcast website - https://socialmediaforb2bgrowthpodcast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond #Brand #B2BGrowth #community #marketing #B2B

As marketing budgets tighten and the competition for opportunities is increasingly fierce you need to create a demand engine for your business. Guest George Coudounaris (The B2B Incubator) shares his company’s framework for using content to create a demand engine. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00 Welcome 02:16 What is demand generation? 05:30 What are the key benefits of demand generation marketing? 08:30 Is demand generation marketing a short- or long-term play? 16:18 How can B2B Marketers build a demand engine? 27:39 Tips for choosing the best format type and platform Connect with George Coudounaris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/b2b-marketing-expert/ ABOUT MICHELLE J RAYMOND Michelle J Raymond is an international LinkedIn B2B Growth Coach. To continue the conversation, connect with Michelle on LinkedIn and let her know you are part of the community of podcast listeners. Connect with Michelle J Raymond on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/ B2B Growth Co offers LinkedIn Training for teams to build personal and business brands and a LinkedIn Profile Recharge service for Founders/CEOs. Book a free intro call to learn more - https://calendly.com/michelle-j-raymond/book-an-intro-call-15mins Social Media for B2B Growth Podcast is a fully accessible podcast. Audio, Video, Transcript and guest details are available on our podcast website - https://socialmediaforb2bgrowthpodcast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond

When it comes to LinkedIn, do you have a secret sauce for your content to stand out? Are you stifling creativity and playing it safe? In an increasingly competitive space for attention, businesses must try new things to get the right attention.  Zineb Layachi - Flow state video expert and GIF Strategist extraordinaire, shares her great tips for getting the most out of the video to capture your ideal client's attention on LinkedIn with powerful content.   The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:02:14 What is a GIF? 00:03:28 Content that gets people pumped to do business with you on LinkedIn 00:05:54 Can businesses use GIFS? Are GIFS for everyone? 00:11:06 The benefits of making your own GIFS 00:13:33 Do's and Don't of GIFS 00:16:25 The power of flow state videos 00:21:00 Videos for customer research 00:25:54 Zineb's actionable tip - don't market in the dark To access Zineb's fantastic" DIY GIF Training with Z" online training - https://www.raisetherunway.co/diy-gif-training Just 15 euros!!! Connect with Zineb on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zineblayachi/ ABOUT MICHELLE J RAYMOND Michelle J Raymond is an international LinkedIn B2B Growth Coach. To continue the conversation, connect with Michelle on LinkedIn and let her know you are part of the community of podcast listeners. Connect with Michelle J Raymond on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/ B2B Growth Co offers LinkedIn Training for teams to build personal and business brands and a LinkedIn Profile Recharge service for Founders/CEOs. Book a free intro call to learn more - https://calendly.com/michelle-j-raymond/book-an-intro-call-15mins Social Media for B2B Growth Podcast is a fully accessible podcast. Audio, Video, Transcript and guest details are available on our podcast website - https://socialmediaforb2bgrowthpodcast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond #gifs #linkedin #contentmarketing #b2bmarketing #outboundsales

The sales process is no longer an exclusive responsibility of the sales team. From the Founder or CEO to every department, each team member plays a part in increasing sales on LinkedIn. Yet the platform is overrun with those that bombard members with untargeted sales messages that leave many members on the defensive.  The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:00 Are salespeople born or made? 00:02:14 Introverts vs Extroverts - who is better at sales? 00:04:25 What is and isn't spamming on LinkedIn regarding sales? 00:08:22 The fear of outbound sales. 00:11:05 Posting content is not social selling. 00:15:15 Outbound sales processes for those starting.  00:22:05 The perils of avoiding outbound sales. 00:26:54 Sales leaders need to give smarter KPIs to modern social sellers. 00:29:47 Outbound vs Inbound sales - where should you focus your time? 00:32:34 Mark's actionable tip for better LinkedIn social selling. Connect with Mark McInnes on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-mcinnes/ ABOUT MICHELLE J RAYMOND Michelle J Raymond is an international LinkedIn B2B Growth Coach. To continue the conversation, connect with Michelle on LinkedIn and let her know you are part of the community of podcast listeners. Connect with Michelle J Raymond on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/ B2B Growth Co offers LinkedIn Training for teams to build personal and business brands and a LinkedIn Profile Recharge service for Founders/CEOs. Book a free intro call to learn more - https://calendly.com/michelle-j-raymond/book-an-intro-call-15mins Social Media for B2B Growth Podcast is a fully accessible podcast. Audio, Video, Transcript and guest details are available on our podcast website - https://socialmediaforb2bgrowthpodcast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond #linkedin #socialselling #b2bgrowth #outboundsales 

How many rookie mistakes were made when this B2B podcast was first set up? Too many. If you are thinking of starting one for your brand, grab a pen and write down the list of things you need to manage before you even press record.  Business podcasts are becoming more popular as brands look to share thoughts and solutions with potential customers. In addition, a podcast is also a great way to build authority and credibility. Host Michelle J Raymond is joined by Neal Veglio (aka The Podmaster), who shares innovative strategies and tactics for growing your B2B business using podcasting. But it's not just about creating great content, it's about getting it in front of the right people. That's why we also dive into LinkedIn's role in promoting your episodes and amplifying your reach. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 Welcome 00:05:34 Why should you consider a business podcast, and what are the advantages for your business? 00:10:58 Planning your B2B podcast for success. Avoid the common pitfalls 00:17:50 Beware of the podcast promotion, charlatans 00:20:22 Key elements for a great podcast 00:28:37 How you can use LinkedIn for marketing your podcast Connect with Neal Veglio on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nealveglio/ ABOUT MICHELLE J RAYMOND Michelle J Raymond is an international LinkedIn B2B Growth Coach. To continue the conversation, connect with Michelle on LinkedIn and let her know you are part of the community of podcast listeners. Connect with Michelle J Raymond on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/ B2B Growth Co offers LinkedIn Training for teams to build personal and business brands and a LinkedIn Profile Recharge service for Founders/CEOs. Book a free intro call to learn more - https://calendly.com/michelle-j-raymond/book-an-intro-call-15mins Social Media for B2B Growth Podcast is a fully accessible podcast. Audio, Video, Transcript and guest details are available on our podcast website - https://socialmediaforb2bgrowthpodcast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond

Do you want the LinkedIn B2B Growth Formula? There are 900M LinkedIn Members, and 69M LinkedIn Company Pages. How does your B2B business stand out in a crowded marketplace to win more business? Follow these five steps to get your business laser focused and ready to make the most of opportunities.  The key moments in this episode are: 00:00 Welcome 04:44 Customer Research - Where to Start? 09:24 Differentiation - the key to success 13:13 The importance of messaging 13:38 Positioning 20:41 The power of stories for brands 27:37 B2B Brands that building community Connect with Nemanja Zivkovic on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zivkovicnemanja/ ABOUT MICHELLE J RAYMOND Michelle J Raymond is an international LinkedIn B2B Growth Coach. To continue the conversation, connect with Michelle on LinkedIn and let her know you are part of the community of podcast listeners. Connect with Michelle J Raymond on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/ B2B Growth Co offers LinkedIn Training for teams to build personal and business brands and a LinkedIn Profile Recharge service for Founders/CEOs. Book a free intro call to learn more - https://calendly.com/michelle-j-raymond/book-an-intro-call-15mins Social Media for B2B Growth Podcast is a fully accessible podcast. Audio, Video, Transcript and guest details are available on our podcast website - https://socialmediaforb2bgrowthpodcast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond #linkedin #b2bmarketing #linkedinforbusiness

When you hear the word automation on LinkedIn, it can have negative connotations as we envisage bots and automated spam messaging. Expert guest Irit Levi says that to grow your B2B business, your focus should always be on your customer’s experience. Workflow automation allows your team to have the maximum time in their zone of genius. Freeing employees from tedious tasks that are not adding value. Many helpful workflow automations can assist B2B marketers and digital agencies on LinkedIn and off. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00 Welcome 02:15 What is workflow automation? 05:49 What should and shouldn’t be automated on LinkedIn? 09:12 Automations for LinkedIn Content Creation, Content Management, and B2B Marketing. 21:57 Workflow automation to manage client relationships off LinkedIn. 27:16 Can you afford not to automate workflow systems? Connect with Irit Levi on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/irit-levi/ ABOUT MICHELLE J RAYMOND Michelle J Raymond is an international LinkedIn B2B Growth Coach. To continue the conversation, connect with Michelle on LinkedIn and let her know you are part of the community of podcast listeners. Connect with Michelle J Raymond on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejraymond/ B2B Growth Co offers LinkedIn Training for teams to build personal and business brands and a LinkedIn Profile Recharge service for Founders/CEOs. Book a free intro call to learn more - https://calendly.com/michelle-j-raymond/book-an-intro-call-15mins Social Media for B2B Growth Podcast is a fully accessible podcast. Audio, Video, Transcript and guest details are available on our podcast website - https://socialmediaforb2bgrowthpodcast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleJRaymond #linkedin #B2BGrowth #WorkflowAutomations