Revolutionize Your LinkedIn Presence: Storytelling, Engagement Strategies, and Personal Branding with Donna Serdula

What if I told you that you could revolutionize your LinkedIn game with just a few simple strategies? Get ready to unlock the full potential of your LinkedIn presence as I sit down with Donna Serdula, founder, and president of Vision Board Media, to explore the power of storytelling and how to make the most of this professional platform.

Donna shares her personal story and insights on the art of public speaking, reminding us that connecting with a small audience can be just as impactful as larger events. We dive into effective posting strategies on LinkedIn, like crafting longer posts to activate the 'See more' link, and engaging your audience by asking questions and responding to comments. You won't want to miss Donna's thoughts on video versus written content and the secret weapon of including a selfie with your posts!

Lastly, we discuss Donna's work with Vision Board Media, where she helps people write their LinkedIn profiles and bring dynamic brand storytelling to life. With a sneak peek at her website, InstantProfile.io, and her own LinkedIn profile, Donna invites you to reach out with any questions and elevate your LinkedIn game. Join us for this enlightening and inspiring conversation that will leave you ready to conquer your LinkedIn world!

NOTABLE QUOTES
[06:26] "Whenever more than one person can hear you, that's public speaking." – Philip 
[06:50] "[LinkedIn] was one of the very few places where a person could go and really control how others perceive them." – Donna
[09:06] "We help people tell their story in a way that attracts the right types of opportunity." – Donna
[11:52] "No matter what platform, what business, any relationship you have, you have to be consistent in some way, shape, or form." – Philip
[15:00] "Make sure that when you post, you post in a manner that it's not all about you. It's about helping people. It's about adding value. It's about educating. It's giving. It's being motivational or inspiring." – Donna
[18:26] "Simply by liking or commenting, you are, in a way, posting. You are expanding your footprint. You're getting seen by more people." – Donna
[20:00] "Have a strong network. Connect, connect, connect!" – Donna
[27:19] "Telling your story—telling about your personality—is really what differentiates you as a small business owner from these large corporations, as well as other small business owners that do the same things that you do." – Philip
[30:24] "Posts where you put a picture of yourself...do well because people want to connect, they want to see you." – Donna
[32:04] "You have value." – Donna

RESOURCES
Donna
Website: https://www.linkedin-makeover.com/ 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todonna/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donnaserdula/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/donnaserdula/ 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/donnaserdula 

Philip
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions

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