Everyone talks about “thought leadership,” and being seen as a thought leader is a common goal for our clients. But do you really need to be a thought leader? It may not necessarily be the right strategy for you. Perhaps you are more comfortable being an expert. Or a...

Why do CEOs prioritize being active on LinkedIn? Sure, LinkedIn is undoubtedly the platform for people who want to do business. With 1+ billion members and 67 million companies around the world, LinkedIn has proven itself worthy of the attention of entrepreneurs and...

Are you looking for a board role? Good News: Chances are, a retained executive recruiter is looking for you, too. Over the years, our team has helped hundreds of C-suite executives use LinkedIn to reach their goals faster. And many of those execs desired — and...

Once upon a time, you had The Entrepreneur Dream: start with a unique idea, transform it into a business, grow the organization to success, and . . . sell it for big bucks! Every step was more complicated than you anticipated, but now, you can see the payoff in the...

Navigating the CEO journey is exciting and exhilarating . . . and sometimes exhausting. But you wouldn’t want to be doing anything else, right? From founding a business to exiting with grace, successful CEOs rely on foundational skills that remain crucial across all...

CEOs and social media — it’s a love-hate relationship, right? Most CEOs and senior execs see value in adding social media to their communications mix. But really, does any CEO get up in the morning and think, “I can’t wait to share [fill in the blank] on social!”  No...

Is high school too early to set up a LinkedIn profile? College students know that a presence on LinkedIn will help them find and apply for jobs. But most high school students are years away from a full-time job search. Does it make sense for you, too? Yes, absolutely....

As a SaaS startup founder, you've already taken the monumental leap from concept to company. You've navigated the initial uncertainties, transforming your innovative idea into a tangible business. This journey from envisioning a solution to actually building a...

Have you ever wondered how the titans of the tech world wield their influence on LinkedIn? We peeked behind the curtain to discover the practices and patterns of successful SaaS CEOs on the platform where the buzz is all business. I write a lot about LinkedIn — why it...

Much has been written about the leadership styles of CEOs, and a simple Google search delivers plenty of in-depth research on which ones are most prevalent and most effective, depending on your company and your goals. It’s clear that CEO leadership style plays a...

The best sales leaders I know come with an arsenal of tools, best practices, and trade secrets. LinkedIn has become an essential first step in business development. Used well, LinkedIn serves as your advance team, telling your sales story before people even meet you....

Who should be the best at creating an online presence, personal branding, content, and communication? Marketers, of course! And there’s no better place to demonstrate your capabilities than LinkedIn, where your clients, prospects, employees, and stakeholders will see...