This presentation talks you through the groups and people on LinkedIn we have a professional crush on - and groups that will help you do everything from network with peers, get expert advice, build a brand online... or even just get to grips with LinkedIn.
Good Stuff Happens in 1:1 Meetings: Why you need them and how to do them well
The very best LinkedIn groups for business
1. The very best of LinkedIn for Business
Who we follow, which groups we love, and why we
think you’ll love them too:
2. CIO FORUM
We love the CIO Forum. Facilitated by CIO.com/CIO magazine, this is where
members of the CIO community can connect and collaborate to move their
business technology initiatives and careers forward, and it’s home to smart
conversation and some of our favourite technology experts.
With over 50,000 members, check this group out for discussions on
BYOD, maintaining IT Talent and more - this isn't just for CIOs.
3. DANIEL GOLEMAN
Dr. Daniel Goleman is an internationally known psychologist and author of the
New York Times bestseller Emotional Intelligence – this book will change the
way you think about the workplace and how you utilise the talents of your
workforce, and it’s something we at Steljes refer to a lot!
Why do we follow Dr. Goleman? Because he provides advice for reducing
stress, avoiding creative dead ends and handling conflict, with posts that are
easy to relate to and learn from regardless of your career or position.
4. LEADERSHIP THINK TANK
Leadership ThinkTank is a Community committed to collaboration – our
favourite word. They have over 100,000 members and topics from leadership
training to better meetings, and an innovative approach to LinkedIn. One of
our favourite things about the group is their checklist for membership… do
you meet their criteria?
5. ON STARTUPS - THE COMMUNITY FOR
ENTREPRENEURS
This fantastic group is aimed at entrepreneurs running start-ups, and boasts
over 300,000 members. At Steljes we know that small businesses are the
backbone of UK business, so sharing tips with this community is really
important to us.
Discuss marketing, sales, financing, operations, hiring and any other startup
or small biz-related topic. With everything from LinkedIn dos and don'ts to
marketing strategies for small businesses, this is a great group to share ideas
with other innovative individuals.
6. LINKED STRATEGIES
We’re relatively new to LinkedIn (don’t judge us!) – if this also applies to
you, then this group is a must. It focuses on creating professional success on
LinkedIn, with 40,000 members that discuss everything from building a brand
online to tips and tricks for social presence. Mastering social media is one big
learning experience – so give us some tips and we’ll share ours!
Becoming a Thought Leader can really boost your business – check this group
out!
7. CFO NETWORK
With nearly 150,000 members, this is the number one group not only for
CFOs but a range of senior executives. Some of the smartest tech experts
hang out here, with discussions covering the role of CFOs but also issues for
all kinds of business – and all levels within them. This is where we get our tech
news!
The current top discussion is "People don't leave companies. They leave
leaders!” – have a look at this conversation!
8. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT GROUP
The Facilities Management Group has more than thirty thousand members.
Its reason to be is to promote the common interests of its members, exchange
thoughts and ideas, continue education, and to improve understanding of the
role of facilities management professionals.
This is business, hands-on. You should also check out @FMCoach’s Women in
FM Group – Liz Kentish is our favourite FMer and her blog is excellent.
9. DAVE KERPEN
Dave Kerpen is the chairman and former CEO of Likeable Media and a NY Times
Best-Selling Author for his two books, Likeable Social Media and Likable Business
– he’s also smart, engaging and incredibly useful for businesses like us.
Kerpen helps leaders and businesses deliver, with posts covering marketing
advice and leadership skills, to what’s he learned about life from his young
daughters. Kerpen is on a constant a quest to improve not only his business but
himself – and we should all be emulating this attitude!
10. LINKEDIN:HR
Linked:HR is the largest professional Human Resources group on LinkedIn with
a huge 800,000 members – and counting. There’s a reason we all go to this
group for our info… it’s got experts, newcomers, HR professionals and other
executives all discussing issues that are key to every project and company.
Covering the issues that every business faces, this is our go-to for every issue
relating to HR!
11. EXECUTIVE SUITE
With more than 250,000 members, the Executive Suite connects you with
insight and people – business leaders, coaches, recruiters and corporate
hiring decision makers – who can help you succeed in different aspects of
your executive life.
The Executive Suite is operated by ExecuNet, the leading private network for
senior-level executives. This is a great networking opportunity, and who
knows? It could lead to your next big business opportunity…
