Tara Horstmeyer has three tips for interacting on LinkedIn. Be real. Be relatable. Be relational. As a LinkedIn professional and the owner of Happy Worlds, Tara knows the value in building relationships, and encourages others to stop lurking and create from the heart. In this episode, you’ll hear from Tara about the opportunities for connections on LinkedIn and how to get more out of the platform through authentic conversations.
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(00:00) Introducing Tara Horstmeyer
(02:16) Making a Career Change - Right On Time For Right Now
(05:12) From Lurker to Content Creator on LinkedIn
(08:07) Overcoming Fear of Content Creation
(09:25) Social Media As An Act of Generosity
(15:08) Overcoming Writers Block - Post From the Heart
(18:02) Types of Content to Create Connection - Know, Like, Trust
(21:18) Authenticity - We're All Humans, All The Time
(24:03) Show Up (Don't Show Off) on LinkedIn
(28:00) Your Voice In Support Of Others
(35:26) Good Things Come to Those Who Build Relationships Over The Long Haul
(36:25) What's Next For Tara
(39:01) Being Connected With Your Self - Go With Your Gut
