AUGUST 2021 NEWSLETTER
Hello Friends,

Our TENTH ANNIVERSARY continues with more exciting news: Our monthly webinars will now include an ASL Interpreter, Beth Wagmeister of WAG Workplace Accessibility Group. See this month's Spotlight for more details.

Add value to all you do on LinkedIn.
Understand the LinkedIn User Agreement especially Section 8!
Give to receive... it's an admirable mindset that is good for all.
Under each challenge is an opportunity - sometimes it's not obvious.
Stay with what you know (and love,) and become an expert at it.
Try facing a risk now and then... you'll become stronger because of it.

There is so much going on this month: vacations are coming to a close, schools will be back in session (one way or another,) employers and employees have choices to make, and we're all in this together. Become educated on all issues and make a sound decision that makes you feel good. And embrace the idea that not everyone will agree with you. Embrace differences - we are human.

LinkedIn Tips - never a shortage of new things to try or be aware of since last month! Check it out... And you'll see that the Follow Debbie section is notably lean this month. I am taking time to breathe!
Thank you again for your ongoing, amazing support. We love helping you!

With much gratitude ~

Debbie

Debbie Wemyss (weemz)
Founder, DW Consulting Solutions LLC
O +1 561-444-2265 M +1 561-719-1984

August LinkedIn Tips
TIP 1
LinkedIn Data Backup - Did you know you can download an Excel file of your 1st level Connections? It's not Nirvana, as LinkedIn stopped including the account emails as too much spamming resulted. It is still useful and we recommend it monthly. HOW: Tap Me on the Navigation bar > choose Settings & Privacy > tap Get a Copy of Your Data > choose Want Something in Particular > choose Connections > Request Archive > Enter your Password. This is one of the few things that LinkedIn does quickly: You will have an email with a link to the file within 10 minutes.

TIP 2
Do you miss the days of LinkedIn Notes?! I do... we were able to make a note for each Connection, right within their profile. Well, try this as a hack: Personalize every invitation, as always, but mention the occasion at which you met in the invitation and it will forever be saved under Messaging once the member accepts your invitation.

TIP 3
Do you celebrate your wins? We think it's important to do that - whether a 'big win' or a small one. Stop and give yourself credit for a job well done! Do something fun, different, or even outside your comfort zone. The recognition is deserving and can help to recharge you for the next challenge! Onward...

FOLLOW DEBBIE



IN THE SPOTLIGHT!

Beth Wagmeister is helping us to become more inclusive, starting with our next free webinar on Aug. 25th. Beth has spent a lifetime as an advocate for the Deaf and the hard of hearing, teaching American Sign Language (ASL) early in her career and becoming a Sign Language Interpreter. She is now an ADA advocate, collaborating with businesses to create accessible environments by eliminating barriers and ensuring that all people have access to products, services, and the opportunity to engage in social events. Connect with Beth on LinkedIn and join us for our webinar on 8/25 - see Follow Debbie for the registration link. Please join me in welcoming Beth as our newest collaborator!




IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT





We are fortunate to have offered all DWCS LinkedIn Coaching Solutions virtually around the globe! Now, we have begun to safely return to in-person coaching as well. With outstanding solutions to ensure you have the best possible presence on the world's largest professional network, why not contact us for more information? Our proprietary Action Plan will have you on and off LinkedIn within minutes, enabling you to incorporate this powerful branding and marketing tool into your daily schedule.

LinkedIn now has over 766+ million members, and they continue to add more than 2 new members per second! Let us share proven best practices with you, your sales team, and your executive staff. Contact us now for details about these options:

  1. LinkedIn Speaker (English, Spanish, Portuguese)
  2. LinkedIn Lunch & Learns
  3. LinkedIn Virtual Workshops
  4. One-to-One Coaching
  5. Corporate Coaching
  6. NEW! Monthly/Quarterly Accountability Options
  7. NEW! LinkedIn Profile Translations: Spanish or Portuguese

We focus on your focus! LinkedIn is a powerful tool once you know what to do with it. Our training will benefit both you and your brand. Call +1 561-444-2265 or email or visit our website for more information Our clients get results! View over 100 LinkedIn Recommendations

*See below for our special Veterans discount and a super offer for Vets from LinkedIn.


WE ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE

In recognition of the service and sacrifice made by our Veterans, DW Consulting Solutions offers a 10% discount on all LinkedIn Coaching Services to Veterans. Please contact us to learn how we may best serve you. Did you know that LinkedIn will give Veterans a free 1-year Premium Careers Membership? (valued at almost $600) Details here! LinkedIn is a powerful tool for job acquisition or transition - let us help you to learn best practices to use the site more effectively! We want to thank all Veterans, past and present, for all you do and continue to do for our country.