Standing Out with Systemized Actions for Building Momentum & Brand with Jordan Mendoza Mastering LinkedIn: Optimize Your Profile and Build Relationships - Ted Pheaton The Modern Man Podcast The Modern Man Podcast

In this episode of the Modern Man Podcast, Ted Phaeton interviews Jordan Mendoza the Founder & CEO of Blaze Your Own Trail Consulting, LLC. They discuss Jordan’s journey to becoming an international businessman and the power of storytelling on LinkedIn. Jordan shares tips on optimizing your LinkedIn profile, including creating a compelling banner image, updating your profile photo, crafting a strong headline, and writing an engaging summary. He also emphasizes the importance of consistency in posting content and engaging with others on the platform. Additionally, Jordan provides insights on effectively using direct messages (DMs) to build relationships and nurture connections on LinkedIn. Jordan Mendoza shares valuable insights on building relationships and personal branding on LinkedIn in this conversation. He emphasizes the importance of treating online interactions as human connections and acting authentically. Jordan also discusses the process of systemizing actions to build momentum and brand. He provides tips on time blocking and setting daily minimums for revenue-generating activities. Additionally, Jordan shares his experiences with international business and highlights the significance of character and empathy in building relationships. He concludes by offering a special discount on his LinkedIn coaching program for listeners.

Takeaways

Optimize your LinkedIn profile by creating a compelling banner image, updating your profile photo, crafting a strong headline, and writing an engaging summary.
Consistency is key on LinkedIn. Show up daily and post content on a Monday through Friday cadence to stay at the top of your mind.
Use direct messages (DMs) to build relationships and nurture connections on LinkedIn. Personalize your connection requests and follow up with a thank you message, offering assistance and providing value.
Mix up the medium in your DMs by sending voice notes or videos to grab people’s attention and stand out.
Tell your story and be vulnerable on LinkedIn. Sharing personal experiences and hardships can help you connect with others more deeply.
Maximize the potential of your LinkedIn profile by optimizing your skills, licenses, certifications, and experience sections with keywords and rich descriptions. Treat online interactions as human connections and act authentically.
Systemize actions to build momentum and brand.
Time block and set daily minimums for revenue-generating activities.
Character and empathy are crucial in building relationships.
International business requires longer courting processes and investing in relationships.
Partner with people who have complementary strengths and weaknesses.