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Camera Confident with Shirlee Engel - Close Clients on LinkedIn without the "ICK" Factor with Adrienne Weimer

Close Clients on LinkedIn without the "ICK" Factor with Adrienne Weimer

01/29/25 • 42 min

Camera Confident with Shirlee Engel

LinkedIn is changing the game for entrepreneurs—but how do you stand out without feeling like you’re shouting into the void? In this episode, we tackle the secrets to using LinkedIn as your #1 platform for authentic connection and sales, without the pushy tactics. Adrienne Weimer, a conscious sales coach and LinkedIn strategist, reveals how to create trust, foster relationships in your DMs, and craft content that actually resonates.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why LinkedIn is a goldmine for women entrepreneurs seeking visibility and connection

• The rising importance of video marketing on LinkedIn in 2025

• How to use conscious selling techniques to foster trust and build a genuine audience

• The power of relationship-focused DMs to create meaningful sales without the ‘ick’ factor

• Why avoiding engagement pods and prioritizing value-driven content is key to sustainable growth

• Tips for leveraging LinkedIn Live to deepen audience engagement and build authority

• How authenticity in branding can set you apart in a competitive market

• Strategies for creating diverse content that speaks to different buyer personas

Adrienne doesn’t just share tips—she brings a new perspective on building sales strategies that feel intentional, fun, and human. If you’ve ever struggled with visibility, confidence on LinkedIn, or creating content that doesn’t feel forced, this episode is your roadmap to success.

Key Takeaways:

• Sales is about relationships, not transactions. Focus on building trust before making an offer.

• Authenticity and authority-based content outshine promotional posts every time.

• Avoid chasing likes and comments; engagement and conversations drive business results.

• Leverage lead magnets and live video to identify and connect with your ideal clients.

• Embrace your authentic voice and focus on serving, not selling.

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LinkedIn is changing the game for entrepreneurs—but how do you stand out without feeling like you’re shouting into the void? In this episode, we tackle the secrets to using LinkedIn as your #1 platform for authentic connection and sales, without the pushy tactics. Adrienne Weimer, a conscious sales coach and LinkedIn strategist, reveals how to create trust, foster relationships in your DMs, and craft content that actually resonates.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why LinkedIn is a goldmine for women entrepreneurs seeking visibility and connection

• The rising importance of video marketing on LinkedIn in 2025

• How to use conscious selling techniques to foster trust and build a genuine audience

• The power of relationship-focused DMs to create meaningful sales without the ‘ick’ factor

• Why avoiding engagement pods and prioritizing value-driven content is key to sustainable growth

• Tips for leveraging LinkedIn Live to deepen audience engagement and build authority

• How authenticity in branding can set you apart in a competitive market

• Strategies for creating diverse content that speaks to different buyer personas

Adrienne doesn’t just share tips—she brings a new perspective on building sales strategies that feel intentional, fun, and human. If you’ve ever struggled with visibility, confidence on LinkedIn, or creating content that doesn’t feel forced, this episode is your roadmap to success.

Key Takeaways:

• Sales is about relationships, not transactions. Focus on building trust before making an offer.

• Authenticity and authority-based content outshine promotional posts every time.

• Avoid chasing likes and comments; engagement and conversations drive business results.

• Leverage lead magnets and live video to identify and connect with your ideal clients.

• Embrace your authentic voice and focus on serving, not selling.

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