Methodology: Every two weeks we collect most relevant posts on LinkedIn for selected topics and create an overall summary only based on these posts. If you´re interested in the single posts behind, you can find them here: https://linktr.ee/thomasallgeyer. Have a great read!
Sales Strategies & Best Practices
Emphasis on shifting from sales-centric pitches to problem-oriented conversations, encouraging prospects to assess the cost of inaction themselves for stronger engagement outcomes
Broad consensus that LinkedIn is most effective when leveraged for authentic relationship-building rather than high-volume content or cold outreach
Rising focus on integrating AI into sales workflows as a supportive tool to boost efficiency without eroding trust and personal connection
Calls for sales leaders to lead by example in outbound prospecting and to align sales processes with buyer psychology rather than internal activity metrics
Advocacy for structured social selling programs that combine thought leadership, disciplined outreach, and metrics to assess maturity and impact
Product Launches & Innovations
Launch of the Sales Qualification Agent for Dynamics 365 Sales, an AI-driven tool designed to enhance lead quality and improve sales efficiency
Positioning of AI tools as complementary to human judgment, reinforcing the need for balance between automation and genuine client engagement
Employee Advocacy & Brand Amplification
Growing evidence that employee advocacy drives more trust and engagement than corporate messaging alone, supported by new studies and practitioner experiences
Recommendations for building advocacy programs around authentic, relevant content including leadership updates, market insights, and curated industry news
Warnings that lack of leadership support undermines advocacy efforts, highlighting the need for buy-in through clear demonstration of benefits to both brand and individual employees
LinkedIn Platform Trends & Algorithm Insights
Increased interest in data-driven approaches to optimize post reach, with the Algorithm Insights Report 2025 shaping posting frequency and content type strategies
Observations that over-reliance on AI-generated content is diminishing authenticity, prompting calls for more human-centered storytelling
Emergence of new engagement rules such as stricter connection criteria and refined lead writing practices
Community Building & Thought Leadership
Continued emphasis on executive presence and civil discourse as drivers for brand reputation and trust
Development of LinkedIn cohorts and niche communities to strengthen relationship pipelines and generate recurring revenue opportunities
Events and workshops targeting professionals seeking to improve lead generation through personalized, consistent platform engagement
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