“Tell your story to inspire other people to rise up and live their dreams.”
– Lailah Gifty Akita
Finally, the long wait is over. After more than a month of searching for Filipino LinkedIn users who give value on LinkedIn but have yet to be acknowledged, we now have the final list of MIA 70 Rising Personalities On LinkedIn In Philippines In 2020 You Should Follow.
The journey that has led to the final list has been a meaningful one for MIA – from receiving the nominations, to checking each profile and reading their content, to the deliberation process, and to everything else in between.
It has been a great experience to receive nominations, review them – and if only we could add them all as we found them all deserving – and communicate with them. It has been a rigorous process as it is not based on vanity metrics, as we truly want to acknowledge those who share valuable content and put them in, as we would call it, MIA’s spotlight.
To find out more on how MIA’s Rising 70 came about – what inspired it, and what our goal for doing this – you may read the announcement we made in June here.
Here now is the list of MIA 70 Rising Personalities On LinkedIn In Philippines In 2020:
Jan Abdelghany
Algorhythm Founder || Algorhythm Call Center Services
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Showcase your talent, and take your time editing your profile. Every expert was once a beginner!
Sam Adea
Freelancer || Akolade Pty Ltd & Olivia Technology Group, Inc
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
For those who are just starting with Linkedin, start with optimizing profiles so people can stumble upon your profile when searching for people in your industry. Next is to start building relationships with people within your industry. Do not just add them, always add a note when connecting with them, engage with their posts, and never spam them. LinkedIn is a two way platform, if you get opportunities from LinkedIn – a new job or client, pay it back by sharing learnings that can help newbies and your network.
Sheila Advincula
Influencer Marketer and PR Professional || Shopee PH
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, About my industry, Personal branding, Career development.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Learn from your network and share your thoughts. LinkedIn is a platform wherein you can educate yourself and others about your industry and career in general. Everyone has something to say, so it’s important that you take value from every post and provide value in return by posting as well.
Pido Aguilar
Inspirational speaker, Global HR Award and Creativity Yoda || ABUNDANCE
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, ABUNDANCE Attitude.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Come as you are. Give what you can. Receive what you can. Let’s grow together. Abundance!
Lyra Joy Almoite
Online Business Manager and Founder of The Homebased Worker || The Homebased Worker
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Learn to be comfortable connecting with other people and putting your face, contact information, and what you do out there. LinkedIn is one of the best platforms to showcase your expertise, so do it and take advantage of it! Lastly, be very conscious about keywords — think if the words you use is something your target market is using when they’re looking for your services.
Apollo Angco
Old-School “UNFLUENCER” and Consummate Manufacturer of Modern-Day Leaders
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
You have unknowingly been building your Personal Brand since Day 1. Have faith in the brand that you built. You put a lot of time into it and no one does your brand better than you. Keep striving to elevate your brand and then share it with the world.
Angelique Angeles – Strauss
Chief Growth Officer at AScaleX || AScaleX
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Authenticity is key. Don’t be afraid to share relevant stories in LinkedIn, comment, and interact with users and you’ll be surprised by the engagement. There are so many opportunities in LinkedIn not just for finding a job but also to socialize, building your own brand and also adding value to your industry.
Erika Aquino
Advocate of STEAM Education, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, and Tech
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, About my industry.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
When doing a cold connection, always have a written letter.
Badette Araullo
Empowering leaders with key habits, structure & strategies to sustainably and effectively get their message across
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, Power Habits, and Positive Mindset.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Community of LinkedIn is both professional and supportive at the same time. LinkedIn is a powerful tool to grow your network and at the same time learn from others. Build your credibility by building your power profile and generously giving out valuable content based on your experiences and knowledge. Don’t be afraid to connect and ask people you don’t know via messaging. People from the LinkedIn community are open to answering questions and discussions. Authenticity really works.
Ginger Arboleda
Co-Founder of Taxumo, CEO of Manila Workshops, Blogger at MommyGinger.com and Lean In PH Network Leader || Taxumo Inc.
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, Business Related Content.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Feel free to connect with people and get to know as much as you can from your professional contacts. I’ve learned so much from the professionals in my network and from the content that they share. Also, in return, provide useful content. Share your expertise, experiences and resources that will bring value to others.
Liberty Baldovino
Content Creator and Strategist for Health & Wellness Businesses
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Always provide value to your readers. It’s all about them, not you. And when it comes to expressing your thoughts and opinions, be you. Be authentic. Let your true voice be heard!
Dexter Baño
Founder and CEO of OrbitX, Founder and Chairman at UltrAssist || Orbital Exploration Technologies, Inc.
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
About my industry, about sustainability and Filipino commercial spaceflight.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Just own a sincere opinion but respect others too. It doesn’t matter if they agree with you. What matters is your voice and its overall impact to our world. Keep on connecting and be the light that is brighter than those who are already there.
Louie John Banta
World-class Trainer, Speaker & Facilitator || Learning Just Made Better, Inc.
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, about my industry, Team Engagement, Digital Learning, Webinars, Blended Learning.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
My advice to those who are starting out on LinkedIn is just that… START, and don’t lose the passion. Check your purpose: Why are you on LinkedIn? Focus on ‘adding value’ more than how LinkedIn can help you (which is really an outcome – you learn a lot from fellow professionals). With that intention of ‘adding value’, post, post, post content frequently as in 3-4x a day! Post original content – what’s in your mind or heart! Don’t think of what people will say or don’t get affected if your post has less engagement than others, your traction and break will come. Just post your authenticity and share your personal wealth – of knowledge, talents, advice, inspiration to others, experiences!
Maria Giselle Lyn Barrion
Organization Development Strategist, Life Skills Mentor, L&D Coach and Book Author || Great Learnings and Beyond Management Consultancy Services
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, Organization Development, Personal Development, Human Resources, Life Skills.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
LinkedIn is a great tool to promote one’s profile or business and connect to people at the same time. It is important to keep three essential things in mind when using this app – maintain authenticity when presenting your profile, enjoy sharing content based on your area of expertise, and most importantly do not aim for popularity, rather aim to inspire & make a difference in the lives of others through this platform.
Noreen Marian Bautista
Founder of SlashIgnite Inc. || SlashIgnite Inc.
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Social Innovation and Ecosystem Building.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Be thoughtful and authentic.
Wandalyn Calupig
Helping professionals find new jobs and fulfilling careers || Caltan Training and Consultancy
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, Career Tips and NLP Tools to accelerate personal and professional success.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
LinkedIn is a very powerful community to grow yourself personally and professionally. There is a wealth of opportunity to learn and connect with inspiring and successful individuals. Reciprocity and authenticity is what works well in this community. Give tons of value and be authentically you because that is what the world needs more than ever – a truthful and loving heart that gives unconditionally.
Joyce Caponpon
Business Coach, Social Technologist, Writer and Inspirational Speaker
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
LinkedIn is a very good platform to expand your reach and your network to professionals on an international level, but you must be aware of your goal in using it. This is because there are two types of people here: people who seek for opportunities, and people who give opportunities. Whichever group you might belong to, keep on creating new connections, not just because you may benefit from them but also because you yourself can make an impact in your own way.
Fabi Carino
Country HR Director, Training and Development, Speaker and Thought Leader || DENTSU AEGIS NETWORK
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Build your professional brand, gain a network and establish your name in the field you specialize in.
Johannah Chiu
Executive Director || Snapture Image Ltd.
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Be authentic and never be afraid to be yourself.
Justine Chua
Founder of The Bumpy Career || The Bumpy Career
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
LinkedIn-specific topics like How to optimize your LinkedIn profile and personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
When you’re building your network, the first thought is to add people you already know in real life, but I like to challenge that thought by recommending that you connect with people in your ideal workplaces. Once you’ve established that initial connection, really focus on building relationships within your network by interacting with them and understanding what potential value you can bring to them as well. Sometimes even a like or share is a great value add already.
Elizha Corpus
Culture Transformation, Learning & Development and Strategic HR Specialist || Elizha Corpus Consulting
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Team Development, Coaching, Strategic HR.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
When I was just starting to share on LinkedIn, I was always worried that my content will not be good enough for a professional audience. However, I soon realized that this kind of thinking is centered on me and my insecurities – not the impact I want to contribute to the world, and definitely not the people who I’d like to impact. In moments when I default back to these doubts, I ask myself, “What is my intent for creating this post? How aligned is this intent with my personal purpose? In what way can the insights from this content enable someone to make the impact they desire?” The answers to these questions remind me that the best content comes from a genuine desire to share one’s self and to be of service to others.
Jason Cruz
Director New Business Development || ADA Philippines
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, about my industry, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
LinkedIn is a wonderful platform to find people and companies who can and will inspire you to be the best that you can be, and to create the best work that you can possibly do. Find people. Find companies. Be better today.
Galicano Jr. Datu
Community Builder at OneGlobe, Managing Consultant || Ancilla Enterprise Development Consulting, Inc.
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Advocacy and Legacy.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Be open minded; ask for help from LinkedIn coaches and mentors on how to optimize your LinkedIn presence and have a good learning, and positive mental attitude.
Tanya Deakin
Marketing Director || Acquire BPO
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
A mix of short form, long form, micro posts that are relevant and compelling work best.
Raymond Domingo
We Must Be Builders Of Men || STRATFORCE GLOBAL, INC.
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, Sales Management.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Be consistent in posting and expanding your network.
Mags Espada
Facebook Ads Specialist for SaaS || Freelancer
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Don’t be a hunter. It takes time to build your personal brand. Create and post great content, and engage in comments. Share your story and inspire your followers. Always show up on Linkedin. You will meet new friends, build a business network, and at the right time, clients will start knocking at your doors.
Lady Ochel Espinosa
Regional Insights Manager for Emerging Markets, SEA || Isentia Asia Pacific
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Be you. Just naturally gravitate to topics of your interest, and when you do you will speak about these sincerely and with authenticity. This is how your audience will relate to you, by forging on interests that speak about who you are as a professional and consequently forming connections.
Kath Castillo Eustaquio-Derla
Book Writing & Self-Publishing Consultant, Publisher, Printer, Founder and CEO of PaperKat Books || HS Grafik Print
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, about my industry, Personal branding, How to write a book and self-publish it.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
LinkedIn is a melting pot of professionals, decisions-makers, industry leaders, and businesspeople-in-the-making from all over the world. Think of yourself as a brand. Hook your target market with a powerful profile copy — one look at your profile is all it takes for people to connect with you or ignore you. This means that your personal life in other social media platforms should be separate from your LinkedIn professional life. Connect, collaborate, share relevant and timely information like a brand would. And like many brands now, be a storyteller. Share stories about your work, business, product or services on LinkedIn. And when you’re ready, work with me and write your first self-published book. Writing a book is one of the best ways to increase your authority in a certain field/practice.
Hazel Fermin
Talent Acquisition Leader, Social Media and Branding Expert, Entrepreneur and Skin Care and Beauty Influencer || ADP
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Be authentic. Network, network and network. It is not shameful to ask for help or support.
Maria Dolores Garner Florentino
Founder at Philippine Home-based Virtual Assistants || Philippine Home-based Virtual Assistants
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Leverage and connect with the right influencers and share valuable contents that will be shared or viewed by many. If it does not happen now, just keep going and do not stop. Nothing comes easy.
Mariel Foronda
Designing Retentive Online Learning Programs and Courses for ‘Soft Skills’ Experts, Coaches, and Authors
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Moving learning programs from on-site to online. Keeping learners engaged.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Follow pros on personal branding, and build a presence on LinkedIn to get you started; take time each day to react or comment on posts from your network; take time to share your own content.
Rey Fremista
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt Thought Leader, Keynote Speaker, Trainer and Consultant
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, about my industry, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Maximize the groups in LinkedIn especially those groups where you can access articles and stuff that you are passionate about. Follow those personalities whom you believe will have a positive influence in your life and in your career. Connect with various individuals in a meaningful way so that you can get more value of the network. Share articles and also post every now and then to contribute to the LinkedIn society.
Jezreel Gibaga
Speaker, Educator, and Mentor, Community Builder, Infopreneur and Content Creator
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
To all those people out there who are using this platform, this is your time to network! It’s true that there are a lot of social networking sites out there but we must maximize every aspect of it for our self-development. LinkedIn as a platform could help us connect with like-minded individuals and learn from people in different industries as well! Do not be afraid to share, for sure, whatever status, industry, position in life you are in, people could definitely learn something from you.
Pio Enrique Gutierrez
Head of Sales || James Hardie Philippines
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, about my industry.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Don’t use LinkedIn solely for job hunting. Rather, use it to learn and find out what professionals have to say about leadership and industry best practices. It is also an ideal platform for you to inspire and help others with their careers.
Bim Gutierrez
Digital leader, builder and strategist
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, Digital , Innovation , Philosophy , E-Commerce, Tech.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Use it as a platform to share your knowledge / expertise and learn from others at the same time.
Paul Hafalla
Virtual Assistant, Author and VA Coach
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, Programming/Web Development, about my industry, Personal branding, virtual assistance, freelancing, work from home, remote jobs.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Complete your profile!
Maricar Hernandez
CEO & Co-Owner Go Beyond Limits Outsourcing Solutions || Beyond Limits Outsourcing Solutions
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Sincerity is the key. Be active and be selfless in sharing ideas to other professionals on LinkedIn.
Flaregin Jaculina
Head of Global Compliance & Risk Management || Acquire BPO
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Personal branding, Fun and inspiring personal/non-work topics.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Be authentic, respectful, engaging, and inspiring as LinkedIn is a good platform to show the world what Filipino professionals are like. Let’s give more just as we also take insightful content and learning from others in this virtual community. I think these are the core values of this platform… And just really enjoy the LinkedIn journey!
Grace Kagahastian
Growth Strategist and Innovation Catalyst || IGNITE House of Innovation
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, Personal branding, Employment, Wicked problems, Agile Transformation.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Always keep your LinkedIn profile updated and know what purpose it serves you (and vise versa). Your personal branding can be seen from your photo, to your past and present work experiences, to licenses you’ve accumulated or the recommendations given to you. Those tell a unique story. Also, your posts tell a lot about your values and beliefs. Therefore, keeping it highly relevant and keeping it real to you puts out a more authentic message that can capture the attention and pique interest of many.
Benjamin Lim
Founder of LimBoost || LimBoost
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
The key to being relevant in this platform is to show up every day. Don’t just post and ghost. Put on the work. Like, comment & share your connections post. Not everyone in your network will be a future client/boss but everyone inside your network is a conversation. And that conversation if done consistently will lead to more people being aware of what you do.
Charlene Lucas
Psychologist and Organizational Behavior Consultant || Freelance Psychologist
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Mental health.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Find your niche or something you’re good at, or a topic that you love and comfortable to tell the world. The best would be to tell your experiences and what you’ve learned from it. Don’t mind the likes and negative comments. When I post something I always think that if I could reach just a single person that would benefit from my insight, then my job is done. Find that advocacy and what your heart wants to tell the world.
Rey Lugtu
Digital & Culture Transformation thought-action leader, Public speaker, Innovation-Tech educator & Columnist || Hungry Workhorse
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, about my industry, Digital transformation, Innovation, Strategy, Culture transformation.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
The traditional marketing concept of STP (segmentation, targeting, positioning) still applies. What segment do you want to target in LinkedIn? How do you position yourself to this segment? What’s your value proposition? When you have answers to these questions, then consistently deliver the right content.
Vincent Manlapaz
Author of “Customer Success For A Whole New World” and “Rediscovering Customer Success”, Content Producer and Podcast Host || Medallia
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, Personal branding, Customer Success, Sales and Business Strategy.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Find groups you can connect to and share your own original content. Participate in group discussions, share content published by industry experts. Join the webinar and group discussion where you can share your personal thoughts and ideas. Do not be discouraged that no one wants your content. It will take time before you reach the status of industry experts but continued participation is the sure way to achieve it.
Laraine Zyreen Marcelo
Digital Learning Leader & Innovator, Virtual Team Building Provider PH, LJMB Online Developer, Blended Learning Designer and Marketing Lead || Learning Just Made Better, Inc.
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, about my industry, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Post your 1st post. Just do it! It doesn’t need to be perfect, it just needs to be you. Be consistent and post at least three times a day. Grow your network and connect with a lot of people. Engage with your connections. Don’t be a snob. You’re the newbie, so you make the first move. Don’t let up when you don’t get likes/ comments at first. Stay active.
Ed Melicor
Experienced Global Business Leader with a US Fortune 100 Company || Key2Home
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, Personal branding, Business and Management.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Be relevant. Be purposeful on how you use the platform. It is not just for networking, it is good for educating, learning, sharing and influencing.
Boaz Moldez
Copywriter and Content Writer || Social Media Academy
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, About my industry, Personal branding, Copywriting, Content Marketing, and Social Media.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Using LinkedIn is a long game. You have to not only optimize your own profile, you have to connect to people, provide value, and be consistent to it.
Marlon Molmisa
Leadership Speaker, Corporate Trainer, Millennial CEO and Book Author || Mzone Training Philippines
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Generosity works. Sometimes, you don’t have to do hard selling. Just share added value contents to your networks. No strings attached. Just be a giver of information, insights, and inspiration. The rest including potential sales, bookings, and projects will follow.
Roselle Munsayac
VP Operation and Mental Health Advocate || China Bank Savings Inc.
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, Women empowerment and awesomeness.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
I have been learning and growing a lot from LinkedIn since I started. I have grown my network considerably and have found a belonging in a big community of like minded individuals. I don’t have other social media accounts than this. I suggest to always engage, like and comment on the posts, comments should add value and never be negative, always inspiring and encouraging. Posts should be something to learn from, with stories to tell, and lessons to share so it will also be trending as a bonus.
Ma. Angela Nacpil
Direct-response Copywriter, B2B & SaaS and Speaker
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
My biggest advice would be to start with your ‘big why’. What are you on LinkedIn for? What is your mission? Who is your target market? Knowing your big why will help you focus on your core message and content creation will be easier if you already know your purpose.
Mary Rose Ofianga
Community Builder, Innovation Program Consultant, Events Management Consultant and UN IGF MAG Member
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, about my industry, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Connect with your previous colleagues. Do not hesitate to ask for recommendation from your previous employer or colleague. Give back recommendations. Take courses on LinkedIn. Complete your profile by including all your experiences, trainings completed and even volunteer work. Don’t hesitate to add new contact from a mutual network, but include a personal message when adding them. Include a cover photo that speaks about you or your brand. Share your content consistently through your page or personal account. Follow LinkedIn pages and re-share content.
Cristine Ongson
Marketing Consultant, Social Media Strategist, Speaker & Educator || Online Philippines Corp.
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Social Media and Marketing Tips for businesses.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Always be professional in dealing with everyone, don’t judge people based on their job titles. You can always learn from each other, and feel free to share knowledge. Knowledge is meant to be built upon, not kept in storage until it becomes obsolete. Respect and authority is earned over time by giving value to your audience.
Joseph Pascual
Client Director || The PRAXIS Company
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
About my industry, Financial Literacy.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Connect and Collaborate.
Audrey Pe
Founder & Executive Director of WiTech, Global Teen Leader 2019 and UN & TEDx Speaker || WiTech (Women in Technology)
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Personal branding, youth leadership, women in STEM, Philippine startup scene.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Tell stories instead of just sharing achievements. Cold message people in your industry. Use appropriate hashtags in your posts.
Ann Kristine Peñaredondo
Facebook Marketing Strategist || Ann Kristine
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Just be real. Be willing to learn. Don’t be afraid to share your message. And don’t sell your products or services the moment you get connected. Really.
Aurora Jean “Coach Ellen” Perez
Certified International Life Coach, Resource Speaker and Mental Wellness & Alopecia Advocate || EPLC Training Consultancy Services
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Mental Wellness, Life Coaching, Self Care, Anxiety, Depression, Alopecia.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Be Authentic and Always be engaging to help.
David Ramos
Founder of Xurge Digital Media, Marketing and Sales Strategist, Consultant and Speaker || Xurge Digital Media
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Take advantage of the organic LinkedIn algorithm. This is an amazing platform that can bring your message beyond your connections. It is extremely undervalued. LinkedIn doesn’t just bring advantage to B2B but has an emerging upward trend for B2C.
Vincent Reyes
Certified AGILE Leadership Coach, M. Goldsmith Executive & Team Coach, Champion TEAM Builder, Speaker and #Futurefit Mentor || coachcom.inc
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, Personal branding, TEAM Coaching, Future-fitness, Peak Performance.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Build your profile, then take small steps.
KC Reyes
Real Estate Consultant || MFReyes Realty
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Real Estate, Communication.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
First, add value to others. Don’t think of what you can get from others. Think of what you can contribute to them. Second, be authentic and genuine. People appreciate you for your truly awesome flawed self. Third, be consistent. It may be hard to gain following instantaneously but this is just a bonus in the long term. The more important thing is that you are able to touch the lives of people and share valuable learnings to them consistently. Keep on keeping on.
Robert Reynald
The “Secret Engine” That Purpose-Driven Content & Damage Restoration Business Owners Use To Outperform The Competition || G.E.C.K.O. Digital
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, LinkedIn-specific topics like how to optimize your LinkedIn profile.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Your LinkedIn cover photo is like a web billboard – use it.
Johan Santos
Senior Consultant Technical Lead and Certified SWIFT Expert || Birchford Technologies HK Limited
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, about my industry.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
The most important thing is just to be yourself as you are unique enough.
Rosella Jane (RJ) T. Vargas
Direct Response Copywriter
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, promoting people who inspired me.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Some people who use LinkedIn often think they have to always sound professional, articulate, informative, and technical with the topics or insight they should share. But, honestly, a lot of great individuals I met on this platform are authentic and vulnerable with their message. In this way, it shows more of their heartfelt and inspiring stories. They naturally attract people with the same vibe. My best advice is to always have a pure heart in connecting on LinkedIn. You’ll be surprised by the massive support rallying behind your authentic voice.
Olive Angeli Tabin
Virtual Project Assistant, Freelance Writer, Translator, Social Media Manager and German-speaking Virtual Assistant
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration, LinkedIn-specific topics like how to optimize your LinkedIn profile, About my industry, Personal branding, Personal experiences.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?Optimize your profile! It’s the first step for everything on LinkedIn. Choose a professional photo, use a headline that adds value, write a short summary telling people how you can be of value, add as many skills and experiences as you have. Be active on LinkedIn. Read articles, comment on posts, add people who you think will be of value to you or the other way around.
Nikki Tang
CEO and President of Rotary Club of Makati Premier District || DMark Beauty
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Establish a clear branding and set skills in the industry of focus.
Paulo Tibig
Motivational Speaker, Corporate Trainer, Multi Awarded Entrepreneur and Bestselling Author || Vintel Logistics Inc/Vcargo Worldwide
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Advertising/Marketing, Leadership/Inspiration.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
LinkedIn is a very good platform, aside from learning and networking. Individuals need to add value to its audience.
Ricky Tio
AVP and Head of MSME Sales Support at BDO Network Bank || BDO Network Bank – a subsidiary of BDO Unibank
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, Personal branding, Job searching tips.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Never underestimate the power of creating networks by creating a great personal brand. In addition, make sure to maximize the contents available (industry posts, LinkedIn learning, motivational posts, etc.) for your personal learning. Finally, share content while staying engaged with your audience frequently. All these will be very useful in helping you grow professionally. The possibilities are limitless.
Angelica Umali
Certified Life Coach at Wisdom Institute for Leadership and Global Advancement (WILGA) and Independent Business Strategy Consultant
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Just be authentic and share what has helped you in your life. Those who are attracted to your message need it at that particular point in time. Do not die with your talents and wisdom, instead, use it for the greater good.
Andrew Valle
Head of Support, Servant Leader and Solution Provider || REVA Global LLC
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, About my industry, Personal branding, Helping people and organizations evolve and succeed in our “new norm.”
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
LinkedIn is such a wonderful platform for professionals to get inspired, share best practices and connect. I have never imagined I would be connected with the people I have now if it weren’t for this platform. My tips for anyone starting out: Engage. LinkedIn creates this amazing experience of being able to share and discover valuable content that can be beneficial to a professional or a business. Being active and connecting with people and groups through comments, messages or even just liking their posts greatly assists in your goal to engage in this platform.
Share. We all have experiences and stories to share. Even as simple as sharing an idea presents an opportunity for relevant discussion and learning which can ultimately boost your speed (and anyone else taking that idea or experience) towards any goal you may have professionally. Sharing also helps anyone who views your content as your message is heard across continents and countries, giving you the ability to positively influence more people than you can ever imagine!
Be consistent. Partnerships and real connections are built over time. As you consistently engage and share, you’ll see that you’ll build your community as they see more and more of the value you bring in your posts and/or comments. Given our current situation of needing to deal with uncertainty, consistent engagement offers certainty. The certainty of knowing that we are truly all in this together. Help more. Help first!
Sheila Viesca
CEO of TalkShop and Global Leadership Coach || TalkShop and Life Coaches Philippines
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, about my industry, Personal branding.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Be okay with not being able to save the world today. Everything adds up. Start by having something kind to say.
Rochelle Anne Vilo
Chief Experience Officer, Director of Training and Public Speaker || Little Rock Events
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
It can be intimidating to think of content and to put yourself out there for others. It’s important to keep in mind that the decisions you make and what you do everyday generates wisdom. Your wins, no matter how small they seem, can serve as a gentle nudge for those who need it. The lessons you learn serve as research for you and for others as you continue your journey to success. Putting yourself out there is an exercise of vulnerability, which has been inspiring for many. We all start from somewhere and those are the stories that people need to hear.
Cindy Wong
Full-time entrepreneur, Travel Creative at Exceptional Wanders, Self-Publishing Solutions at 8Letters Bookstore & Publishing and Helping small businesses thrive at Coffee and Fly || 8Letters Bookstore & Publishing, Coffee and Fly and Exceptional Wanders
What topics do you usually share on LinkedIn?
Leadership/Inspiration, Passion Hustles, Starting a sideline, speeches.
What tips can you share to those who are just starting out on LinkedIn?
Display those skills and achievements on LinkedIn, offer value, and don’t be afraid to reach out first.
