24. How to Be a LinkedIn Baddie

We get asked about resumes.We get asked about cover letters.We get asked about interviews.And we get a lot of questions about LinkedIn.How often should you post?Do recruiters actually find people there?Do you need LinkedIn Premium?Should you be networking with strangers?And what does it actually mean to have a "personal brand"?In this episode, Elin Filbey and Alli Schell break down what LinkedIn is really good for and what people tend to overthink.Whether you're trying to grow your museum career, build your professional reputation, transition out of the field, or simply understand why everyone seems obsessed with LinkedIn, this episode covers the practical strategies that actually matter.They discuss:why LinkedIn is less about being discovered and more about being seenhow museum professionals use LinkedIn differently than many other industriesnetworking tips that don't feel transactional or awkwardhow to make your profile stronger without spending hours updating itusing LinkedIn as a research and job search toolpersonal branding without becoming a "thought leader"and why you probably don't need LinkedIn PremiumThey also cover:profile headlines and About sectionsnetworking messages that actually get responsesusing LinkedIn to explore new industriesfollowing companies and professionals strategicallythe Featured section and portfolio contentand why "Easy Apply" isn't always your friendThroughout the episode, they come back to one core idea:You don't need to become a LinkedIn influencer.You just need a profile that tells a clear story about who you are, what you do, and where you're headed.🔑 Key TakeawaysLinkedIn is often more valuable as a networking and research tool than a recruiting tool for museum professionals.You are the curator of your own LinkedIn algorithm, engage with the content you want to see more of.Following people and companies strategically can improve both networking opportunities and job discovery.Thoughtful connection requests outperform generic networking messages.Personal branding doesn't require posting every day or becoming a content creator.Your headline and About section are opportunities to tell a story, not just list job titles.Museum professionals looking to leave the field should focus on translating (not hiding) their experience.Most people are paying far less attention to your profile changes than you think.LinkedIn Premium is rarely necessary."Easy Apply" should be approached with caution.⏱ Chapters00:00 Welcome to LinkedIn Baddie School02:00 Love it or hate it: our honest LinkedIn opinions10:00 You are the curator of your algorithm13:00 How museum professionals actually use LinkedIn17:00 Networking without being weird24:00 Informational interviews and career exploration29:00 Personal branding without becoming an influencer33:00 What kind of content should you post?40:00 How to translate your profile for a career change43:00 Headlines, banners, and About sections52:00 What belongs in your experience section?56:00 Job searching on LinkedIn1:00:00 Why Easy Apply can be a trap