7 Ways to Lose Clients on LinkedIn and How to Avoid Them.
SUJOY BASAK 🧠💡
Elevating Brands to Boost Revenue 5>6/7 Figure Using Neuroscience & AI | Founder BetterEver
Ever feel like LinkedIn isn’t working for you?
Like you’re shouting into the void but not getting the clients you deserve?
Here’s the thing: LinkedIn can be your client-generating powerhouse if you play it right.
But if you’re unknowingly making these mistakes, you’re driving opportunities away.
Let’s dive into the seven LinkedIn mistakes that could be costing you clients—and more importantly, how to fix them.
1. Your Profile Looks Like a Ghost Town
🛑 Mistake:
Outdated info. No photo. Zero personality.
Why It Hurts:
People judge faster than you think. A half-baked profile screams, “I don’t care.”
✅ Fix It Fast:
Craft a magnetic headline that tells people exactly how you can help them.
Upload a professional photo (no blurry selfies!).
Make your summary about your audience, not your resume.
Imagine this: If your profile were a storefront, would you walk in—or walk away?
2. You Sound Like a Walking Billboard
🛑 Mistake:
Overloading your feed with “Buy from me!” vibes.
Why It Hurts:
Nobody likes being sold to 24/7. It’s like being at a party with someone who only talks about themselves.
✅ Fix It Fast:
Use the 80/20 Rule: 80% value-driven content, 20% promotion.
Share insights your clients can act on today.
Let your posts solve problems before pitching solutions.
People don’t log on to be sold to. They log on to learn, connect, and grow. Be part of that process.
3. Treating Engagement Like an Afterthought
🛑 Mistake:
Ignoring comments, leaving DMs unread, and treating connection requests like spam.
Why It Hurts:
LinkedIn is about relationships. If you’re not showing up, why should anyone else?
✅ Fix It Fast:
Spend 15 minutes daily responding to comments and messages.
Personalize connection requests and replies—ditch the generic “Hi, I’d like to connect.”
Be present. Be approachable. Be human.
4. Posting Off-Brand Content
🛑 Mistake:
Sharing random memes, off-topic rants, or divisive hot takes.
Why It Hurts:
Your audience follows you for expertise, not for chaos.
✅ Fix It Fast:
Stick to your niche—make every post a reflection of your expertise.
Avoid posting just for the sake of it. Quality > quantity.
Think, Does this post add value or noise? before you hit publish.
5. Treating LinkedIn Like a VIP Club
🛑 Mistake:
Only connecting with people you know.
Why It Hurts:
Limiting your network limits your opportunities. Period.
✅ Fix It Fast:
Proactively connect with peers, potential clients, and industry leaders.
Join niche groups and participate in discussions.
Think of your network as your net worth—it’s worth growing.
6. Hiding Your Social Proof
🛑 Mistake:
Not showcasing client wins, testimonials, or recommendations.
Why It Hurts:
Trust sells. If nobody knows you’ve helped others, why should they trust you?
✅ Fix It Fast:
Ask happy clients for a quick LinkedIn recommendation.
Highlight specific skills that reflect your expertise.
Celebrate wins (yours and your clients’).
7. Flying Blind Without Analytics
🛑 Mistake:
Ignoring metrics and winging your strategy.
Why It Hurts:
Without data, you’re just guessing—and guesswork rarely pays off.
✅ Fix It Fast:
Check your post performance: What resonates most? Double down on that.
Look at profile views: Who’s checking you out? Reach out to them.
Treat analytics like your GPS—they guide your journey.
The Bottom Line
Your LinkedIn isn’t just a profile—it’s a stage.
A stage where your expertise, personality, and value take centre stage.
The question is: Are you performing—or fumbling?
Here’s Your Next Move:
Take 20 minutes today to audit your LinkedIn using the steps above.
Start engaging with intention—don’t just post and ghost.
Make LinkedIn part of your business strategy, not an afterthought.
You don’t need a complete overhaul—just consistent, strategic tweaks.
Your next big client is watching. Will they see someone worth hiring—or skipping?
Let’s elevate your LinkedIn game together. 💬 Drop me a message, and let’s make it happen.
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Feel free to reach out at:
email id: sujoy @betterever.in
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1moExcellent insights! LinkedIn is such a powerful tool when used strategically. How do you recommend measuring engagement effectively on the platform? SUJOY BASAK 🧠💡
Great share SUJOY BASAK 🧠💡
AI Strategies to Grow Your Business | Featured in Forbes & MSN
1moThanks for sharing SUJOY!