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Guest Innovator: Lea Turner

Upleveling Connections into Vibrant Community (#26)

Podcast

https://youtu.be/-MK7LLifk0M

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2sufJbQ0Z6RoZEGpRrrAAf?si=354aaef1980245cd

Hang out with Lea Turner—LinkedIn royalty turned community-building powerhouse—as she drops serious wisdom on transforming genuine online connections into vibrant communities. Forget stale coffee chats and business card swaps; Lea shows you how authenticity, a sprinkle of humor, and bold self-expression can create an unstoppable ripple effect in your business and life. Prepare to level up your networking game with laughs, real talk, and Lea's unmatched insights.

In this dynamic episode, Lea takes us behind the scenes of her own entrepreneurial journey, sharing the story of how she built The Holt, her thriving online community. From mastering LinkedIn through genuine engagement and witty comments, to strategically validating ideas with waiting lists, Lea offers practical yet powerful strategies every entrepreneur can implement immediately.

You'll learn how to transform your LinkedIn presence from simply existing to genuinely thriving, embrace authenticity as your biggest competitive advantage, and create events and online spaces where people actually want to show up. Lea’s approach is refreshingly honest, humor-infused, and deeply inspiring, reminding us all that being ourselves—quirks, tattoos, humor, and all—is truly the best way to succeed in both business and life.

Key Takeaways

Stop Networking, Start Connecting

Host or attend relaxed gatherings (think karaoke nights or casual hangouts) to naturally foster authentic conversations.

Your Comments Are Content

Set aside daily time to thoughtfully comment with personality on LinkedIn posts—it boosts visibility and attracts aligned connections.

Teach Your Algorithm Who’s Boss

Curate your LinkedIn feed intentionally by regularly engaging with content that genuinely interests and inspires you.

Match Tools to Your Life, Not Vice Versa

Audit your tech and choose platforms that genuinely fit your daily routine, prioritizing mobile accessibility for flexibility.

Validate Before You Create

Build excitement and validate your new project ideas by creating and sharing a waiting list before fully launching.

Get Playful With Your Content

Experiment weekly with different LinkedIn formats like videos, polls, and carousels to showcase your expertise creatively.