78. The New Math of LinkedIn Reach: Why Likes Don't Matter Anymore

78. The New Math of LinkedIn Reach: Why Likes Don't Matter Anymore

July 6, 2026 · 21 min · Season 4 · Episode 78

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This episode discusses the changes in LinkedIn's algorithm and how it affects content reach and engagement metrics.

The LinkedIn algorithm changed, and the way it measures your reach is nothing like it used to be. In this episode, we break down the new math of LinkedIn reach... why likes barely count anymore, why saves and dwell time now drive distribution, and why a smaller, sharper account can suddenly out-reach someone many times its size. If your posts feel like they are disappearing into the void, this one explains exactly what shifted and what to do about it. Here is what we cover: Why LinkedIn's AI now reads engagement in percentiles instead of raw numbers Why a single save can carry several times the impact of a like Why dwell time is the one signal you cannot fake, buy, or trick Why relevance now beats follower count, so a small account can beat a big one How service professionals already own the most save-worthy content there is, sitting right inside their client work This is the version of LinkedIn that finally rewards real expertise over vanity metrics. If you are a coach, consultant, or service provider trying to turn content into actual clients, you will want to hear this. Want to put it into practice? Join our free 3-day workshop, Clients on Command: The LinkedIn Content…

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Hosts: Nancy Aaron, Scott Aaron

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