Stop Chasing Vanity Metrics: How to Build a High-Value LinkedIn Network That Actually Makes Money

Stop Chasing Vanity Metrics: How to Build a High-Value LinkedIn Network That Actually Makes Money

April 28, 2026 · 22 min · Episode 200

About this episode

The episode discusses how to build a valuable LinkedIn network without focusing on vanity metrics.

Guest Links Website & Resources: alfon.com Daniel’s LinkedIn: Search Daniel Alfon (profile with 1,893 followers and serious results) Edit your podcasts like a pro: https://get.descript.com/mrzy10nwivuqJoin me as a guest or start your podcast journey: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/nickkuhne Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome and Daniel’s 20+ years on LinkedIn 01:50 – Why only 1,893 followers after two decades 03:30 – Best connected vs most connected 05:10 – Why clients come to him (no cold outreach) 07:00 – Natural engagement instead of spammy messages 09:00 – His training offers and keeping the fire after all these years 11:30 – What he’d fix if he ran LinkedIn 14:40 – Advice for new grads entering the workforce 16:20 – Podcasting as the new Wild West 20:30 – Where to find Daniel’s resources Connect with me on: All my links Become a guest Sign up for Riverside Get Descript #DigitalMarketing #Branding #PersonalBranding #MarketingInsights #SocialMediaStrategy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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