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NEW MEMBER PSA: Don't SABOTAGE Your Networking Reputation Here on BiggerPockets!
I'm seeing too many new members making DEVASTATING protocol mistakes here in the BiggerPockets Forums.
Networking success here lives or dies by how COMPELLING you make it to want to connect with you!
And, right now, too many of you are making it nearly impossible to be taken seriously here.
I made the EXACT same mistakes when I first joined BP, some 12 years ago!
Thankfully, someone set me straight, and I've since gone on to successfully attract buyers, sellers, investors, private lenders, and business partners, all right here!
So, now it's my turn to be that guy!
A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT TO ALL NEW MEMBERS:
Welcome to BiggerPockets. You say you want to be taken seriously.
But, you have no profile photo, no "About me" description, and no links to your other social media accounts.
You've shown up to the premiere real estate networking community on the internet wearing a brown paper bag over your head!
Honestly, would YOU reach out to YOU?
Fortunately, the fix is FAST and EASY. Complete your BP profile, add a recent photo, and link to your other accounts (especially LinkedIn)!
Show us why we NEED to know who you are. I guarantee the networking will become SO much easier!
Pro Tip: When you do post here and actually get engagement from other members of this community, EVERY response should be acknowledged by you and also given a vote! It's just good manners.