How I Went from 0 to $$$ in 100 Days on LinkedIn (and How You Can, Too)

Brandt Amelia
4 min readSep 30, 2024
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100 days ago, I was just another LinkedIn lurker, silently scrolling through endless posts, watching others flaunt their success while I wondered how they were doing it. Then one day, I asked myself — what if I actually used LinkedIn the way it was meant to be used? That question changed everything.

Fast forward to today, and my LinkedIn inbox is flooded with opportunities, collaborations, and yes — real income. But it wasn’t an overnight success. It took 100 days of strategic moves, learning from every misstep, and connecting with the right people. Spoiler alert: you can do this too.

1. The Day I Stopped ‘Lurking’ and Started Networking

The first lesson? LinkedIn is not a spectator sport. Sure, you can scroll through inspirational posts, clap at other people’s wins, and still get nowhere. But the moment I decided to stop watching and start engaging, my network began to grow. My first move was commenting meaningfully on posts in my industry, not just ‘liking’ them. It was small but intentional, and people noticed. In 10 days, I doubled my connections, but more importantly, I built rapport with people who mattered.

💡 Tip for You:
When you engage, don’t comment for the sake of it. Add value — whether it’s a thoughtful question, a counterpoint, or…

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Brandt Amelia
Brandt Amelia

Written by Brandt Amelia

Amelia, a writer and lover of literature.dedicates her life to the written word. https://brandtamela.medium.com/membership

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