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Turn your LinkedIn profile into a lead generation machine

As an executive or founder, your time is valuable, and so are the connections you make. If your LinkedIn profile isn’t bringing in qualified leads or sparking the right conversations, it’s time to change that. In this guide, I’ll show you how to transform your profile into a lead-generation funnel that works for you, even when you’re not online.

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Takeaways

  • Stop using your LinkedIn profile like a resume.
  • Make it clear in seconds who you help and how you help them.
  • Use visuals and messaging that align with your audience's needs.
  • Leverage the "featured" section to drive inquiries and actions.
  • Build trust with detailed solutions and social proof in your "about" section.
 
Reading time: 7 minutes
 

Why your LinkedIn profile isn’t landing you leads

Let me guess. You’ve built an impressive career, run a successful company, or launched a product you’re proud of. But when someone visits your LinkedIn profile, they don’t seem to understand what you actually do, or worse, they don’t stick around long enough to find out.
I’ve seen it time and again: smart, capable executives and founders use LinkedIn profiles as glorified resumes. They list their career highlights, share impressive titles, and talk about past achievements. That’s all fine, but it doesn’t help your profile visitors understand what you can do for them.
The harsh truth is this: no one cares about your history unless it helps them solve their problem. If someone lands on your profile and it’s not immediately clear how you can help, they’ll move on.
What you need is a profile that acts like a lead-generation funnel, a system that turns visitors into meaningful connections, inquiries, and opportunities.
 

What a profile funnel is and why it works

Think of your LinkedIn profile as a mini sales funnel. Every element, from your banner image to your "about" section, should guide visitors through a clear journey. Your goal is to turn a random profile view into an action, like a message, a download, or even a follow-up meeting.
Here’s the path your visitors typically follow:
  1. They find your content on LinkedIn and click on your profile.
  1. They notice your banner image and tagline, which should instantly explain your value.
  1. They scroll to your "featured" section to see what you’re offering, like a free resource or an invitation to connect.
  1. They read your "about" section to learn more about how you can solve their problem.
  1. They take action, whether it’s following you, reaching out, or exploring your offering further.
Now let’s break this down step by step so you can optimize every part of your profile.
 

Nail your message in two seconds

Your audience, whether it’s potential clients, partners, or investors, doesn’t have time to guess what you do. Your tagline should immediately answer three questions:
  • Who do you help?
  • What do you help them achieve?
  • How do you do it?
For example, let’s say you’re a founder who helps other businesses grow. Your tagline might say something like:
"Helping B2B founders scale revenue with predictable systems."
It’s simple, clear, and actionable. Your tagline doesn’t need to be fancy. It just needs to give people a reason to keep reading.
 

Use your banner image to set the tone

Your banner image is the first thing people notice when they visit your profile. Think of it as a visual extension of your tagline.
For instance, a colleague of mine, Ray Green, has a banner that says:
"Your roadmap to repeatable revenue."
It’s clear, aligned with his tagline, and includes a direct call to action: "Visit rayjgreen.com."
Your banner should work the same way. Use it to reinforce what you do and guide visitors to their next step, whether that’s checking out your website or downloading a free resource. If you don’t have a banner image yet, this is your chance to create one that ties your entire profile together.
 
If you’re not using LinkedIn’s "featured" section, you’re leaving opportunities on the table. This is prime real estate for showcasing the next step you want visitors to take.
Here’s how Ray uses his:
  1. He highlights a free sales and marketing tool, directly tied to his tagline and messaging.
  1. He includes a link to join his online community for those who want to engage further.
Think about what would be most valuable to your audience. Maybe it’s a whitepaper, a free consultation, or a case study that demonstrates your expertise. Whatever it is, put it here.
This section isn’t just about sharing resources. It’s about guiding visitors to take action, and making it easy for them to do so.
 

Build trust in your "about" section

This is where you turn interest into confidence. Your "about" section isn’t just a summary of your career. It’s your chance to show why you’re the right person to help.
Start with a brief overview of what you do, then dive into specifics. For example:
  • What solutions do you offer?
  • What results have you delivered?
  • What’s your unique value?
Use this space to share social proof, metrics, accomplishments, or client success stories that show your credibility. For instance, if you’ve helped a company reduce churn by 50% or triple their revenue, say so.
End with a clear call to action. Whether it’s encouraging people to reach out or check out a specific resource, don’t leave them guessing what to do next.
 

Tie it all together with hashtags

Hashtags may seem like a small detail, but they make your profile searchable. Pick hashtags that reflect your expertise and audience. For example:
  • #entrepreneurship
  • #B2Bsales
  • #growthstrategy
These tags help you show up in the right searches and position you as an authority in your field.
 

Why this approach works

When your LinkedIn profile is set up like a funnel, it does the heavy lifting for you. Instead of leaving visitors to piece together who you are and what you do, you’re guiding them through a clear and seamless journey.
As a founder or executive, your time is better spent closing deals or leading your team, not chasing down leads. An optimized profile means people come to you already knowing the value you bring.
 

Next steps

Take a few minutes to review your LinkedIn profile. Does your tagline clearly explain who you help and how? Does your banner image reinforce that message? Are you using your featured section to drive action?
If not, it’s time to make those updates. Once your profile funnel is in place, it’ll work for you around the clock, bringing in connections, inquiries, and leads while you focus on what matters most.
Stay tuned for the next part, where we’ll take a deep dive into optimizing the hero section of your profile. Let’s get to work.
 
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Written by

Tom Gray
Tom Gray

Co-founder at getflow.co