Ty Hoesgen

Do you ever try to explain something in a meeting,
but it doesn’t come out as clearly as you want it to?

You over-explain.
You're not concise. 
Or you leave the meeting overthinking:

“I should have said that better.”

Most people assume they just need "more practice"
That’s rarely the problem.

It's actually about a lack of structure.
And how your brain responds to pressure. 

That's why  work with professionals who want 
to be seen as more clear, confident, and credible.

(especially in high-stakes situations)

So far, I’ve coached 330+ professionals with a 99% success rate. 

Many are managers, directors, executives, and founders. 
People in positions where clarity actually matters. 

The work focuses on 3 things:

1.) Clear, concise speaking on the spot

2.) Confidence and composure under pressure

3.) Executive presence in important situations

This is 1-on-1, customized, and built around 
the real-life meetings, presentations, and 
conversations you'd like to speak better in. 

If crystal clear speaking would be helpful 
for you and your professional life,

DM me “CLEAR" to learn more.

Founder & CEO / Communication Coach

🧠 Advanced Growth Institute is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations from around the world master their communication and people skills. 

🏆 1.) Elite Private Coaching — for individuals who want to gain a positively unfair advantage in their life and career. 

💬 Our Elite Communication Accelerator is a private coaching program for growth-minded individuals who want to:

✅ Advance their career
✅ Become strong, influential leaders
✅ ​Get more respect
✅ Earn what they deserve
✅ ​Elevate their social life
✅ Form deeper relationships
✅ ​Live a less stressful life 

📈 AGI works closely with clients on their communication and people skills, helping them overcome unique challenges and accomplish their personal and professional goals. 

⭐ 2.) Custom Corporate Trainings — for organizations who care deeply about their team members and clients, and want to maximize their success in every interaction. 

🎤 Attendees are taught practical, science-backed communication strategies to boost sales, form deeper relationships, build trust and influence, listen with intention, and connect better with clients, co-workers, and customers.

✍️ Our captivating presentations have attendees smiling, laughing, rapidly taking notes, and leaving with a ton of actionable takeaways. 

📖 3.) Other Resources — best-selling books, courses, guides, video trainings

7 easy things to do this week to be a better speaker: 

1.) Think of your point before speaking. 

2.) End your points with strong volume.

3.) Be clear - don’t beat around the bush. 

4.) Hold eye contact (most of the time). 

5.) Use examples when possible. 

6.) Take your time - speaking isn’t a race. 

7.) Use more “you” and less “I”

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Which 1 jumps out at you the most?

And how good are you at following directions? 😅

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Helping leaders & teams communicate with clarity & confidence 🏆 World Class Certified Speaking Coach / 3x Bestselling Author / TEDx Speaker / Trusted by leaders at Amazon, Microsoft, & More

Welcome, I appreciate you being here. Quick question - can you relate to any of these?

→ You don't always explain your points clearly and concisely.
→ You sometimes feel nervous when speaking or presenting to groups.
→ You don't feel as confident in difficult situations (or around certain people).
→ You find it hard to organize and articulate your thoughts on the spot. 

If so, I totally get it. 

Even the lifetime overachievers and high performers feel this way sometimes. 

But what if you could make these 3 changes?

1) Learn to speak with unshakeable confidence
2) Master charisma to captivate any audience
3) Learn to organize and articulate your thoughts clearly and concisely 

(Especially on the spot or in high pressure situations)

If you do, you could gain:

— The ability to stay calm under pressure
— The power to own the room when speaking
— Increased respect from everyone you meet 
— A strong reputation in your company and industry 
— Open doors to new career/business opportunities

Now you might be thinking, 

"This all SOUNDS good Ty, but how the heck do you actually get there?" 😅

Great question. That's where coaching comes in! 

There are 3 key parts of my coaching program: 

1.) Personalized 1-on-1 coaching sessions tailored to your needs
2.) Step-by-step weekly plans to ensure constant improvement
3.) Messaging access for additional support and questions throughout the week 

Everything in the program is backed by science (and has been done with hundreds of people)

Because I know everything works, there's a 100% money back guarantee.

And if you're curious, here's a bit more about me:

→ Former shy, awkward farm kid who was a TERRIBLE speaker and loved avoiding people 

→ Today, 330+ professionals coached 1-on-1 across tech, sales, healthcare, finance, and more

→ World-Class Certified Speaking Coach
(Trained by Craig Valentine, former #1 ranked public speaker in the world) 

→ 3x best-selling author on communication skills 

→ TEDx speaker (recent talk given April 2025)

With all that said...

If you're ready to elevate your speaking skills and advance your career...

DM me the word “COMMUNICATION” 

Happy to have a quick chat about how everything works.

***Please mention whether you're interested in:

- 1-on-1 coaching programs
- Corporate group trainings

Book Your Free Strategy Session

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Speak clearly and confidently under pressure in 90 days (guaranteed) / World Class Certified Speaking Coach / 3x Bestselling Author / TEDx Speaker / 330+ clients coached

The fastest way to RUIN your speech or presentation…

Is to realize you’re short on time.

Because most people get this wrong. 

Let me explain:

Early on in my career, whenever I realized I was short on time… 

Whether it was a presentation, speech, or even a meeting…

I’d speed up. 
Stop pausing.
Try to get through all the content I had planned. 

But every time… it was terrible.

People’s eyes would glaze over.

They were clearly struggling to follow along.

And it made me look disorganized.

Here’s what I learned: 

When you rush to get through everything, the audience doesn’t think:

“Wow, he is so efficient! 
He wants me to get the most out of this!”

They actually think: 

“He clearly didn’t manage his time well. 
Now he’s rushing to compensate.”

The best speakers do the opposite.

When they realize time is tight, they continue to keep their pace under control. 

But they edit on the spot. 

They cut anything that isn’t crucial.

They only say what’s most important.

If you do this right, your listeners should have no idea what’s happening. 

So if you’re running out of time, don’t rush your words. 

Edit them. 
Finish calm. 
Finish under control. 

You got this.

Lots of blessings this holiday season.

One that stands out: 

The people I care about are happy, healthy, and each growing in their own ways. 

It’s a wonderful thing. 

What’s 1 blessing in your life you’ve been recently reminded of?

I used to hate meeting people.

Now I love it.

And it’s made life a lot easier.

But I didn’t become more outgoing.

I worked on 3 skills: 

1. First impressions. 

- Confident body language 
- Focus on the other person
- The right tone of voice 

2. Small talk. 

- Best questions to ask 
- Building connections quickly
- Steering conversations in positive directions 

3. Answering questions. 

- Making boring answers more interesting
- Being confident but not arrogant 
- Knowing when to joke and when to be serious 

Having go-to answers for common questions like: 

“What do you do?”

Has been particularly helpful. 

That one skill alone has led to clients, referrals, and opportunities I never expected.

My clients experience this too.  

One of my clients ended up interviewing for a job with a 30% higher salary… 

Because of a conversation with someone he met on the train. 

The man said my client "made a great first impression"

And connected him with someone from his company. 

My client didn't take the job because they needed him in the office more than he wanted, but the point still stands 😅

The more you level up these skills, 

The more these things will happen. 

What do you think - is this something you could level up in 2026?

And what have you found helpful when meeting new people?

I made 3 BIG mistakes when 
learning to speak better...

1.) Thinking “just speaking more” would help me improve
2.) Memorizing scripts with fancy words 
3.) Copying other people who sounded confident

These seem like they could be helpful. 

But they don’t solve anything. 

Here’s what actually makes a difference:

(Based on over a decade of learning and 300+ clients)

1.) Clarity
Clear and concise = easy for others to understand 

2.) Delivery
Engaging voice = easy for others to keep listening 

3.) State 
Optimized state = easy for you to speak at your best 

If you're lacking in one of these,

Things are harder than they need to be. 

But they're all important to learn. 

Do you agree?

Can’t go home for the holidays without getting a workout in with my best pal. 

And as a bonus:

The more calories you burn earlier in the day… 

The more you can eat at Christmas dinner. 

(At least that’s what I tell myself) 

Merry Christmas Eve! 🎄

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P.S. What are you most excited about this holiday season?

I still replay conversations in my head.

I think, “I should have said that differently”

And it bothers me. 

But thankfully, it doesn’t happen much anymore.

In fact, it’s pretty rare now. 

Only because I have tools I can rely on.

Tools to:

— Speak more clearly 
— Stay more composed 
— Articulate with intention 

And most of the time, I say what I mean to say.

But when I don’t….

There are other tools that help me move on quickly. 

(The “toolbox” has grown a lot over the years 🧰) 

Because there’s a big difference between: 

1.) Being annoyed about something for a few MINUTES 

vs.

2.) Being annoyed about something for a few DAYS 

Remember this: 

You don’t need to speak perfectly.

You just need the right tools to speak at your best.

Do you ever replay conversations in your head?

And do you ever think “I should have said this differently”?

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How to Handle “Grinches” and Overly Negative People

Did you encounter any Grinches over the holidays? 

How about someone who was: 

- Extremely negative?
- Bringing you down?
- Constantly complaining?

It’d be great to avoid these people altogether. 

But sometimes that isn’t realistic.

So here are 3 things you can do to make these conversations as short as possible: 

1.) Make minimal eye contact. 

Eye contact increases connection and engagement. 

(Not what you want with this type of person)

2.) Don’t nod. 

Nodding shows you’re listening and encourages them to keep going. 

(Again, not ideal)

3.) Don’t add anything. 

Both agreeing and disagreeing will add fuel to the discussion. 

Disagreeing will certainly add more.

But any contribution will keep them talking WAY longer. 

If you feel the need to say something, limit it to neutral things like: 

- Mmm
- Got it  
- Never thought about that 


And if they don’t take the hint after awhile… 
(many won’t)

Raise your hand (visual cue) and say:

“NAME, I totally hear what you’re saying. 

I need to run to the washroom/get a drink/get some air/catch up with XYZ/say hi to XYZ. 

I hope you enjoy the rest of your day/night.”

Then exit quickly. 


NOTE: 

There are obviously warmer ways to handle and leave a conversation. 

But remember - this is for the true Grinches. 

The people who really bring you down. 

It’s important to protect your time and energy. 

So you don’t want to encourage future conversations with them. 

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P.S. Would you try any of this?

I sincerely hope you don’t have to 😅

You don’t get better at speaking by thinking about speaking.

But you do need 1 thing BEFORE you start practicing. 

Clarity on your flaws. 

We can also say “areas of improvement” if that makes you feel better 😅

Progress starts from awareness. 

Because if you don’t know what you’re doing wrong, 

How are you supposed to fix it?

So pay extra attention the next few days. 

Notice: 

- When you ramble 
- Which filler words you use 
- When the words don’t come out right 
- Which situations feel less comfortable  

No judgment. 

Just see what comes up.

You got this.

This is something a lot of people 
don’t think about with communication…

It’s the level of intention they have. 

Most people are on autopilot throughout the day.

And their communication suffers. 

Don’t be one of them. 

My challenge to you is the following: 

Before the next conversation you have…

Set an intention for:
 
- How you want to show up 
- How you want to communicate 

It costs nothing. 

And it takes almost no time. 

I bet you’ll notice a difference. 

Do you accept the challenge?

Had an INSANE dream last night. 

I dreamed that people stopped saying “just following up” 

Then I woke up and checked my email. 

Definitely just a dream. 😅

I also see a lot of emails ending with just:

“Thanks" 

Even though most of them aren’t thanking you for anything.

Emails are funny, aren’t they?

You don't want to sound the same as everyone else. 

But you also don't want to be too crazy, right?

Here’s what I find works best. 

If I do these things, I tend to get better responses: 

1.) Use positive priming words 
(But not too many)  

2.) Have lots of white space 
(No big chunks of text)

3.) End with a question 
(No "thanks" unless there’s a reason)

4.) Avoid wildly overused phrases 
(Touch base, follow up, etc.)

What do you think? 

Are there any funny things you've noticed about emails over the years?

One thing I’ve noticed about great speakers:

They don’t just try to sound confident.

They try to sound clear.

And here’s where it gets interesting:

Most people think confidence comes first.

And it does for some. 

But for others, it really shoots up when they become more clear.

For example:

1.) You explain a point clearly. 
2.) People buy in and are on board. 
3.) Confidence increases. 

Rinse and repeat. 

Next thing you know - 

Confidence is higher than ever. 

But I’m curious how this shows up for you:

Do you struggle more with confidence or clarity when you speak?

Are you usually a confident person, 
But don’t always speak at your best under pressure?

This is very common. 

I work with a lot of high-performers who are exceptional at what they do.

But when:

- The pressure’s on 
- They're put on the spot 
- Intimidating ppl are around

Their communication doesn’t always reflect that at the highest level.

They walk out of meetings thinking:

“That didn’t come out the way I wanted it to.”

Here’s the good news.

If you’re already confident most of the time, you don’t need to change much.

For example, one of my clients Kim was in a solid place in her career.

But with high-level stakeholders,

She didn’t always like how she was coming across.

She’d rush through things or second-guess herself after speaking.

And after completing my 1-on-1 program,

She doesn't have to worry about those things anymore.

Why? 

- She knows how to speak with calm authority.
- She gets to the point clearly and quickly.
- She leaves conversations feeling proud of how she spoke.

3 months from now, that could be you as well.

-

If that sounds interesting and you want to learn more...

Message me the word “CLEAR”

-

And no matter where you're at on your communication journey right now…

I'm rooting for you.

It’s 2026. STOP overexplaining yourself. 
(That means no more word zomit)

Have you ever heard someone take 3 mins to explain something that should have taken 30 secs? 

How frustrating is that to listen to? 

If you want to stand out as a clear, concise speaker, try using structure when explaining something. 

Here’s an example of structure: 

1.) Main idea/message 
2.) Why you think it
3.) Example or story to support it 
4.) Restate main idea/message 

In practice: 

1.) “Communication is one of the most valuable skills to learn.”

2.) “It helps you get more respect, build deeper relationships, and advance your career.”

3.) *Example of how improving my communication made me more successful*

(Or an example of how it helped someone else)

4.) “That’s why communication is one of the best skills a person can learn.”

I teach clients how to build the skills to speak with structure like this on the spot. 

So even if you don’t have time to prepare…

(which is most situations)  

You can be confident knowing you have the skills to give a clear, powerful answer. 

If you want to learn the exact process for building your speaking on the spot skills…

Message me the word “CLEAR”

Let’s leave the word vomit in 2025. 

Would you agree?

Most people overthink being likeable at work.

But it can be easy as doing 3 simple things.

(When I started doing these,
people helped me out WAY more)

1.) Give specific appreciation.

If you’re being specific,
you wouldn’t just say “thanks.”

You’d say:

“I appreciate you completing that
and sending it back so quickly.”

And remember to be generous
with your gratitude.

It builds relationships fast. 

2.) Make a note of personal details.

For example: 

if someone tells you about their dog,
(and the dog’s name is Bark Twain)

Write down that name
in a note on your phone.

Then ask them about Bark Twain
next time you see them.

People love when you 
remember these things.

3.) Be an optimist.

Being overly negative
is a very unattractive quality.

Instead of complaining about problems,
focus on solutions, next steps,  
and moving things forward. 

Reflection time: 

Which one of these 3 things
could YOU be better at?

You’ve lost your audience’s attention when speaking. 

How do you get it back?

Here are 3 things the best speakers in the world do: 

1.) Add some vocal variety.

— Speed up or slow down your pace 
— Raise or lower your volume 
— Emphasize a word or phrase 

2.) Ask a question.

Example:

"Has this ever happened to you? *pause*

How did that feel?" *pause again*

The pauses give them a chance to answer the question in their minds. 

3.) Get them involved with an exercise.

a.) Have them turn to the person next to them.

And practice what they just learned.

Or if that doesn’t make sense…

b.) Have them trade ideas on something that you just spoke about. 

This should be quite quick.

Around 30 seconds or so. 

Summary: 

— Vocal variety
— Questions
— Exercises

(Bonus: Tell a story)

Ideally these things would already be planned in advance. 

That way you don't lose your audience's attention to begin with. 

But if it does happen… 

You need to have the right tools on your tool belt. 

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P.S. Do you have any presentations or speeches coming up this year? 

(Even short ones at work count)

This is a weird thing I do to feel less nervous when speaking. 

No exaggeration - this changed my life. 

I view every situation as practice. 

Instead of a performance. 

This applies to everything: 

- Meetings 
- Presentations 
- Speaking engagements 
- Everyday conversations 

It’s all practice for you to get better. 

I grew up as a very shy, awkward kid. 

And I really struggled with speaking when I entered the professional world. 

But once I learned and applied this… 

Improving my speaking skills became MUCH easier. 

And I still think about this today. 

What do you think?

Do you see how this could work?

3 Reasons Why Dave Chapelle is GREAT at Speeches: 

1.) Pacing 

- He takes his time. 
- He sounds extremely calm and composed. 

His words carry more power this way. 

2.) Storytelling 

- He uses relevant stories. 
- He knows it's a speech so uses much shorter ones than his standup. 

He connects with the audience more this way. 

3.) Humor 

- He tells jokes (no surprise here) 
- He alternates from serious to funny 

He captivates the audience more this way. 

(Compared to being serious the entire time or funny the entire time)

What did you think of his speech?

Here’s the real reason you overthink important conversations:

It’s not just a lack of certainty or confidence.

It’s also what pressure does to your thinking. 

When Josh and I started working together, high-pressure moments scrambled his thoughts.

Sales calls with big prospects. 
Important internal meetings.

He knew his material. 
And was an intelligent guy. 

But when the pressure kicked in, 

He overthought what to say and how to say it.

So what did we do? 

1.) Trained him to simplify, organize, and clearly articulate his thoughts

2.) Taught him science-backed tools to stay more calm and composed under pressure 

3.) Focused on communicating with control and intention (verbally and nonverbally)

Here’s the part most people miss.

Confidence doesn’t come from forcing yourself to be bold.

It comes from clarity and control when it matters.

Shout out to Josh for being such an awesome client. 

He was hard-working, eager to learn, and followed the plan step-by-step. 

And the good news is this:

These are skills ANYONE can learn.

Do you agree?

Happy New Years Eve ✊

Here’s an important question for you: 

*What’s 1 thing you’re proud of from 2025?*

You might have a win or a milestone that comes to mind immediately. 

But if nothing jumps out right away, think about: 

- Starting a good habit 
- Stopping a bad habit 
- A positive internal change
- A difficult situation you overcame
- A small improvement in any aspect of life 

When someone asked me this question, the first thing that came to mind was my TEDx talk. 

But it doesn't have to be something big. 

It could be anything.

What’s yours? 

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And if you can’t think of ONE thing you’re proud of…

You gotta step up your game next year. 😅

Helping you design visuals that convert faster | #1 Designer, Singapore 🇸🇬 | 5k+ designers learn with me! | Mentored 150+ students | Womentech Ambassador

Are you a coach or brand struggling to stand out despite having real expertise and a story worth telling?

You’re not alone.
And you’re definitely not the problem!

I’m Simran, brand strategist + designer for coaches and brands who want to lead with clarity.

I’ve helped 100+ brands and creators globally to turn their ideas into visuals and messaging that actually connect and convert...

And I built my own brand in 6 months… ranking #1 in Singapore on Favikon.

■ What I’ll do for you:

1. Design cheatsheets, banners, logos, websites, and social graphics that match your voice
2. Build content strategies that resonate
3. Craft messaging that makes your audience to convert.

Ready to redesign your brand?

→ Click the link in my bio or featured
→ Hit “Book Appointment”
→ Secure your spot

Or DM me “BRAND” and I’ll guide you personally.

Still not convinced?

Take a look at my client recommendations, and you’ll see why I’m the right call 😊

Simran Pant

2025 was obsessed with minimal design.
In 2026, that same approach is costing you more unless...

You let your designs feel human again.
A little messy. A little real.
instead of the usual template🥺

Not because templates are bad. 
But because they feel…so familiar.

Here's how you go bold this year👇

1. Playful letters
   → fonts that feel alive and not just arial
2. Human + AI
   → combine the skills and not replace them
3. Character Branding
   → include the personality and not just logo
4. Retro Futurism
   → Bring in the bold, neon looks
5. Layered Visuals
   → Layer them to add depth and drama
6. Storytelling layouts
   → Designs that actually talk to you
7. Distorted Potraits
   → Showcase those emotions
8. Grainy Design
   → Remove the noise, and add texture instead
9. Social Graphics
   →Make your design move and flow

Because in 2026,  
our designs are not fighting for attention.
 
They’re fighting for actions,
the kinds that make them stop,
feel and remember you.

So if your design feels “too much"
maybe its exactly what they need this year ❤️

P.S. Which of these scares you the most?

♻️ Reshare if you learnt something new

Content design & cheatsheets people actually save | #1 Designer Singapore🇸🇬 | Market Spacelasers for a Living

Design Trends in 2026

Just had one of my biggest LinkedIn moments
and this one, made me cry…🥺
Jasmin Alić, Link Up community awarded me

“The Most Coachable” award... 
(That means I’m not just gaining followers, I’m gaining hearts ❤️) 
 
It made me remember where I first started an year ago in Link Up
where it was just a few impressions and just my close friends liking it
 
I did not feel confident, I just felt scrolled on at times….
but then taking his feedback, doing the homework
(yes he is very serious about that!)
 
and his relentless belief helped me finally think
 
“I really did it!” 🥺
 
Because when your coach sees your potential,
You know you’re on the right track.
 
LinkedIn may take time for visibility, 
But only if you’re going in the right direction.
 
Many will give you advice here, 
but Jasmin gives us opinions... 
That actually work for you.
 
So today, I am just here to say that
 
“If someone gives you genuine feedback”,
 you take it and you work on it.”
 
You may feel like it’s not for you right now,
 but one day, you'll look back and feel so proud.
 
and your mentor would be clapping the loudest.
 
To Jasmin Alić ,THANK YOU for being brutally honest with me. 
It wasn’t easy at times,, but you pushed me more than I can explain.
 
So, to anyone reading this,
 
Don’t run and don’t quit.
Your moment is coming, even if you can’t see it yet.💛
 
(It took me 365 days to earn mine!)💪🏻
 
P.S. What’s that one feedback you got that made you realize, “Wow, it actually works” ?
(I'm sure Jasmin’s opinions are at the top of our lists because... they just work!)

♻️ Repost to get special access to LinkUp today, and create a better "YOU" 💛

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Simran gets awarded the best designer and most coachable person by Jasmin Alic, Linkedin top creator in this image she is being seen getting the award and being highlighted as one of the top designers. This is an image of her with the award for best designer 2025.

12,000 family in two weeks, and before you type congratulations 😭
please… let me introduce myself first😅

Hi 🤍  You might be:
• new here, just observing
• a linkie who’s been learning with me
• or someone scrolling, because you're still not convinced by my hook (fair)

I was just a regular 9-5 worker who started off LinkedIn as a hobby
and somehow 12,000 people joined this family...

I’m not the loudest or the  smartest here

I'm just:
a designer sharing design trends & hacks
a brand marketer behind 200+ brands (yes, lasers too)
a youth LinkedIn ambassador who almost quit 5 times
a 20 something who still doesn’t know how to drive 😅
a friend to linkies in 30+ countries (and growing)

And yes…  somewhere along the way,

became one of the top Singapore creators!

Today isn’t just about numbers.  It’s about you.❤️

Your comments, your reposts, your reactions, even the scrolls, your love has been massive..

12k didn’t “happen” to me.  
It happened because of every single one of you 🤍

So what are we doing today??

Ranting? trying text-only posts? unfollowing someone? 
or just helping one person grow a little more (Name it...)

But wait....Before you scroll off.. 👀
am also giving out 12 profile reviews!

Yes! Just for today.  First 12.
♻️ Reshare to claim yours
or book here: https://lnkd.in/e-t2E7GD

P.S please don't just type congratulations 😭add some words in front 😂

I promise I’ll read every word,
because now you know me a little more❤️

If you're doing this on LinkedIn...
You're getting banned soon 🚫 
(Number 4 will make you delete that tool)
 
Most people approach LinkedIn growth like this:
 
"I'm gonna send 200 connection requests, automate my DMs, and just grow!" 👀

Okay cool... 
but LinkedIn doesn't care about your growth hacks 💀

They care about keeping their platform CLEAN,
for real humans to connect

LinkedIn isn't anti-growth.
It's just anti-lazy growth. 

Here's what will get you banned👇 

→ Spammy connection requests 
→ Copy-paste DMs that are salesy
→ Fake profiles and fake authority 
→ Automation without limits 
→ Too many "I don't know this person" flags

Basically....
If You're trying to scale faster than you're building trust. 

And in 2026... 
LinkedIn's pattern-detection is NASTY
📉 One restriction can kill your momentum 
📉 One ban can erase YEARS of work

So here's your task (better... do it today)

1. Step 1: Use your REAL identity 
   → That fake US address, is not getting you clients
2. Step 2: Slow down 
   → < 100 requests per week = 🚩 Keep it personal
3. Step 3: Write like an actual human
   → Like the way you actually speak
4.  Step 4: Earn engagement BEFORE outreach 
   → Post. Comment. 
5. Step 5: Avoid shady tools
    → If LinkedIn didn't approve it, assume they're tracking it
   
That's it.
Growth is allowed. 
Spam is not.

P.S. "Send this to that one person automating everything... 
you know who I'm talking about 👀" 

Btw have you actually been restricted before?
(🤚I do get comment restricted at times)

6 ways linkedin will ban you in 2026. In this image Simran the top designer in Singapore talks about the 6 ways you will get banned on LinkedIn and a step-by-step process to avoid that. This image is a complete cheatsheet to the tools that will get you banned or restricted on LinkedIn

We both said "yes" to meeting up so fast...
that we ended up at the same shop... but different locations😂

(Yes we literally confirmed the same coffee house name...just wrong branches)

For those who don't know him yet...Meet Thomas Hoon 

(The guy who literally teaches people how to go global on LinkedIn 🌏)

We'd known each other for a year online, but this was our first 1:1

and I was kinda nervous (well SG's top creators duh??)
PLUS the whole mix up didn't help much.....😅

But when he showed up, actually dressed up as a Gen-z
I was like "We're definitely vibing now💛

"Thomas Hoon taught me 2 things....

1. You don't have to quit to build something new

If they complement each other, they can grow side by side. 

As someone building LinkedIn on the side, this was exactly what I needed 😅 

So yes, my 9-5ers... you don't have to quit your job to build a brand here 
(There, I said it 🎤)

2. Stay away from transactional people

The ones that start with: “What do I get?”

(Run!!🏃‍♂️)

Real connections never nego their value
They build it… slowly… together.

"Like... just look at us! Feels like friends meeting again
(And yes, I’m still not over his hat 😂)"

And now? 
We're actually working on something together

You might see him as a top creator... 

But he's really just a humble person,
an incredible mentor and a millennial who somehow knows how to Gen-Z... 😅

P.S. Follow him, I guarantee you'll get some Chinese style hacks in

P.P.S Btw... do you rant about LinkedIn with fellow creators too?

P.P.S Who else is loving the Nirvana vibes in this picture!🎸

2 singapore Linkedin creators meeting each other in this image they talk about LinkedIn

2025 was the year I finally realised I wasn’t doing this alone. And honestly… that changed everything 💛

because you just became part of my journey💛

The year’s almost over and… you guys 🥹  
After nearly 72 hours of reflection, here’s what truly stayed with me:

1. This year, we learned together, ranted the algo, almost quit but still grew to 12k+ family
2. This year, we got recognised by the #1 LinkedIn creator himself. (Still feels unreal)
3. This year, we walked into LinkedIn HQ in Singapore and met the brains behind this platform
4. This year, we raised our revenue by 2x almost!
5. And most importantly…we finally figured out how to make 9–5 and LinkedIn coexist without burning out

These weren’t personal wins.  
They were community moments.
 
Every single one of you played a part 
and I’m genuinely, grateful 💛

See you next year! 
Same heart. More presence.

(And yes… I’m about to tag all 75 of you now 😌)

P.S. To anyone reading this, thank you for just being you💛

Official sign off for the year.... Bye now👋

2025 Simran's Recap

This 2026, don’t be the next Jasmin Alic or Lara Acosta
 
Become the next YOU.
 
When I first started on LinkedIn (linkie, for me 💛),
 
I thought the secret was copying.
 Their tones, their hooks
 
I’d even ask GPT,
 “Make this sound like Jasmin.”
 
Only to read it back and think… 
“Why does this feel so… not me?” 😭
 Every post felt so off.

Why?
 I was forcing a voice that wasn’t mine.
 
I believed if I wrote in my own voice, no one would care.
I was wrong...
 
The moment I owned my voice, people didn’t just read
 they connected, they actually remembered!!
 
That’s when it clicked:
Your story already exists.💛
 
You just need to learn how to write them, and here’s how👇
 
1. Far Past: Lessons from your past. 
→Simple stories people can relate to.
 
Example: “Funny how my part-time jobs taught me more about selling than any classroom ever did.” 😂
 
2. Recent Past: Share what’s fresh. 
→Look at your social calendar or DMs for inspiration.
 
Example: “Recently caught up with an AI founder who wanted to shut AI out completely…”
 
3. Present:  Share your thoughts and ideas as they come
→Always carry a notebook..
 
Example: “I was reading Alex’s book when this thought hit me…”🥺
 
4. Trending: Jump into trending topics. 
→Add your own take to spark engagement.
 
Example: “Reach is down, yes. But we’re still ‘growing on LinkedIn’.”
 
5. Manufactured: Pick a topic your audience finds interesting
→Learn it and then share it. It’s more effort, but worth it.
 
Example: “I thought I knew design… until I realised the most important part was never taught.” 
 
The bottom line is life happens it does with all of us… 
You can benefit by just sharing it with others
 That’s how you win hearts, not just likes. 💛
 
P.S. This is my first post on a saturday.. and it is "..." do you post on weekends too? Could really use some feedback here
 
♻️ Reshare, if you learnt how to write your own story...

In this post Simran the top designer in Singapore, talks about how you should quit on copying other creators, and should stick to owning your own voice. She brokes down step-by-step a framework that can be used on how to write personal stories on LinkedIn

Most people think LinkedIn company page is extra work.
 It’s not. You just have to sync them better.
 
Want to know how?  Come a little closer. 🤧
No fancy strategy.
No extra team.
 
Just consistency and a few smart tweaks.
Here’s how:
 
1. Optimize everything. I mean everything!
   →  Banner, URL, and especially your multiple descriptions. 
   → These spots quietly drive a lot of traffic.
   
2. Stay active in comments.
   →  But not just from your personal account. 
   → Switch your “role” so you comment as your company page too.
 
Make sure it has its own unique tone and voice.
 
3. Sync your posting rhythm.
 
→ If you post daily personally, 
Have your company page repost every one of those and comment on other posts.
 
→ If you post 2-4 times a week, 
Alternate between personal posts and company page posts.
One day you. One day the brand.
 
Most people ignore their business pages.
(And miss out on one of LinkedIn’s most underrated reshare opportunities.)
 
When both your personal and company pages work in sync,
You build visibility, trust, and authority faster.
 
Treat your company page like a living,
 brand not just a static brochure. 💛
 
So tell me…
Have you found a rhythm that works for both yet?
 
P.S. Your personal brand is already working.
 Just, don’t leave your company page behind.
 
♻️ Reshare, if you learnt something new today

This image summarises how to work on your company linkedin page and optimise. This framework shared by Simran, Singapore's top designer talks about a step-by-step guide on how to optimise, update your link, engage and post. In this image all the frameworks are shared in an actionable manner for anyone looking to launch their company page.

Jasmin Alić 3R Framework
 
A secret to creating offers people say YES to ❤️
 
For the longest time,
 I thought my offers needed to be louder.
 More features.
 More explaining.
 
Turns out…
 they just needed to be clearer. ✨
 
Today, I’m sharing Jasmin Alić framework that helped my offers feel like
 “This is exactly what I needed.”
 
Here’s how it works:
 
1. WHAT 
   → What do you actually sell? 
   → Don't complicate it, just say it in one sentence.
   
2. WHO 
   → Who’s this for? 
   → If you’re saying “everyone,” you’re saying “no one.” Be Specific

3. WHAT FOR 
   → What’s the real benefit? 
   → What pain or problem does your offer solve?
   →  Think about what your audience needs, not just what you’re selling.

4. HOW
    → How’s it gonna work?
    →  Don’t get lost in the details, but give them enough to know how you’re going to deliver this solution.
   
5. WHY 
   → What’s the emotional connection? 
   → Go beyond the features. 
   → Why does this matter on a deeper level? 
   → What will it feel like once they’ve got it?
   
6. WHY NOT 
   → Be real. 
   → Tell them who this isn’t for. The more honest you are, the more they’ll trust you.
   → Own up to your limitations.
   
7. FAQ 
   →Answer the doubts.
   →What’s holding them back from saying yes? 
   →Address the big concerns so there’s no confusion.
 
The Root. Results. Returns
 
This 3R framework will help you create offers that people instantly understand...
 When people understand, they decide faster.
 
I’ve used it to increase trust with mine and it works 1000% ❤️
 
Ps. How do YOU create your offers? 
Do you follow a framework, or just go with what feels right?

In this image Simran the designer, talks about Jasmin Alic's 3r framework on how to build an offer. It is a step-by step process and the how-to steps to build a successful offer on LinkedIn. This image shows the 7 step process of how to get clients in.

So apparently… text-only posts are the scariest thing to do today, took 3 full days to hit "post" on this one 😩

These days, we're out here spending 60% of our time searching or designing that perfect visual.
 
Adjusting colors. Testing layouts. Adding gradients.
and upscaling that blurred image...(canva☠️)
 
Meanwhile, the actual writing? 
The hook that's supposed to stop the scroll?
 
Hmm. That gets 10 minutes and a prayer.

But you see the most viral posts on LinkedIn?

They're just… text. 
(Go check Jasmin Alić's page. will wait🥺)
 
No fancy graphics. No stock images.
Just writing that actually speaks to us
 
Here's what makes them work 👇
 
• A strong opening. 
• One short, bold sentence.  
• Short sentences. Under 12 words.  
• A second line that pulls you in, not explains.  
• Simple formatting. Wave or 1–3–1 works best. 
• No lonely words on an empty line of sentence.
• One idea at a time, with spaces for your audience.
• And a gentle question at the end, for them to engage.

The engagement might come in one like at a time.
But then? All at once 💛
 
P.S. Drop a 👍 if you're brave enough to try a text-only post this week. 
Let's see who's ready to just… write 👀
 
P.P.S. This post was checked 47 times before posting.
 No image to hide behind hits different 😅

(Repost for others who need to see this ♻️)

Designers....I have messy news😭
You might have to show your art board for your next big project

So here I am showing up mine!

Watch me design a space launch sticker from scratch and here we go....🥹

This was for a SpaceX rocket launch
where one of the satellites went up (yes we in space 🥹)

Lately I've noticed 1 thing that makes designs resonate...
You need to show the story behind them
the messier your story = the stronger their emotion

So how do you actually do that?

1. Show them WHY you chose that theme
   "Why that color?" "What does it make them feel?" 
   
   Went with blue neon theme for this one
    Bold. Electric. A little futuristic.
   
   See how sharing the "why" makes you pause? 
   That's what clients need✨
   
2. Layer the steps to show the progress
   Am I saying show every step? 
   
   Nope... compile them
   
   → Just the before/after doesn't show the struggle
   → But showing 3-5 key moments? 
   That tells the REAL story
    
   PLUS... when people see the process, 
   they understand the value 👀
   
As creators, 
we could keep designing forever.  
 
But its important
we start sharing the story and the emotion behind it ❤️

P.S. How messy are your designs? 👀

P.P.S. I do get lost in my own layers at times... 😂
Never ask a designer for a raw file.. that is our IP🙈

This design talks about SpaceX launch stickers created by Simran the number 1 designer in Singapore and how it alll comes together while on a rocket launch

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