🎙️ From 2K to 26K — How Nicole Ramirez Grew on LinkedIn Without Viral Hacks
Ever feel like you’re posting on LinkedIn and getting crickets?
In this episode, host Tiffany Ogwumike spills the tea with Nicole Ramirez, a marketing consultant and personal brand strategist who grew her LinkedIn from 2K to over 27K followers, no viral hacks, no engagement bait, just real strategy.
They talk about how to grow on LinkedIn without chasing trends, how to find your brand voice, and why showing your personality can be your biggest professional flex.
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[00:20] Intro — Welcome to The Social Media Tea
PodcastTiffany introduces the show and sets up today’s topic: how to grow on LinkedIn without viral hacks.
[00:40] Meet Nicole RamirezNicole shares her background in journalism, marketing, and personal branding.
[02:30] Her Journey Into Marketing & BrandingTiffany asks: “Who are you, what do you do, and how did you get started in marketing and personal branding?”
[05:20] From 2K Followers to Serious LinkedIn StrategyWhat made Nicole decide to get intentional about using LinkedIn?
[07:40] Advice to Her 2K-Follower SelfNicole reflects on what she wishes she’d known when starting out.
[10:54] The Real LinkedIn Tea, Growth Without Virality Nicole breaks down the strategies that helped her grow from 2K to 27K without relying on hacks.
[13:58] Quick Wins for New LinkedIn CreatorsTwo things you can start doing this week to grow your audience authentically.
[18:09] Finding Your Brand VoiceHow Nicole discovered her authentic tone and messaging style on LinkedIn.
[20:20] Personality vs. ProfessionalismBalancing being real with being professional online.
[26:45] Promoting Services AuthenticallyNicole shares how she helps clients build authority and attract real opportunities.
[28:45] Final Thoughts + TakeawaysTiffany wraps up the episode, authenticity and consistency > virality every time.
Nicole Ramirez is a marketing consultant and personal brand strategist who helps professionals and entrepreneurs grow their visibility, build authority, and attract real opportunities online.
With a background in journalism and marketing, she’s all about helping people show up authentically on LinkedIn.
Connect with Nicole:🔗
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nicolerayeramirez🌐 Website: nrdigitalconsulting.com
Connect with Tiffany (HOST):🔗
💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ogwumike-chiemezie-tiffany
📸 Instagram: @tiffany__social
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🔖 Keywords: LinkedIn growth tips, personal branding, social media strategy, how to grow on LinkedIn, Tiffany Ogwumike podcast, LinkedIn for entrepreneurs, LinkedIn tips 2025.
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