2025 Nominees
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Martina Dimoska
COUNTRY: Macedonia
INDUSTRY: Advancing Human Spaceflight Through Aerospace Innovations and Additive Manufacturing and Material Engineering
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be yourself and post about the things you genuinely care about while also supporting others and celebrating their milestones. Authenticity helps you connect with like-minded individuals and build a meaningful network on LinkedIn.
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Meredith Garofalo
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Media/Communications
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: You have to be willing to stay humble and kind, but also be willing to be your true authentic self with every post you make. Honesty and integrity are so important, and also being proud of your accomplishments, but also vulnerable enough to share life lessons that could help others. Also, don't be afraid to reach out and connect with others with similar passion and in your career field. You never know when that one connection could change your life, or you could do the same for them!
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Sophia Jones
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Leverage LinkedIn as an opportunity to celebrate, uplift, and learn from others.
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Gitika Gorthi
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Aerospace Medicine and Aerospace Education
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: You can thrive on LinkedIn by being authentic and sharing YOUR unique voice and story; LinkedIn is an incredible platform to form new connections and exciting collaborations. Take advantage of this global platform to share your work and inspire others to take part in similar endeavors.
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Mariam Naseem
COUNTRY: Pakistan & Canada
INDUSTRY: Aerospace (Planetary Geology)
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Use LinkedIn to share professional opportunities and valuable lessons learned throughout your career. Contributing to the community in a meaningful way goes very far!
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Fay Ghani
COUNTRY: Currently based in USA (originally from Iraq and New Zealand)
INDUSTRY: Medical Research in Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Use LinkedIn to connect and follow individuals and organizations that inspire you, and ones that also increase your knowledge about your field and share how you can get involved. Also, being consistent in engaging with other people via posts and messages is important to build meaningful connections and make use of the unique networking features that LinkedIn provides.
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Rachel Tillman
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Aerospace Education and Historic Preservation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Follow through and authenticity. Don't connect with people just because they are influential. Have a purpose and follow up. It helps me by
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Mileyca Oporta
COUNTRY: Costa Rica
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Use LinkedIn to showcase my expertise through articles, join relevant groups and events, and participate in discussions to expand your network.
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Jenny Showalter
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Business Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent, but don't write something just to write it. Being inspired and passionate about what you write if a key ingredient for post visibility and success. Others will be drawn to your authenticity.
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Ellen Moussou
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be open to connections! Ask questions, don't be afraid to send a message to someone new and get to know them. I have met many amazing new people because of this platform.
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Michelle “MACE” Curran
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Event services, Keynote Speaker & Author
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent, be authentic, be relatable, and deliver some sort of takeaway that people can use.
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Isi Casas Del Valle P.
COUNTRY: Chile
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Use LinkedIn to showcase your expertise through articles, join relevant groups, and be supportive of your network.
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Alice (McDermott) Davidson
COUNTRY: United Kingdom
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Daily posts and networking.
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Bita Cattelan
COUNTRY: Canada
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Build a strong profile, share valuable content, engage authentically, expand your network and stay consistent.
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Dr. Ruby Patterson
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Don't post & ghost! Stay present and interact with comments and reactions.
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Alice Pellegrino
COUNTRY: Italy
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: I would say focus on sharing value by posting industry insights, personal lessons, and tips that resonate with your network, and make sure to engage actively by commenting, liking, and sharing others' content to build meaningful connections
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Dr. Rowena Christiansen
COUNTRY: Australia
INDUSTRY: Space health, education and outreach
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be visible in a professionally relevant way, lift others up for their achievements and provide encouragement, explore new connections, and answer all your personal messages.
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Eleonore Cassandra Poli
COUNTRY: Switzerland
INDUSTRY: Aerospace research
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: To be concise yet inspirational in posts that show the progress and efforts that were put into different projects or companies - showing steps clearly to provide an idea of a roadmap for others who might chose a similar path and in so provide guidance
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Catalina Sánchez Vargas
COUNTRY: Costa Rica
INDUSTRY: Science and Tech
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent posting and reach to new people who can help you to expand your knowledge on the area that you want to expand your self at.
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Silvia Bianchi P.
COUNTRY: Canada
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Build meaningful connections for yourself and to help others in need
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Edith Mala Diop
COUNTRY: Côte d’Ivoire
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Thriving on LinkedIn, for me, has been about authenticity and meaningful connections. I focus on sharing my journey, to inspire others and highlight the importance of resilience and diversity. I engage actively with my network by sharing insights on leadership, mental well-being, and aviation, while also supporting others’ achievements. LinkedIn has become a platform where I not only celebrate milestones but also contribute to meaningful conversations that drive change in the industry.
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Ashira Beutler-Greene
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: NGO/Association
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Actively build and reinforce your professional network though follows and requests to connect. As someone who works remotely, LinkedIn is a great tool which helps you feel connected and learn from cross-industry stakeholder perspectives.
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Alexandra Sokolowski
COUNTRY: The Netherlands
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Posting regularly with meaningful insights and engaging with your network through commenting and sharing are my top tips for thriving on LinkedIn.
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Ilona (Ali) Münzer
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Aviation construction support
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Post consistently! Reach out to others and respond on posts.
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Seerat Maqsood
COUNTRY: Italy
INDUSTRY: Space Reproductive Biotechnology
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Sharing advancements, success stories, research insights and building connections.
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Shelley A. Svoren
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: I take the approach that when one woman succeeds, we all succeed. Use LinkedIn to build a community of fellow marathon runners who will push you to grow and think broadly about what success should look like to you. Sometimes this includes sharing your accomplishments (and how you achieved them) and other times you support and celebrate the career journey milestones of others.
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Emma Gatti
COUNTRY: Italy
INDUSTRY: Space journalism
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Create meaningful, community-focused content rather than purely self-promotional posts. Use compelling visuals, keep captions concise and impactful, and engage actively with your network. The key is to provide value—quality always wins over quantity.
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Lindsey Wiser
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Astrophysics and Space Policy
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: For those who aren't eager to write long posts (like me!), you can still get a lot out of LinkedIn by keeping your profile current, checking notifications regularly, and sharing posts and opportunities that are relevant to your network.
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Erika Armstrong
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: To thrive on LinkedIn, you must be willing to share your thoughts and present a different perspective on challenges and topics of conversation in the industry. It's hard to do because the trolls will try to destroy you, but if you have stuck a chord with your followers, your followers will destroy the trolls.
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Veronica Zunic
COUNTRY: Croatia
INDUSTRY: Aviation Training
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: I have never actually tried to thrive and gain followers on LinkedIn, primarily because my focus is on aviation training rather than gaining followers. I also lack the time and resources to be regularly posting. However, I would like to do more and become more involved in this area.
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Adriana Wheeler
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Consistently invite and network with new contacts and post relevant industry content.
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Burcu Ozesen
COUNTRY: Turkiye
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent with who you are and what you show on Linkedin. Engage more professionals in your business and expertise by connecting them physically or via webinars, meetings etc which will also lead you to have a greater community on Linkedin. Constantly develop your skills and share with your network those useful information, not just your attendance to a particular programme.
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Rachel Barth
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be super authentic - tag those you care about and comment on people's achievements they notice.
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Sumana Mukherjee
COUNTRY: India
INDUSTRY: Space Technology
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Share practical insights and always be honest.
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J.C. Wanja NJUE
COUNTRY: Australia
INDUSTRY: Aerospace & Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Showcase your expertise through articles
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Paula Mills
COUNTRY: United Kingdom
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Engage with posts that are relevant and learn from posts that you are perhaps are not so up to speed with. Keep communicating with your network and updating on what you are up to, as there may be lots of opportunities to work together and collaborate, of which you wouldn't normally find outside of in-person events, if it was not for LinkedIn.
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Maria Varmazis
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Media
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be yourself! Engage the way that feels right to you. If you don't want to post 'thought leadership' content daily, be the person who is brave and starts a thoughtful discussion in the comments.
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Benedetta Facini
COUNTRY: Italy
INDUSTRY: Physics - Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Post valuable content but only if relevant. Don't post too much, it's not like other social media.
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Julia Werner
COUNTRY: Germany
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be visible and bold, but stay authentic on LinkedIn. People value that you tell your story simply, open-mindedly and approachable. Respect and appreciation are always a matter in two directions and will return to you.
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Jessica Belcher
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Business Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Talk about yourself some, but talk about others more. Tag those who were involved in, inspired, or created the event you're sharing, always giving credit where credit is due.
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Lily Qiao
COUNTRY: Australia
INDUSTRY: Academia
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Consistent posting keeps your network engaged and informed about your expertise.
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Ruth “Rocket Woman” Harrison
COUNTRY: Australia
INDUSTRY: Defence & Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be authentic and share useful information. Engage with others but also take what you read and do your own research. Stick to your values and don't let others bring you down.
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Holly Pascal
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Listen more, read comments carefully, and you’ll understand what others truly want. That’s your opportunity to create meaningful value.
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Nora Almohizai
COUNTRY: Saudi Arabia
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent in posting valuable content, engage with other professionals' posts, and build meaningful connections.Description goes here
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Phnam Bagley
COUNTRY: USA/France
INDUSTRY: Space / Health
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: A consistent posting schedule, leading with the heart and the why, making sure your post has something for everyone: storytelling, technology discovery, business opportunity, industry alignment, compelling visuals. I don't love having my face on all the posts. Often, it's not about me, but about the positive impact and paradigm shift that inspires my audience to think beyond the status quo.
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Charlotte Pouwels
COUNTRY: Netherlands
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Write with passion ,care and show your personality. Don't copy paste from ChatGPT... and keep it short if you are asking people to take action. Nowadays, people scan and don't read if it does not catch their attention within 2 second.
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Angelique Van Ommbergen
COUNTRY: Germany
INDUSTRY: European Space Agency
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Consistency across the posts (both in terms of content, as in terms of timeliness), building clear informative posts and/or engage with the community, be respectful and responsive.
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Evie Kendal
COUNTRY: Australia
INDUSTRY: Education
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Use LinkedIn to amplify your voice and achievements beyond your immediate circle.
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Ekaterina Kostioukhina
COUNTRY: New Zealand
INDUSTRY: Space Medicine
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Use LinkedIn as a communication tool with amazingly talented people in your field of work, despite the distance and in a less formal setting such as emails which take longer time.
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Gabrielle M Caswell
COUNTRY: Australia
INDUSTRY: Space Port Owner, Medical Practitioner, Molecular Biochemist
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Provide interesting information, demonstrate your knowledge via considered articles, with good communication so many can learn and understand the concepts you are explaining.
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Daria Opekunova
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be authentic, genuine, and supportive. Share content that truly interests you or that you’ve found useful and insightful. Don’t be afraid to experiment with your content and try new approaches. Most importantly, have fun with it – LinkedIn is a great place to connect and share your passions with others!
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Dóra Babócs
COUNTRY: Hungary / USA
INDUSTRY: Space Surgery
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent in posting valuable content, engage with other professionals' posts, and build meaningful connections.
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Maria Vella
COUNTRY: Malta
INDUSTRY: Space Bioscience
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Use LinkedIn to share your achievements, offer meaningful insights that add value, inspire others through authentic engagement, repost impactful content, actively participate in discussions, and confidently reach out to connect with top professionals to expand your network.
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Emma M. Louden
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Aerospace--Astrophysics
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be authentic in your posts, messages, and networking. Engaging in a meaningful way can have a big impact on your community long term.
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Noor Haj-Tamim
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Approach every interaction with kindness and curiosity—everyone has something valuable to teach you.
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Dr. Julia Low
COUNTRY: Australia
INDUSTRY: Aerospace (Food and Nutrition)
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: I would say the number one tip is to avoid using AI-generated posts, as they tend to lose the audience's interest. Be consistent, but focus on sharing genuine thoughts as a professional, highlighting both the pros and cons of the research/tech they are trying to promote. Personally, I admire researchers and companies that acknowledge the limits of their knowledge while providing valuable insights on what can be done next, rather than focusing solely on self-promotion.
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Victoria Valdivia Cerda
COUNTRY: Chile
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent in professionally updating your achievements, and use appropriate channels to achieve your public goals. Be mindful of your behavior and maintain consistency in your profile. LinkedIn is a professional social network and a modern way to network. Finally, make sure to keep in touch with your contacts and respond to any messages promptly.
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Ilaria Cinelli
COUNTRY: Italy
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Share something you’ve truly worked on and deeply understand.
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Dr. Lisa McNamee
COUNTRY: Ireland
INDUSTRY: Aerospace Medicine
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Share resources and broaden your reach outside of your own specialism. You might be surprised what opportunities there might be adjacent to your core field or network.
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Gabriella Bernardi
COUNTRY: Italy
INDUSTRY: Freelance science journalist
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Use LinkedIn to showcase your expertise through articles, interviews, podcasts and participate in discussions to expand your network.
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Rachel Lyons
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be authentic! People love to celebrate your accomplishments - share that, while adding in some personal secret sauce of you!
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Laura Hoyos
COUNTRY: Spain
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN:
1. Build a Strong Personal Brand
• Optimize your profile with a clear headline that highlights your unique value proposition (e.g., Sales and Operations Broker in Aviation, Connecting Opportunities and Talent).
• Use a professional profile photo and an engaging banner aligned with your industry.
2. Share Valuable Content
• Post regularly about topics you’re passionate about, like aviation, operations, or career development.
• Share industry news, personal insights, and success stories, like your work on Career Wings.
3. Engage with Your Network
• Actively comment on and interact with posts from your connections.
• Acknowledge others’ achievements and provide thoughtful insights to start meaningful conversations.
4. Use LinkedIn’s Features
• Leverage LinkedIn polls, articles, and videos to share your knowledge.
• Add certifications, projects, or featured content to make your profile stand out.
5. Expand Your Network Strategically
• Connect with professionals in your industry, recruiters, and leaders who inspire you.
• Personalize connection requests to make a strong first impression.
6. Be Authentic
• Share your career journey, challenges, and lessons learned to inspire others.
• Show gratitude for your connections and celebrate milestones with your community.
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Olga Shoraka
COUNTRY: UK
INDUSTRY: Cloud Computing for Space industry
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent in posting valuable content, engage with other professionals' posts, and build meaningful connections
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Vera Pinto Gomes
COUNTRY: Belgium
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Share authentic content, engage meaningfully with others, showcase your expertise, and build genuine connections
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Annamaria Recchia
COUNTRY: France
INDUSTRY: Aerospace (Satellite Operator)
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: I think that tip number 1 is to be consistent in posting good content on a regular base, while engaging with other professionals' posts. I would like to post more original content and more often.Share authentic content, engage meaningfully with others, showcase your expertise, and build genuine connections
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Kristina Nikolaus
COUNTRY: Germany
INDUSTRY: Space & Defense
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent in posting valuable content, engage with other professionals' posts, and build meaningful connections
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Li Shean Toh
COUNTRY: United Kingdom
INDUSTRY: Academia
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be your authentic self but also be strategic on who is your target audience.
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Carmen Reglero Andrés
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Satellite communications
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Use LinkedIn to showcase your expertise through articles, join relevant groups, and participate in discussions to expand your network.
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Chanel Fischetti
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Emergency Medicine/Space Medicine
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: I think being genuine and thoughtful about posts, and meaningful in connections.
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Laura Barber
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Technology/Cloud
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent in posting useful and inspiring educational content, and promote diverse voices and insights to enrich learning.
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Lucie Ráčková
COUNTRY: Czechia
INDUSTRY: Academia/Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Engage actively with posts from others and with their comments on own posts, post relevant content somewhat consistent with personal brand, be kind, supportive, and brave!
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Prof. Dr. Claudia Stern
COUNTRY: Germany
INDUSTRY: Aerospace Medicine
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Give valuable information, short and precise
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Elena Grechi
COUNTRY: United Kingdom
INDUSTRY: SatCom
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be credible, post meaningful posts, if you have nothing to say. In a world where we are all over solicited my motto is: Aut tace, aut loquere meliora silentio
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Fani Kallianou de Jong
COUNTRY: United Kingdom
INDUSTRY: Multilateral Development Bank
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Try to find catchy words to start a post. Don’t lose your audience by saying “ I am delighted to …” or “l am honoured to participate in…” be different than the others.
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Alexia Tasoula
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Academia
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Thriving on LinkedIn isn’t about the number of posts - it’s about authenticity. Celebrate your achievements, promote science, and highlight the mentors and teams who shaped your journey. What truly attracts an audience is storytelling driven by genuine excitement and passion for your work, not attention-seeking. When you share with purpose and enthusiasm, you inspire others to engage and connect.
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Beza Tesfaye
COUNTRY: Ethiopia
INDUSTRY: Space Science and technologies
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Consistently engage with your network by sharing valuable content, commenting on industry-related posts, and joining relevant groups.
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Neda Senturk Alper
COUNTRY: Türkiye
INDUSTRY: Legal
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be informed, be kind, be authentic!
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Susan Charlesworth
COUNTRY: UK
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be human. Post real thoughts in a readable way, rather than the generic 'I am so proud / humbled / honoured + achievement' that I see a hundred times a day on LinkedIn
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Kodey Bogart
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Aviation Safety / Children's Book Author
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: To thrive on LinkedIn, one should consistently share valuable content, engage authentically with others, contribute to relevant groups, and showcase expertise through articles and thoughtful discussions to build meaningful connections and expand their network.
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Alison Goldwyn
COUNTRY: EU
INDUSTRY: Cosmic Edutainment
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Thriving on LinkedIn requires thriving within. If you're already filling up the tank at "home", everything else becomes bonus and reflects less "neediness" in posts.
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Kathryn B. Creedy
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Aerospace / Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: I've developed a strategic use for LinkedIn designed to bring other thought leaders to me. Networking is not just about connections. It is about sharing your expertise on behalf of your industry. I read dozens of stories on human resources, hiring, aviation/aerospace workforce initiatives, providing thought leadership on issues raised. By doing this I have built a following of 7,000+ organically and advise readers that simply joining an organization or site is not enough. To be successful you must be active, volunteering in industry groups and posting your thoughts about major issues concerning the industry on LinkedIn. That is the only way to get noticed and to find success in networking. I have also moved the needle on educating others about workforce issues as well as learned from others, which has made what I share richer. The advice I give is to leverage people you meet at industry events by connecting with them on LinkedIn to learn the details of what they do and then participating by commenting on their posts. That has given me recognition I did not have before I built my LinkedIn presence.
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Luísa Santos
COUNTRY: Brazil
INDUSTRY: Space Sector - Astronautics and Aerospace Menteer and Consultant
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be authentic, on LinkedIn or in your professional life, being yourself is the best essence of striking and powerful content.
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Joan Melendez Misner
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Engage with fellow colleagues and friends in industry.
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Priya Abiram
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Aerospace Engineering
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: To thrive on LinkedIn, focus on sharing content that is genuinely helpful to others. Provide knowledge, resources, and information that add value to your network while continuously learning about your industry and paths to success. Remember, it’s about building a community—fostering collaboration and mutual growth—rather than solely self-promotion.
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Paola Breda
COUNTRY: Germany
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: LinkedIn is a great place to show yourself and your skills but don't boost yourself just for the sake of having likes or followers. I genuinely post on topics where I am passionate about, or to publicly acknowledge the hard work of colleagues and friends. Be consistent and motivated through your posts, your followers will start to react and think out of curiosity "aha, here is what she or the team is being working for a while".
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Majo Perdomo Cuevas
COUNTRY: United States - Panama
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: To succeed on LinkedIn, concentrate on sharing genuine content that showcases your journey and expertise. Engage meaningfully with others and cultivate authentic relationships—because real impact transcends likes and is about creating lasting connections.
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Dr. Tracy Leigh Lamb
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Advanced Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be considerate professional authentic, post quality material
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Basuti Gerty Bolo
COUNTRY: Botswana
INDUSTRY: Academia
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent in posting valuable content, engage with other professionals' posts, and build meaningful connections.
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Dr. Ömur Kahraman
COUNTRY: Turkey
INDUSTRY: Aviation & Tourism
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Follow the interesting people and do comment.
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Miriam Puertos
COUNTRY: Spain
INDUSTRY: Aerospace and Satellite
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent in posting valuable content, engage with other professionals' posts, and build meaningful connections.
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Beth Mund
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Space Exploration & Communication
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Don't be afraid to ask! I've invited people to share their time, ideas and expertise, and most people are happy to oblige- however- I ALWAYS ask how I can return the favor in some way. If there's any expertise I can share or offer as an appreciation for their advice, time, etc., I make sure to make both my "ask" specific and clear, and I always follow up with a thank you note.
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Anastasia Stepanova
COUNTRY: Russia / United States
INDUSTRY: Space resources, space biomedical experimentsts
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be real and honest, it always attracts people.
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Kryn Ambs
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Aerospace / Commercial Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Stay actively engaged with professionals and in discussions to form meaningful connections and build upon ideas, share your latest achievements and involvement in activities/organizations relevant to your field, share opportunities for others to get more involved, make yourself available to network when approached and be intentional with those who you initiate conversations with when networking
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Esti Peshin
COUNTRY: Israel
INDUSTRY: Aerospace and Defense
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: It's important to be consistent in publishing content. The content has to be brief, concise and provide value to the readers (e.g. inspiration is value).
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Colleen McLeod Garner
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Commercial
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Thrive on LinkedIn by sharing authentic and valuable content that reflects your expertise, engaging thoughtfully with others’ posts, and building meaningful connections. Showcasing achievements, supporting others, and staying active in relevant discussions can help expand your network and inspire collaboration.
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Jessica Ruttenberg
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Military, Aviation, Nonprofit
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: It's important to interact with your audience on LinkedIn. Don’t just post and leave—stay engaged by responding to comments and fostering conversations. LinkedIn is more than just a social media platform; it’s an opportunity to build genuine connections and grow your network.
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Kelly Roby
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Consistency is key, but I prefer relevant and engaging content over posting just to say I posted. I try to connect with three new industry colleagues a week and engage with posts 3x a week to stay connected.
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Nicole Robinson
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Satellite Communications
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: To thrive on LinkedIn, I believe it's best to focus on the audience you are trying to reach in order to generate content that is compelling and active in nature. It can be tempting to post about a specific product or company, each of which is fine, however ideal when the core of the message is what the recipient will learn or can do with the information. Somewhat of the "so what" factor.
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Roselyn “ICON” Clemente Fuentes
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Flight and Operational Medicine
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be genuine with your passion and that will show through your posts.
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Nicola Bukowiecka
COUNTRY: Poland/United States
INDUSTRY: Astrophysical Researcher
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be genuine.
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Giovanna Estefania Ramírez Ruiz
COUNTRY: Colombia
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: To succeed on LinkedIn, it is essential to be consistent in posting relevant content, sharing both experience and projects, as well as opportunities where others can participate and grow.
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Heylen Polo Cano
COUNTRY: Germany
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent, review post and share them, stay in contact with other professionals
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Niamh Shaw
COUNTRY: Ireland
INDUSTRY: Science & Space Communication
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Think about who will be reading your posts, and share something from your area of expertise that will be interesting and useful for them. While it is okay every once and a while to use the platform to promote yourself, I prefer to consider how I can add value to people who take the time to read my posts.
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Yana Young Sang Thomas
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Always update your profile, continuously grow your network, engage authentically!Description goes here
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Negar Feher
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Persistence on posting and reading the posts daily to engage with the community and be up to speed on what your peers, competition and market are doing.
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Sana Amairi Pyka
COUNTRY: United Arab Emirates
INDUSTRY: Research & Development in the field of Secure Free-Space Optical Communicaitons
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent in posting valuable content, engage with other professionals' posts, and build meaningful connections. Never be afraid to reach out to others!
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Jacinda Cottee
COUNTRY: Australia
INDUSTRY: Space and Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Optimise Your Profile for Impact
• Headline: Use a compelling headline that highlights your expertise and what you offer.
• About Section: Share your unique story, accomplishments, and values. Keep it professional but personable.
• Visuals: Add a professional photo and a custom banner that reflects your field of work
2. Engage Authentically and Consistently
• Post Value-Driven Content: Share insights, articles, and updates aligned with your expertise. Use personal stories to resonate with your audience.
• Engage With Others: Comment thoughtfully on posts in your network, celebrate others' achievements, and participate in discussions.
• Consistency: Aim for at least one meaningful post a week to build your visibility and brand.
3. Expand Your Network Strategically
• Connect With Purpose: Reach out to individuals in your industry or related fields with a personalized note explaining why you'd like to connect.
• Join Relevant Groups: Participate in groups related to space, neuroscience, nutrition, or other interests to gain insights and connect with like-minded professionals.
• Leverage Recommendations: Request and give endorsements or recommendations to strengthen credibility.
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NANDITA BHATT
COUNTRY: INDIA
INDUSTRY: AIRPORT OPERATOR
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Keep reading and posting
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Rania Toukebri
COUNTRY: Tunisia
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Share insightful contents and remain credible and authentic.
Expand your network through group discussions and new meaningful connections.
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Chloé Carriere
COUNTRY: Switzerland
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be yourself, understand your audience, and don't put too much pressure on yourself.
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Kim "KC" Campbell
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: Leadership Development
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be authentic, be vulnerable --- share personal stories and lessons that will resonate with others.
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Roser Almenar
COUNTRY: Spain
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Use LinkedIn to showcase your expertise through articles, join relevant groups, and participate in discussions to expand your network.
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Makayla Galler
COUNTRY: United States
INDUSTRY: Aerospace & Aviation & UAS
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: To thrive on LinkedIn, be authentic by sharing your real journey with its successes and challenges, engage meaningfully with others, celebrate milestones, connect with purpose, focus on providing value by sharing lessons and insights, and build relationships through your unique perspective and experiences.
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Jessy Aguilar
COUNTRY: Honduras
INDUSTRY: Aerospace and Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Thrive on LinkedIn by sharing valuable insights, celebrating achievements authentically, and engaging meaningfully with your network to build genuine connections and showcase your expertise. Staying updated on industry trends and participating in discussions also helps position you as a thought leader.
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Eden Abeselom Habteslasie
COUNTRY: Ethiopia
INDUSTRY: Space Science and Geospatial Institute
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Use optimize profile, share valuable insights, build network, and engage in discussion or conversion.
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Asongfac Lily Rospeen
COUNTRY: Cameroon
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Share consistent, valuable content that highlights your expertise, engage meaningfully with others by commenting on posts, and actively build your network by connecting with professionals in your industry and related fields.
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Isabel Vera Trallero
COUNTRY: Spain
INDUSTRY: Space Instrumentation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Give insights in the main Space events
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Tiffany Patterson
COUNTRY: Puerto Rico
INDUSTRY: Technology - Digital Data Compliance
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: My unpopular opinion: it's okay to take breaks and share authentically when you return. There's already enough people selling, advising, and adding to the noise. Be a breath of fresh air to someone. Thriving for some might mean boosting content engagement; for others, thriving might mean nurturing connections.
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Malak Trabelsi Loeb
COUNTRY: UAE
INDUSTRY: Legal, Space, and Deep Tech
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Thriving on LinkedIn begins with defining your purpose. Whether you aim to network, share expertise, or explore opportunities, having clarity will guide your actions. Start by optimizing your profile—choose a professional photo, craft a compelling headline, and write a summary that authentically showcases your expertise and aspirations.
Regularly share valuable content that reflects your knowledge and interests, such as insights, case studies, or personal experiences, while also celebrating achievements and milestones.
Engage authentically by commenting thoughtfully on others’ posts, responding to comments on your own, and building genuine connections through personalized messages.
Visuals like videos, infographics, or images can make your posts more engaging and memorable. Use relevant hashtags strategically to increase visibility and stay updated on industry trends by following discussions and joining LinkedIn groups.
Participating in events or webinars can also expand your network and deepen your expertise. Finally, be consistent and patient—growth on LinkedIn takes time, but by staying authentic, adding value, and focusing on meaningful relationships, you’ll position yourself as a trusted voice and thought leader in your field.
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Roxy Williams
COUNTRY: Nicaragua - Costa Rica
INDUSTRY: Space, Outreach, Business, Research
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: To thrive on LinkedIn, just be yourself! Share your story—celebrate your wins, talk about the lessons you’ve learned, let others know about opportunities they might benefit from, find people you can collaborate with on differente researches, and learn from others.
Take the time to genuinely engage with your network by supporting their posts, joining conversations, and building connections with people who share your values and interests.
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UMA SHANGERY ARULDASS
COUNTRY: Malaysia
INDUSTRY: Aviation & Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Believe in yourself, share your knowledge confidently, and stay open to learning from everyone with humility.
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Daniela Jovic
COUNTRY: Croatia
INDUSTRY: Newspace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: I believe it is important to share your unique perspective and stay true to who you are—authenticity always resonates. For me, it is all about offering real value to others and building genuine connections that matter.
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Yango Arieth André Ndofula
COUNTRY: Angola
INDUSTRY: Luanda Lunar
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent in posting valuable content, engage with other professionals' posts, and build meaningful connections.
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Vanessa Adamson
COUNTRY: Australia
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Aviation has a unique way of getting in people's blood and bringing people together and I think LinkedIn is the perfect platform for Aviators. It has been mentioned many times that aviation is about who you know, so networking and connection are so important. Sometimes LinkedIn is about quality over quantity too - make valuable connections you can engage with in the real world. If you are at a conference/event and meeting new people - add them on LinkedIn to stay connected.
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Adéla Boráňová
COUNTRY: Czech Republic
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Use linkedin to spread knowledge and opportunities in space sector.
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Aila Raquel Cruz Ribeiro
COUNTRY: Brazil
INDUSTRY: Space
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Be consistent and tell great history with valuable content, telling the importance of make relationships for the goodness
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Alexandra Vidyuk
COUNTRY: Singapore
INDUSTRY: Space & Investments
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Nice pictures, unique content, tag popular people, make people to comment.
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Arti Dhole
COUNTRY: Germany
INDUSTRY: Aerospace
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Post consistently with a focus on quality over quantity, and be genuine in the interactions and content, as authenticity resonates more than perfection.
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Kassandra Stultiens-Zandstra
COUNTRY: Spain
INDUSTRY: Aviation
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Show your expertise and connect with people that you can help or can help you in your career.
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Melodie Yashar
COUNTRY: USA
INDUSTRY: In-space construction, Space architecture
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Stay involved and active! It is truly a network that exists to bolster our professions, our businesses, and our success.
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Chenkplen Sandy
COUNTRY: Canada
INDUSTRY: Consulting, Engineering & IT
TIPS ON HOW TO THRIVE ON LINKEDIN: Engage consistently with valuable content, build a strong network, and actively participate in discussions to showcase your expertise and foster meaningful connections.