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Peter Ernst H.

Roodepoort, South Africa

$25/hr
4.9
36 jobs

Hello, I'm thrilled to connect with you! As a seasoned Business Development Specialist, I thrive on crafting innovative strategies for lead generation, marketing, and sales. With a wealth of management experience under my belt, I am dedicated to achieving sustainable and realistic outcomes for my clients, utilizing industry-leading methodologies. In addition to my expertise in Business Development, I'm also well-versed in harnessing the power of LinkedIn as a specialist. Through the development of an omnichannel social prospecting lead generation pipeline, I've successfully delivered top-notch leads to sales teams across diverse industries and locations worldwide. My background includes extensive experience in agency operations and remote team management, allowing me to seamlessly adapt to the evolving needs of dynamic, growing teams. Throughout my career, I've maintained a client-centric approach, consistently exceeding expectations and fostering client success, ultimately leading to increased client retention for the organizations I've worked with. Furthermore, I bring a unique skill set as a qualified TEFL English Teacher, proficient in tutoring both teenagers and adults. Whether it's crafting lesson plans or achieving measurable teaching goals, I adhere to international best practices to ensure optimal learning outcomes. At the core of every project I undertake lies a commitment to 100% confidentiality and satisfaction. I'm proud to offer a robust portfolio, complete with case studies and testimonials, to showcase my track record of success. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you're interested in leveraging any of my skills. I'm eager to discuss how I can contribute to your objectives. Looking forward to our conversation. Warm regards, Pete

  • LinkedIn
  • Lead Generation
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Team Management
  • Management Skills
  • Email Marketing
  • Business Development
  • Marketing Management
  • Data Scraping
  • Email Communication
  • Marketing Automation
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Social Media Management
  • Online Research
  • Data Entry
Solomon M.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$5/hr
4.8
16 jobs

Give me a LinkedIn Profile and I'll grow the account so it works for you 24/7 Most LinkedIn “experts” will tell you to post daily, write hooks like everyone else, and comment 50 times a day. Yet your impressions stall. Your posts die in 24 hours. And inbound leads never come. Because LinkedIn growth isn’t about posting more. It’s about positioning. I don’t guess. I reverse-engineer. I study: • What your specific audience engages with • What triggers saves and comments in your niche • What content patterns LinkedIn’s algorithm consistently rewards • What builds authority instead of empty reach Then I build a repeatable content system around it. For clients, this has meant: • 10x–90x increases in reach • Consistent high-engagement posts • Authority positioning that attracts decision-makers Not random posts. Not motivational noise. Not recycled “build in public” threads. A structured LinkedIn strategy designed around: Your niche. Your buyers. Your goals. I don’t guarantee virality. I build systems that make visibility predictable and authority inevitable. If you’re a founder or decision-maker who wants LinkedIn to become a growth channel instead of a guessing game, we’ll work well together. ----------------------------------- #SocialMediaManagement | #ContentStrategy | #InstagramManagement | #TikTokStrategy | #ReelsCreation | #ShortFormVideo | #ContentPlanning | #SocialMediaGrowth | #CommunityEngagement | #AudienceResearch | #BrandStorytelling | #PaidSocialAds | #UGCCreation | #InfluencerManagement | #HashtagStrategy | #TrendResearch | #ContentCalendar | #SocialMediaOptimization | #ProfileAudit | #PlatformAnalytics | #KPITracking | #DataDrivenContent | #CreativeDirection | #ContentRepurposing | #SocialMediaConsulting | #BrandVoiceDevelopment | #ConversionFocusedContent | #PerformanceInsights | #EngagementStrategy | #LeadGeneration | #SocialSelling | #UserGeneratedContent | #CrossPlatformStrategy | #FacebookManagement | #PinterestMarketing | #YouTubeShorts | #LinkedInBranding | #SocialMediaReporting | #CaptionWriting | #VisualBranding | #CompetitorAnalysis | #CanvaDesign | #CapCutEditing | #AIContentTools | #AutomationWorkflows | #ContentSystems | #SocialMediaTemplates

  • LinkedIn
  • Company LinkedIn Profile
  • LinkedIn Development
  • LinkedIn Campaign Manager
  • LinkedIn Profile Creation
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • LinkedIn Profile
  • LinkedIn Lead Generation
  • LinkedIn Marketing
  • LinkedIn Sales Navigator
  • LinkedIn Profile Optimization
  • LinkedIn Profile Headline & Summary
  • LinkedIn Plugin
  • B2B Lead Generation
  • B2B Marketing
John R.

Ballito, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Currently working as a Talent Acquisition Specialist. My responsibilities as a Talent Acquisition Specialist consist of; direct sourcing through the LinkedIn Recruiter Account, directly messaging qualified candidates for job proposals, sending interested and qualified candidates to Talent Acquisition Specialists and Managers to conduct screening calls, and Candidate care through ATS'. I have experience working with Workable, LinkedIn Recruiter, Microsoft Office, and Boolean Search. I am proud to say I am an incredibly fast learner and would like to grow and upskill this avenue as a prosperous career. * I have successfully sourced candidates who have been placed in roles. * I have sourced for a variety of roles such as Frontend Engineers, Backend Engineers, Engineering Managers, Implementations Engineers, Product Designers, Graphic Designers, Project Managers, and a few more. Majority of these roles were focused on mid-senior roles.

  • LinkedIn
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Sourcing
Kuyabongeka M.

Bulwer, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
13 jobs

Need a Virtual Assistant or LinkedIn Specialist who actually makes your life easier? Here’s what I can help you with as a Virtual Assistant: - Email & Calendar Management - Data Entry and Research - Email Marketing - CRM Management - Customer Support - Social Media Help - Admin Tasks And here’s what I can help you with as a LinkedIn Specialist: - Positioning yourself on LinkedIn - Outbound LinkedIn Outreach - Creating meaningful connections - Engagement - Booking calls Why work with me? - I keep things running smoothly so you don’t have to. - You’ll always know what’s going on. - I catch the little things that make a big difference. I’m all about helping you save time and grow your business. Let’s team up and make things easier for you! 📩 Send me a message, and let’s talk about how I can help!

  • Administrative Support
  • Scheduling
  • Email Management
  • Google Workspace
  • Microsoft Office
  • Spreadsheet Software
  • Data Entry
  • Task Coordination
  • File Management
  • Calendar Management
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Canva
  • Market Research
  • Social Media Management
  • CRM Software
Lindi B.

George, South Africa

$40/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Optimize Your LinkedIn & CV for Maximum Impact 🚀 Your LinkedIn profile is your digital first impression — let’s make it count! Whether you're a job seeker, IT professional, or business owner, I’ll craft a compelling profile that highlights your skills, experience, and unique value. With 7+ years of experience in technical recruiting and LinkedIn optimization, I know exactly what recruiters and hiring managers are scanning for — because I am one. I also specialize in CV creation for IT professionals, ensuring your resume aligns with industry standards and stands out in competitive job markets. How I Can Help You: ✅ LinkedIn Profile Creation & Optimization – From scratch or a complete makeover, tailored to your career goals ✅ LinkedIn All-Star Profile Upgrade – Fill in missing sections and enhance visibility ✅ Custom LinkedIn Banners – Professional, eye-catching designs for personal branding ✅ IT CV Writing & Editing – Clear, concise, and optimized for ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) Why It Matters: As a recruiter, I skip over dozens of “Open to Work” candidates every day — not because they’re unqualified, but because their profiles are missing key details. Just recently, I was sourcing for a Senior Project Manager in Financial Services, focused on business change projects (not infrastructure or cybersecurity). I likely missed strong candidates because they didn’t specify what kind of PM work they did, or what industries they served. You have a free, powerful job search tool in LinkedIn — make the most of it: ✔️ Be easy to find ✔️ Clearly communicate what you do ✔️ Make it effortless for recruiters to reach out You can choose to provide me with access so I can update your profile directly, or I’ll send a detailed document with step-by-step guidance. Let’s create a LinkedIn profile and CV that actually works for you. 🎯

  • LinkedIn
  • Company LinkedIn Profile
  • LinkedIn Development
  • LinkedIn Profile Creation
  • IT Recruiting

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