How I Became a Blue LinkedIn Top Voice in Just 8 Months

LinkedIn’s Top Voice badge is often considered the holy grail for creators. It comes in two types: the blue Top Voice badge, which I received, and the yellow Top Voice Expert badge. The path to earning the blue badge remains a mystery, while the yellow badge is based on contributions to LinkedIn's Expert Series. There are rumors that both badges might soon be discontinued.

In this post, I won’t claim to know the official route to the blue badge—there’s no public information about it. However, I can share my journey and what helped me get there in just 8 months.

What helped me earn LinkedIn’s Blue Top Voice Badge

Here’s what I focused on to achieve this milestone:

• I showed up every day: Consistency made a big difference. Even on days when engagement was low, I kept posting.

• I shared authentic insights: My content was a reflection of my real-life experiences. I was honest about both the successes and the failures.

• I experimented: Not every post worked, and that was okay. I learned from each one and adjusted as I went along.

• I engaged with my network: It wasn’t just about posting. Meaningful conversations in comments and messages helped me build deeper connections.

• I focused on adding value: I made sure each post served a purpose—whether it was sharing insights, advice, or lessons learned.

  
  

What helped me along the way?

I started posting on LinkedIn as part of an MBA assignment, never expecting it to lead to this. Many of you have asked where I learned to build my content strategy. Here are some of the courses that made a difference in my journey:

• This course – Helped me hone my writing skills and connect better with my audience.

• This course – Taught me how to build a good working system for sustainable growth.

• This course – My next learning adventure, focused on growing even further.

Wonder what the next stage was in my personal branding journey?

My MBA thesis was all about personal branding and thought leadership. From that work, the iX3 framework—Intent, Influence, Impact—was born. Since then, it’s been tested by over 100 professionals, including EMBA students and women in tech, helping them build unforgettable brands and amplify their influence.

The iX3 community brings this framework to life, connecting ambitious professionals who want to grow, stand out, and create real impact.

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