Sandra Long
About Sandra Long
Sandra Long is an author and speaker specializing in LinkedIn consulting and training. With extensive experience in various educational institutions and corporate settings, she has pioneered LinkedIn strategies for sales and personal branding since 2005.
Work at Post Road Consulting: LinkedIn Consulting and Training
Sandra Long has been associated with Post Road Consulting since 2013, where she serves in multiple roles including LinkedIn Consultant, Speaker, and Professional LinkedIn Speaker for Colleges and Universities. She offers training and coaching services that encompass live in-person, virtual, and on-demand formats. Long is also a co-author of 'Supercharge Your Notary Business with LinkedIn' and has contributed to 'LinkedIn for Personal Branding: The Ultimate Guide.' Her work includes conducting workshops and webinars focused on LinkedIn strategies, helping clients enhance their registration, sponsorship, engagement, visibility, booth visits, and sales leads.
Education and Expertise
Sandra Long holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology from the University of Rochester. She also completed her high school education at Northfield Mount Hermon. Long has extensive expertise in LinkedIn coaching and social selling, having worked with various educational institutions and organizations. Her knowledge is further demonstrated through her role as an adjunct faculty member at Rutgers Business School Executive Education, where she teaches LinkedIn, social media, and social selling.
Background in Sales and Leadership Roles
Before her current roles, Sandra Long spent 24 years at Pitney Bowes, where she held various sales leadership positions, including Vice President of Sales. This extensive experience in sales has informed her approach to LinkedIn consulting and training, allowing her to effectively guide clients in leveraging the platform for business growth. Long's early adoption of LinkedIn for sales research since 2005 positions her as a pioneer in the field.
Speaking Engagements and Publications
Sandra Long is a recognized speaker, having been the first expert to present on LinkedIn at a TEDx event in May 2019. She actively participates in webinars and workshops, sharing her insights on LinkedIn strategies. Long is also an author, with her best-selling book 'LinkedIn for Personal Branding: The Ultimate Guide' and contributions to various publications. She writes newsletters focused on LinkedIn insights, strategies, and updates, encouraging readers to engage with her content.
Current Roles and Community Engagement
Sandra Long currently holds multiple positions, including LinkedIn Coach for alumni at the University of Rochester and Fairfield University, and LinkedIn Instructor for the Notary Business Builder Program. She collaborates with universities and associations to provide training services related to professional development. Long also engages in community activities, such as partnering with leading notary experts to enhance the Notary Business Builder program, demonstrating her commitment to professional growth and education.