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Meet Alfred vs Botdog: Which LinkedIn automation tool is right for you in 2026?

June 25, 2026

Meet Alfred vs Botdog: Which LinkedIn automation tool is right for you in 2026?

Meet Alfred has been around longer than almost any automation tool on the market.  It launched in 2016 as one of the first tools to combine LinkedIn, email, and X (formerly Twitter) into a single outreach sequence, and today it serves more than 150,000 registered users across 92 countries. It runs in the cloud on […]

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How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile in 2026

June 15, 2026

How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile in 2026

When you send a connection request to a prospective client or customer, two things happen. First, the prospect looks at your name, picture, and headline. In most cases, that's enough for them to decide whether or not to let you into their network. Second, the prospect clicks on your profile and takes a quick scroll […]

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Safest LinkedIn Automation Tools in 2026

June 8, 2026

Safest LinkedIn Automation Tools in 2026

If you’re a salesperson, founder, or recruiter who’s running outreach campaigns through LinkedIn, you can’t afford to lose access to your account. A restricted account means lost connections, frozen pipelines, and weeks of rebuilding trust with prospects who suddenly can't find your profile. LinkedIn restrictions and bans cost people thousands in lost deals. This is […]

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What To Do After Someone Accepts Your LinkedIn Connection Request

June 1, 2026

What To Do After Someone Accepts Your LinkedIn Connection Request

You’re trying to grow your business, pipeline, or revenue on LinkedIn. You’ve sent a prospect a connection request, and they’ve accepted. Most people either pitch straight away or do nothing and let the connection sit cold. Both waste a huge potential opportunity.  When someone accepts your connection request, they've made a small decision about you. […]

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Cheapest Dripify Alternatives (2026)

May 25, 2026

Cheapest Dripify Alternatives (2026)

Dripify is a popular automation tool with a 4.5/5 rating on G2, a complex visual campaign builder, and multi-channel capabilities that let you run LinkedIn and email sequences from one dashboard. For teams that need both channels in a single platform, it solves a huge pain point. It’s worth noting, however, that Dripify's pricing is […]

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How to Grow on LinkedIn in 2026

May 20, 2026

How to Grow on LinkedIn in 2026

LinkedIn isn’t the same platform it was 12 months ago. Towards the end of 2025, LinkedIn replaced its entire content ranking system with a single AI model called 360Brew. It's an algorithm trained on LinkedIn's own data, and it evaluates content very differently from the old one. The impact has been huge. According to AuthoredUp's […]

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Octopus CRM vs Botdog: Which LinkedIn Automation Tool Is Worth It In 2026?

May 11, 2026

Octopus CRM vs Botdog: Which LinkedIn Automation Tool Is Worth It In 2026?

Octopus CRM starts at $6.99/month but locks most features, integrations, and LinkedIn Premium/Recruiter compatibility behind the $24.99 Unlimited plan. This guide compares Octopus CRM and Botdog on architecture, safety, campaigns, team features, and pricing so you can choose the right LinkedIn automation tool in 2026.

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How to Grow Your Pipeline Without Cold Calls

May 4, 2026

How to Grow Your Pipeline Without Cold Calls

Cold calling still works, but it doesn't scale on its own. Here's how to combine LinkedIn outreach and cold calling so the two compound, with a dedicated breakdown for SDRs, AEs, and founders. Covers pre-call warmup, post-call follow-up, re-engaging dormant deals, and where automation fits without putting your LinkedIn account at risk.

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Dripify vs Botdog: Which LinkedIn Automation Tool Is Better in 2026?

April 27, 2026

Dripify vs Botdog: Which LinkedIn Automation Tool Is Better in 2026?

Dripify is a LinkedIn and email automation tool with a solid reputation, but its full safety and team features are locked behind a $79/month Advanced plan. This guide compares Dripify and Botdog on campaigns, safety, team features, and pricing so you can choose the right tool for your use case in 2026.

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How to Build a LinkedIn Outreach Sequence in 2026

April 21, 2026

How to Build a LinkedIn Outreach Sequence in 2026

A step-by-step guide to building a LinkedIn outreach sequence in 2026, from finding and filtering the right prospects to automating connection requests, DMs, and InMails.

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Connect Your LinkedIn Account Using Cookies

April 16, 2026

Connect Your LinkedIn Account Using Cookies

Sometimes, connecting your LinkedIn account through cookies can be more sustainable, especially if you experience frequent disconnections. This method is particularly necessary for LinkedIn Recruiter accounts and accounts secured via SSO, as the connection will be blocked otherwise.

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Botdog Has a New Home and the Product You Love Is Getting Even Better

April 16, 2026

Botdog Has a New Home and the Product You Love Is Getting Even Better

Big changes deserve a straight-up conversation, so here it is: Botdog has been acquired by Scale Shift Ventures! Before anything else, we want to say the product is continuing. And what comes next is genuinely the most ambitious chapter in Botdog's history. Here's everything you need to know. The Full Story of How Botdog Got […]

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