LinkedIn has quietly become one of the most powerful platforms for technical careers — but most developers and IT pros still treat it like an online résumé or avoid it altogether. That’s a missed opportunity.
In Signal, Not Noise, developer and consultant Tim Dietrich shows you how to turn LinkedIn into an engine for career growth, consulting leads, and professional visibility — without hype, self-promotion theater, or chasing vanity metrics.
Tim built his entire inbound pipeline on LinkedIn alone. With 8,500+ highly relevant connections, posts that average 1,000+ impressions per day (often spiking to 5,000 and beyond — with one recent post hitting more than 45,000 impressions in a single day), and a consulting practice that is consistently booked solid more than a year out, he’s proof that a well-engineered presence can outperform advertising and cold outreach.
This book gives technical professionals a clear playbook
Build a profile that acts like a landing page, not a résumé dumpShowcase your work and skills — even if it’s proprietary or complexGrow a network of meaningful connections, not random addsEngage in ways that feel authentic and professional — no “LinkedIn bro” vibeShare content that attracts opportunity and builds quiet authorityUnderstand LinkedIn’s algorithm enough to post smart, not spammyLeverage your presence for jobs, consulting, speaking, and mentoringStay consistent long term without burning out or living on social media Packed with practical checklists, ready-to-use templates, and proven strategies, Signal, Not Noise is the career-engineer’s guide to being visible, trusted, and in demand — all while staying technical, genuine, and focused on the work you actually love.
If you’ve been waiting for a no-fluff, developer-friendly path to making LinkedIn work for you, this is it.