3 Ways to send a LinkedIn Invitation
Sending a generic invitation on LinkedIn can decrease your chances of connecting with other professionals. You can customize your invitations using one of these three templates.
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3 Ways To Send A LinkedIn Invitation
1. 3 Ways to Send a
LinkedIn Invitation
@JVTWILLE
Jacqueline V. Twillie
2. Reconnecting after long time
Hi ___________ ,
How are you? You and I know each other from _______________ ( insert
company/school/organization)/ Id like to reconnect with you, are you
available to meet for coffee soon ( this can be lunch, happy hour, dinner)? My
contact information is below.
Best Regards,
Your Name
email address | phone number
3. If you meet at an event
Hello ____________,
It was a pleasure to meet you at ___________, (insert name of event)
yesterday. I look forward to speaking to you more about __________ (insert
something you talked about). Lets meet for coffee soon ( this can be lunch,
happy hour, dinner).
Best Regards,
Your Name
email address | phone number
*Always send the invite within 48 hours of meeting someone. You dont want them to forget who you are you.*
4. Mutual Acquaintance
Hello ___________ ,
I noticed that you and I are both connected to ___________ (insert mutual
acquaintance name here). Id like to connect with you __________ ( insert
reason here be brief).
Best Regards,
Your Name
email address | phone number
*If you live in the same area, suggest meeting in person*
5. A few points to remember
Your goal should be to build a mutually beneficial relationship.
Youre limited to the number of characters in an LinkedIn invitation.
You dont have to mention the word invitation in your message because it will
appear in the invitation section of the LinkedIn inbox.
Be authentic and honest people can tell when youre not.