LINKEDIN BEST PRACTICES FOR CONNECTING WITH INDIVIDUALS
DO'S
Always include a personalized note with your invitation.
Always check your spelling and grammar.
Be specific on WHY you want to connect with them.
Always respond to a new connection with a thank youand take the initiative to connect further.
Provide 2-3 times frames for a conversation to avoidgoing back and forth.
Provide preferred contact information (via phone,email, Zoom, etc.).
DON'TS
Use inappropriate language.
Use an inappropriate email address forcommunications Unless.
LINKEDIN GUIDELINES
Unless you have a LinkedIn Premuim account with InMail credits, your
personalized connections notes must be
300 characters or less. Whether connecting from your computer or your
smartphone, the option to add a note is
always available. You just need to recognize the features.
