LinkedIn Communication Templates
LinkedIn Communication Templates
LinkedIn Communication Templates
LinkedIn
Communication Templates
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Table of Contents
Introduction 2
Collaborations 3
Networking 9
Disclaimer 15
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Introduction
Welcome to your LinkedIn message handbook.
This is a basic template guide for all things LinkedIn. We have tried to
comprehensively collect all aspects of reaching out to people for various purposes,
replying to and interacting with connections known, unknown as well as for sending in
connection requests. Hope this helps you save time over the hesitance we all face
before sending anything out.
All the parts inside brackets and in bold are spaces that you have to fill out.
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Collaboration
Introduction request with a new contact, through an introducee common to
you both.
Case I: When you want to be introduced to someone who you know already
to be of relevance to you.
Hey [Introducer],
I hope you are doing well! We connected on LinkedIn last [week/month/year]
after I [relevance with the introducee]. I actually have a favour to ask of you;
LinkedIn tells me you are connected with [person], and I was wondering if you
could introduce me to him/her. I was searching for relevant people and came
across [name’s] profile – I noticed he/she [mention something from the
profile] and I would love to connect and possibly chat with [name] about the
same.
If you are preoccupied and do not have a free window to do so, or are not
comfortable introducing us or if there is any other botheration, it is not a big
issue; but please just let me know; so I can withdraw the request.
Sincerely,
Name
Company
Email Address
Case II: When you want to be introduced to someone who you do not know
in any way. There is a chance that your interests may not align; not unlike
being introduced for the first time and having no idea about the person.
Dear [Introducer],
I hope you are well! We connected on LinkedIn last [week/month/year] after I
[relevance with the introducee]. I came across [Person’s name] to be one of
your connections. Would you be possibly willing to introduce me to [person’s
name]? I would like to discuss with [him/her] about [your purpose for talking].
Thanks so much!
Name
Company
Email Address
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I hope you are well! I would like to introduce to you [Introducee] as
requested by him/her. Although I cannot personally vouch for them, the
purpose behind their request seems to be of relevance to you. So, I am
forwarding [Introducee]’s request to you.
Please feel free to let me know if this person causes in any way any
inconvenience to you, I shall remove him/her from my network.
Sincerely,
Name
Company
Email Address
Case IV: The person requesting you for the introduction is unknown to you and you are
comfortable with their agenda. In this case, you are unsure on both fronts of identity and
agenda should first get a little clarity yourself
Dear [Introducee],
Thanks for reaching out to me! I will introduce you to [person’s name], but
with some more information.
Please let me know about the engagement that you are trying to discuss with
the person; for me to make a compelling case for your need and align both of
you to a common purpose.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Name
Company
Email Address
Example-
You are a business consultant in home interiors and want to be connected
through your friend to someone who trades carpets.
Dear Ram,
I hope you are well! We connected on LinkedIn last month after you asked me
to help you with the interior lightings of your penthouse. I came across
Sumanth as one of your connections. Would you be possibly willing to
introduce me to Sumanth? I would like to discuss the carpet business.
Thanks so much!
Shyam
Ashoka furnishings
Shyam@xyz.in
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Connection Requests to unknown people
Connection Requests are forwarded to people who you might want to connect
because u find something relevant in their profiles. These specialised
messages have a 300 character [not words! Spaces, commas, everything
counts as a character] limit on LinkedIn. Conveying all your important
information in these small messages are the main hurdle
Hi [person’s name]. I am [Name] and I work as a [Title]. I would love to discuss
[reason to connect]; I see [the relevant thing on the person’s profile]. It is
always a pleasure to get to connect with people who share your field. Hope
we get to connect and have a more informed discussion.
Example-
Hi Shyam! I am Sruthi. I work as a business analyst for ABC associates. I would
like to discuss the details of the seminar on entrepreneurship posted in the
Business Monger group. It is a pleasure to connect with people in the same
field. Hope we get to connect and have a more informed discussion.
Character count 298/300
When sending out connection requests, you have a 300 character window
only. Spaces, indentations, punctuations, etc. everything counts as a
character. Always keep in mind to keep your message concise and convey the
message most efficiently.
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I have applied for the opening for [specific role] at [company]/Thanks
for reaching out with the opportunity as a [specific role] at [company]. I
am really thankful to you for connecting with me and giving me this
opportunity.
I have [your experience regarding the role you have applied for], and so I am
confident that I will be a good fit for that position. The more I read about the
[company/work] the more convinced and motivated I feel that my past
experiences and passion for the [work] strengthen my candidature for this
opportunity.
Currently, my schedule is flexible and I would like to discuss the steps forward
at your earliest convenience. Please reach out if you have any questions
without hesitation. Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Thank you,
Sincerely,
Name
Email Address
[Do not forget to attach resume]
Case III: Responding to a recruiter, after they have reached out to you.
a] You are interested in the opportunity.
Dear Mr. / Ms. Last Name:
Thank you for informing me about this opportunity. I am very interested to
know about the [Title] role with [Company]. Is there a chance we can talk
about the same over a phone call? Have a great rest of the day and I look
forward to hearing back from you.
Thank you
Name,
Email Address
b] You are not interested in the opportunity.
Dear Mr. / Ms. Last Name:
Thank you for informing me about this opportunity. While the position seems
interesting, I am content with my current role and responsibilities.
That said, I will surely reach out to you if I make up my mind to make any
changes in the future. Thank you again for considering me as a possible
candidate for this position.
Thank you,
Name,
Email Address
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Examples-
Connection Request
Hi Gaurav. Although I have never had the opportunity to work with you before,
I have heard good things about upGrad. I understand that you may be very
busy but if there are any opportunities for a Content Strategist, I would love to
discuss how I might be a suitable fit. Thank you and have a great day!
After connecting with the recruiter
Subject Line: Thank you for connecting about the job opening.
Dear Mr Gaurav,
I have applied for the opening for Content Strategist at upGrad. I am really
thankful to you for connecting with me and giving me this opportunity.
I have been working with Uni-learn, as a content designer for the past 2 years;
and so I am confident that I will be a good fit for that position. The more I read
about upGrad and its new line of courses the more convinced and motivated I
feel. My past experiences and passion for the work strengthen my candidature
for this opportunity.
Currently, my schedule is flexible and I would like to discuss the steps forward
at your earliest convenience. Please reach out if you have any questions
without hesitation; looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Thank you,
Sincerely,
Sruthi
Sruthi@xyz.in
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Networking
Engaging with a known contact
When messaging someone who you have not connected with recently.
Hi [Name],
Sincerely,
Name
Email Address
Phone
Hi [Name],
Example-
Hi Chandan,
Hope you are well! I came across your profile while searching for Civil
Engineering enthusiasts in my own connections.
I realise we have never interacted or worked together before, but I was
interested to talk about earthquake-resistant architecture with you, and
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strengthen our connection.
Please let me know if there is anything I can possibly help you with.
Wishing you success in all your pursuits.
Sincerely,
Saptarshi
saptarshi@xyz.in
Invitations
When Invitation is from someone you are familiar with
Dear [Name],
It is so good to hear from you! I just got updated that you are now [current or recent
update about them]. Congratulations!
Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you with your ventures;
or if you would like me to introduce you to someone in my network.
Thanks again for your invitation. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me if
you have any further questions. Wishing you success in all your pursuits.
Sincerely,
Name
Company
Email Address
When invitation is from someone you are unfamiliar with
Dear [Name],
Sincerely,
Name
Company
Email Address
Example-
Dear Mr Sharma,
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about work related to Accounting. Please do not hesitate to ask me if
there is any way I could help you.
I would be willing to assist you by introducing you to any person you
find relevant in my connections; also I will surely reach out to you if I find
someone as such in your connections as well.
If you ever need any help specifically related to Accounting or related fields please
reach out to me in confidence.
Sincerely,
Name
Company
Email Address
Example-
Dear Saurav,
Hope you are well! Thanks for requesting to be a part of the group Stock
markets and investment management. We are a group who work with
investing in general stocks or otherwise, and we are focussed on building a
network of successful investors.
The following benefits are enjoyed by the members of the group:
● Daily speculations and thoughts on NIFTY and other indices
● Open discussions about investment strategies, and methods
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● Relevant posts or new industry tools.
We accept people who are or have some prior experience in the
investing scene or have some interests or work related to market data
research
Your request will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 12 hours.
Please feel free to connect with me personally, we might be able to help each
other on or pursuits
Sincerely,
Aparajita
PR Equity Research Pvt. Ltd.
Aparajita@xyz.in
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InMail Templates
InMails are only available with credits that you have to purchase. Basically InMails are
a paid feature and help you message someone who you have no connection with
directly, without having to go through the process of introduction and being accepted
as a connection. These messages have a character limit so it is best to keep these
short and informative.
Case I: When you want to reach out to someone who has been
suggested by one of your known associates.
Subject: [Associate Name] suggested that I reach out.
Hi [Prospect Name],
Hope you are well! We have a mutual connection, [connection name]. He/she
is a close associate of mine, and we were having a discussion about [topic].
He/she informed me that you are an expert in this field.
I am currently working on [work engagement you want to reach out for], and
I would like to share your thoughts on the same, only if this would seem to be
of interest to you.
Regards,
Name
Company
Email Address
Case II: Reaching out through a public post or advertisement
Subject: Further information about [related post]
Hi [prospect name],
Hope you are well! I was recently going through [post or advertisement or
any link to prospect] that I came across [ where u found it].
I have been working as a [relevance to the post/ad] for [duration] and I
believe I could be of [help/candidature/interests/whatever reason you think
is relevant] to your cause. I would like to know if any sort of engagement is
possible on this front.
I have been looking for [roles that are relevant to the subject], and I think will
be a perfect fit for the [post/ad]. Please let me know.
Regards,
Name
Company
Email Address
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Case III: Reaching out to enquire if the person would be
interested in any engagement with your organisation relevant to
his work experiences.
Subject: Possibility of [relevant engagement]
Hi [prospect name],
Hope you are well! I was recently doing a search in LinkedIn for [purpose/
agenda that you want to push for], and your profile came up during one of
these searches. Your work in [field] is impressive and I would love to work
with you on [engagement/project you want to discuss].
I have been working as a [role] with [company] for [duration], and am
interested in partnering with you on this project.
Please let me know if you would be interested in taking part in the
aforementioned pursuit and if we can discuss further details over a call at your
convenience.
Regards,
Name
Company
Email Address
Case IV: If there is some service or product you can provide the
prospect with, and you know this because you came across a post or
something in a group.
Subject: A [development/service/issues] which you might want help with.
Hi [prospect name],
Hope you are well! I came across you in a recent post I found about a
[relevant service that you can provide] that I found on [the place where you
found the information].
I am happy to inform you that I have been working as a [role] in [company],
and I specialise in [relevant service]. If you would like to partner with us, we
can provide you with [services that you can provide].
If this sounds interesting and helpful to you, please let me know at your
convenience; whether we can discuss further regarding the [work/service]
over a call or chat.
Regards,
Name
Company
Email Address
Example-
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Subject: New MBA programme in upGrad.
Hello Swathy!
Hope you are well. I am Shivani, working for the content team at upGrad. We
are currently trying to start new courses in the MBA Business Communication
division.
I would like to ask you a few questions regarding the eligibility requirements
for any job openings pertaining to the same so that we can design these
courses to better suit the job requirements upon completion.
If you would like we could schedule a call or converse over mail.
TIA
Regards,
Shivani
upGrad- Senior Content Strategist
Disclaimer
The above templates are only a handbook of the various messages to send in various
situations. This is only supposed to be a checklist in your arsenal, please feel free to
make your own unique messages and invitations. We hope this comes in handy in
your pursuits.
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