{"id":4385,"date":"2024-05-22T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-22T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/linkedin-connection-message\/"},"modified":"2025-08-13T10:20:06","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T10:20:06","slug":"linkedin-connection-message","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/social-selling\/linkedin-connection-message\/","title":{"rendered":"15 LinkedIn Connection Message Examples"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever cringed at a LinkedIn connect message like this: <i>&quot;Hey, do you want to connect with me?&quot; <\/i>or worse, <i>&quot;Add me to your network!&quot;<\/i>? <\/p>\n<p>We&#039;ve all seen too many of these boring, copy-paste messages with zero personalization. But with the right message, you can stand out and truly connect.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#039;re starting a LinkedIn lead generation strategy or just want to write better connection requests, these 15 LinkedIn connection message templates will help you do just that. <\/p>\n<p>And you can even <a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/automations\/linkedin\/9227\/linkedin-message-sender\">automate LinkedIn messages<\/a> at scale, without loosing the personal touch.<\/p>\n<h2>TL;DR<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><b>Personalize each LinkedIn connection request message:<\/b> Use <a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/phantombuster\/3112\/linkedin-profile-scraper\">profile scraping<\/a> to collect data and avoid generic statements.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><b>Start conversations, not sales pitches:<\/b> First, get to know them and understand their needs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><b>Research your leads thoroughly: <\/b>Tailored, human-to-human messages always outperform standard templates.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><b>Use custom templates for different scenarios: <\/b>Personalized messages tailored for industry peers, group members, post commenters, tool followers, event invites, and more.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/social-selling\/linkedin-automation-tools\">LinkedIn automation tools<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/ai-automation\/automate-linkedin-messages\">automate your messages<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"poptin-embedded\" data-id=\"5021b3716ea45\"><\/div>\n<p>Here are 15 examples of LinkedIn messages you can use to increase your LinkedIn connections.<\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn connection message for industry peers<\/h2>\n<p>Connecting with industry peers is easy if you know what to look for. Play with LinkedIn search filters to find your target audience precisely. <\/p>\n<p>Using a basic search on LinkedIn is not enough. You should go beyond that, for example, using <a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/social-selling\/linkedin-boolean-search\">Boolean search<\/a> operators:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><b>OR<\/b> (e.g., Growth OR Sales) &#8211; LinkedIn will list all the profiles that have either one of these two keywords.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><b>AND<\/b> (e.g., Growth AND Content) &#8211; A more narrow search as LinkedIn will now look for profiles that must include both terms.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><b>NOT<\/b> (e.g., Growth NOT Sales) &#8211; LinkedIn will show profiles that include &#039;growth&#039; but exclude &#039;sales&#039;.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Type under quote marks (e.g., &quot;VP of Growth&quot;) to get all LinkedIn profiles with that exact match.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also use <a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/automations\/sales-navigator\/6988\/sales-navigator-search-export\">Sales Navigator search<\/a> for even more refined and targeted searches.<\/p>\n<p>Then, <a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/automations\/linkedin\/3149\/linkedin-search-export\">export the results of your LinkedIn search<\/a>, and use this template to start a conversation.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hey [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>As we both work in [Industry], I was wondering if you&#039;d be interested in [Resource or Product]. Let me know if you&#039;d find that helpful, and I&#039;ll forward you the link.<\/p>\n<p>Have a great day,<br \/>\n[Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-1-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-1\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn connection message for group members<\/h2>\n<p>Reaching out to group members on LinkedIn is a smart move. <\/p>\n<p>Scrape your targeted LinkedIn group and <a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/automations\/linkedin\/2852\/linkedin-group-members-export\">download a list of all its members<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Then, all you have to do is mention the group you both belong to and bring up a recent discussion or post. <\/p>\n<p>Here&#039;s how you can do it:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hi [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re both in the [LinkedIn Group Name] group. Your recent comment on [Specific Discussion or Post] was really insightful. I\u2019d love to connect and exchange ideas! <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-2-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-2\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn connection message for post commenters <\/h2>\n<p>Found a post with comments on a topic you care about? Perfect! <\/p>\n<p>Personalize your message based on what they said in their comment. It shows you&#039;re interested in their thoughts. <\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hi [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>I saw your comment on [Post Topic] and found your perspective on [Specific Point] really interesting. I&#039;d love to connect and discuss this further!<\/p>\n<p>Have a great day,<br \/>\n[Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-3-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-3\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn connection message for tool followers<\/h2>\n<p>Look for people who follow tools or software related to your industry. Mention the tool and why it could be great for both of you to connect. <\/p>\n<p>Here&#039;s a message to get you started:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hi [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>I noticed you&#039;re also using [Tool Name]. I\u2019ve found it super helpful for [Specific Use Case]. Let\u2019s connect and share some insights!<\/p>\n<p>[Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-4-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-4\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn connection message for an event invite<\/h2>\n<p>Planning an event? Awesome! <\/p>\n<p>Mention the event in your message and explain why it\u2019s valuable for their job. Invite them to check it out and suggest staying in touch. <\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hi [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>I&#039;m putting together an online event that\u2019s perfect for [Job Title] like you. We&#039;ll talk about [Specific Topic], and I think you&#039;ll find it really useful. Check it out [Event Link]. Let\u2019s connect and stay in touch since we both care about [Relevant Topic]!<\/p>\n<p>Best, [Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-5-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-5\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn connection message for people who viewed your profile<\/h2>\n<p>When someone views your LinkedIn profile, it&#039;s a perfect chance to connect. <\/p>\n<p>You can see the visitors by going to your LinkedIn dashboard, clicking on \u2018Who\u2019s Viewed Your Profile,\u2019 and then clicking on&#039; View Visitors. &#039; <\/p>\n<p>Send them a personalized message using this template:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hi [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>I saw you checked out my profile recently. I&#039;d love to connect and learn more about what you&#039;re working on. Maybe we can share some ideas or experiences.<\/p>\n<p>Best,<br \/>\n[Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-6-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-6\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn connection message for industry leaders<\/h2>\n<p>Want to connect with industry leaders? One of the best ways to do this is by finding and engaging with the most active users\u2014those who regularly create and share content. <\/p>\n<p>It&#039;s more likely they&#039;ll see your message since they&#039;re checking their inboxes all the time. <\/p>\n<p>To do that:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><b>Use hashtags when searching<\/b>: Look for posts with hashtags relevant to your industry.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><b>Identify your audience through content<\/b>: Find posts and articles on topics that matter to you.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now, you have a list of people who write about a specific topic.<\/p>\n<p>Enrich your list with recent posts and use AI to determine relevant topics. Then, automate your message with this template:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hey [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve been following your work on [Topic] and loved your recent post on [Platform\/Where]. I tried your advice [Topic] and [Result]. Thanks for sharing such practical tips! I\u2019d love to connect and keep learning from each other.<\/p>\n<p>Best,<br \/>\n[Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-7-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-7\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn connection message to event attendees<\/h2>\n<p>If you find a relevant LinkedIn event, it&#039;s the perfect chance to connect with people who might share your interests. Why? Because LinkedIn event signups are great leads since they&#039;re motivated and interested in the topic.<\/p>\n<p>Scrape the <a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/social-selling\/linkedin-events\">attendee list<\/a> and mention something specific about this event to personalize your LinkedIn connection messages. <\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a friendly template you can use:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hey [Name],<\/p>\n<p>I noticed you attended [Event Name] recently! I&#039;m always looking to connect with others who are passionate about [topic\/industry]. Would love to connect and maybe discuss some insights from the event.<\/p>\n<p>[Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-8-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-8\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn connection message to a company&#039;s followers<\/h2>\n<p>Connecting with someone who follows the same company as you can be a great starting point. <\/p>\n<p>Check the company\u2019s follower list and mention your shared interest. <\/p>\n<p>Use this template:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hi [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>I noticed you follow [Company Name]. I&#039;ve been keeping up with their updates too and really admire their approach to [Specific Area]. Let&#039;s connect to share insights on our experiences with [Company Name].<\/p>\n<p>Best,<br \/>\n[Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-9-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-9\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Don&#039;t forget to connect with your <a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/automations\/linkedin\/6609751279582074\/linkedin-company-follower-collector\">own company page followers<\/a> too. These people are already interested in your company, making them more likely to engage with you.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a casual and non-salesy template to use:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hey [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>I&#039;m [Your Name], a [Your Position] at [Your Company]. I saw that you follow our company page and wanted to reach out. If you have any questions or need any help, feel free to contact me. Let\u2019s connect!<\/p>\n<p>Have a great day,<br \/>\n[Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-10-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-10\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn connection message to members suggested by LinkedIn<\/h2>\n<p>LinkedIn&#039;s suggestions are a goldmine for new connections. <\/p>\n<p>Use the suggestion as a starting point, check out each LinkedIn account, and personalize your connection messages. <\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hi [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>LinkedIn suggested we connect, and I can see why. We both share an interest in [Topic\/Industry]. I\u2019d love to connect and explore how we might collaborate or share insights.<\/p>\n<p>Best,<br \/>\n[Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-11-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-11\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn connection message for new graduates<\/h2>\n<p>Recent graduates bring fresh talent and ideas. <\/p>\n<p>Search for profiles with recent graduation dates or use LinkedIn\u2019s alumni feature. Reach out with this message:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hi [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>Congrats on your recent graduation from [University Name]! As someone who\u2019s really into [Industry], I&#039;d love to connect and maybe share some resources that could help you as you kickstart your career journey.<\/p>\n<p>Have a great day, <\/p>\n<p>[Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-12-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-12\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn connection message for a member who asked a question on a post<\/h2>\n<p>When someone asks a question on a LinkedIn post, it\u2019s a golden opportunity to connect. <\/p>\n<p>Find the post, give a helpful answer, and then send a connection request. <\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hi [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>I noticed your question about [Topic] on [Post Author]\u2019s recent post. I left a detailed response there, but I thought it would be great to connect directly and chat more. Looking forward to sharing insights and learning from you.<\/p>\n<p>Best, [Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-13-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-13\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn connection message for someone you&#039;ve met at a conference or event<\/h2>\n<p>Let\u2019s imagine you met someone at a conference and now want to connect. To help them remember you, mention the event and a specific topic you discussed. <\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a LinkedIn message template to help you do just that.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hi [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>It was great meeting you at [Conference\/Event Name]. I enjoyed our conversation about [Specific Topic or Session]. I\u2019d love to stay connected and keep the discussion going. Let\u2019s connect here on LinkedIn.<\/p>\n<p>Best,<br \/>\n[Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-14-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-14\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>LinkedIn follow-up message after connecting<\/h2>\n<p>After someone accepts your connection request, it&#039;s a good idea to send a follow-up message to start a conversation and build rapport. <\/p>\n<p>Here&#039;s a friendly and supportive template:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Hi [First Name],<\/p>\n<p>Thanks for connecting! I&#039;m really glad to have you in my network. I saw that you&#039;re interested in [Topic\/Industry] and I&#039;d love to hear more about what you\u2019re working on in this area. Let\u2019s stay in touch and see how we can help each other out.<\/p>\n<p>Best,<br \/>\n[Your Name]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/linkedin-connection-message-example-15-3.webp\" alt=\"linkedin-connection-message-example-15\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Best practices when sending LinkedIn connection request messages<\/h2>\n<p>Sending LinkedIn connection requests can be tricky. Follow these best practices to make your personalized connection requests stand out and increase your acceptance rate.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><b>Personalization<\/b>: Be specific and personalized in your connection requests. Look for common ground, such as shared interests, a LinkedIn group you both belong to, or mutual connections.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><b>Don&#039;t sell right away<\/b>: Don\u2019t start with a sales pitch. Build a connection first. Nobody likes being sold to immediately. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><b>Focus on what matters to your audience<\/b>: Think about WIIFM (What\u2019s In It For Me? &#8211; for them).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><b>Stay professional<\/b>: Keep your tone professional and respectful.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><b>Avoid generic messages<\/b>: Personalize each LinkedIn invite message. A blank request is better than &quot;<i>I\u2019d like to add you to my network.<\/i>&quot;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><b>Be relevant<\/b>: Make sure your message is relevant to the recipient. For example, don\u2019t send an SEO article to a pharmaceutical sales rep.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to collect data and automate personalized messages<\/h2>\n<p>Personalizing your <a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/automations\/linkedin\/4545709793535249\/linkedin-outreach\/tutorial\">LinkedIn outreach<\/a> can make a huge difference in how people respond. To get started, you need to collect and enrich data about your leads. <\/p>\n<p>Here&#039;s how you can do it efficiently:<\/p>\n<h3>Use a data enrichment tool to enrich your lead list<\/h3>\n<p>First, <a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/automations\/linkedin\/3112\/linkedin-profile-scraper\">scrape data from LinkedIn<\/a>. Look for job titles, engagement data, and other relevant information. Using a data enrichment tool makes this process super easy and quick.<\/p>\n<div class=\"poptin-embedded\" data-id=\"832e04752a5d6\"><\/div>\n<p>Once you have your data, use AI to improve it. AI can help you find key topics or recent activities of your leads, making your messages more relevant and personal. <\/p>\n<p>For example, if ask AI to identify people in your list that recently changed their job title. Then use this info to send a personalised congrats message and start the conversation.<\/p>\n<div class=\"poptin-embedded\" data-id=\"832e04752a5d6\"><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<h3>Use LinkedIn automation and prospecting tools to scale your outreach strategy<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/blog\/social-selling\/linkedin-automation-tools\">LinkedIn automation tools<\/a> can really boost your LinkedIn outreach. The top benefits of using LinkedIn automation tools include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Saving hours of manual prospecting and messaging.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Scaling your outreach to hundreds of prospects simultaneously.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Gaining data-driven insights to optimize your campaigns.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Personalizing messaging while automating your tasks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>B2B sales teams can book more demos, recruiters can find qualified candidates, marketers can generate leads, and agencies can manage multiple accounts with these tools.<\/p>\n<p>But remember, always use these tools responsibly. <\/p>\n<p>Personalize your messages as much as you can to keep them relevant. Don\u2019t send generic or irrelevant connection requests. <\/p>\n<p>Use these tools to enhance your strategy, but always keep the human touch.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Now that you&#039;ve got these LinkedIn connection message templates in your toolkit, you&#039;re ready to connect and grow your professional network. And with a tool like <a href=\"https:\/\/phantombuster.com\/signup\">PhantomBuster<\/a>, you&#039;ll reach your target audience in no time.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, don&#039;t just focus on the words. Make a real connection and offer value. <\/p>\n<div class=\"poptin-embedded\" data-id=\"5021b3716ea45\"><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever cringed at a LinkedIn connect message like this: &quot;Hey, do you want to connect with me?&quot; or worse, &quot;Add me to your network!&quot;? We&#039;ve all seen too many of these boring, copy-paste messages with zero personalization. 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