3 seconds.
That’s all the time it takes for a LinkedIn user to decide whether your message is trash or worth a reply.
3 seconds.
Right.
Now, even though the time span seems really harsh, you’ll be shooting yourself in the foot if you don’t use LinkedIn DMs to reach out to your prospects and make the most of it.
That’s because while cold emails have a 1% response rate, cold LinkedIn messages can give you an incredible 14%!
So, if you’re a
💥 Recruiter looking for the perfect candidate
💥 SDR trying to break the ice with a prospect
💥 Job seeker chasing that dream role
And you’re not maxing out LinkedIn’s messaging limits, you’re not doing yourself any favor. Trust me.
That’s why I’ve pulled together 16 ready-to-go LinkedIn message templates.
Quick. Customizable. And designed to make your lead respond.
Just copy-paste and edit as needed.
So, here’s everything you’ll be taking away from this blog today:
We’ll look at different types of LinkedIn connection request message templates, like
Next, we’ll learn
Then we’ll look at
And finally,
Because seriously, who has the time? 🤷
Ready to get the replies you’ve been waiting for?
Come with me.
LinkedIn Connection Request Message Template
Here are some ice-breaking templates you can use while sending a connection request to your prospects.
Message that Appreciates your prospect’s Content
It could be a post/article/blog/podcast/video/interview.
Just a short reference to something they spent time and effort creating can make you a part of their connection list.
“Hi {first name},
I just {read/heard/watched} your {post/article/blog/podcast/video/interview} on {topic} and I had to tell you that {a point that they discussed in the content you consumed} has changed the way I work too.
Would love to keep in touch.”
Message that Mentions a Mutual Connection
Let your network do the talking
"Hey {first name},
I was just chatting with {mutual connection}, and they had nothing but great things to say about your work at {company name}.
I’d love to connect and explore how we might collaborate moving forward."
Message Asking for Advice (short)
A quick ask can open the door to helpful conversations.
"Hi {first name},
I’ve got a quick question that I think someone with your expertise in {their field/title} could really help with.
Mind if I ask?"
Message Asking for Advice (long)
Seek advice from someone you respect—it’s a great way to connect.
"Hey {first name},
As I was diving into {industry/service}, your profile stood out to me right away. I’d love to get some feedback from a true expert like you.
Would you be open to sharing some thoughts on {product/idea}?
I’d really appreciate your insights."
Message Offering Value
When you offer people something for free, they often want to do something nice for you in return 😉
Oh, and it created goodwill as well.
"Hi {first name},
I found this great {article/blog/document/PDF/listicle} on {topic} and thought it might interest you. It dives into {hot topic}, which I think {target audience} is really leaning into right now.
I found {specific part} especially insightful.
Here’s the link: {add link}
Let me know your thoughts when you get a chance!"
{your name}
LinkedIn Recruiter Message Template
Here are some templates for you to get and get candidates interested in your job offerings
Message that Refers to a Specific Skill
“Hey {first name},
Your background in {Skill 1}, {Skill 2}, and {Skill 3} really stood out to me.
We’ve got an exciting {Job Position} role available in {Location}.
Want to chat and see if it’s a good fit for you?
Looking forward to connecting,
{Your Name}”
Message About Hiring for a Remote Role:
“Hey {first name},
Imagine waking up to a leisurely breakfast instead of fighting through traffic.
Sounds like the dream, right?
We're a fully remote company, expanding our {department} team, and your {specific skills/experience} caught my attention.
Interested in a role where you:
- Work your own hours
- Choose your location
- Collaborate with great people
Let’s chat whenever you’re ready.
{Your Name} {Your Title}, {Company Name}”
Message for a Sales Position:
“Hey {first name},
Congrats on landing those new clients!
At {Hiring Company}, we’re always looking for standout sales talent to promote our {Product} across {Geographies} and {Industries}.
Our sales team works with {Type of Customers} and enjoys a diverse range of clients. The role offers:
- Up to {Incentive Scheme}
- Amazing benefits like {Other Benefits}
Want to jump on a quick call to discuss?
Let me know,
{Your Name}”
LinkedIn Message Template for Job Seekers
Edit and send these messages to get hired real quick
Message for Recruiter (short)
“Hey {name},
Apologies if I’ve got the wrong person... saw a job posting from your company mentioning help with {problem you solve}.
Is that something you’re looking for?”
Message for Recruiter (long)
“Hi {Recruiter's Name},
I came across the {Job Title} role at {Company Name} on LinkedIn and am really interested. But I noticed the job was posted {time frame, e.g., a month ago}.
Just wondering if the position is still open?
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Best regards,
{Your Name}”
LinkedIn Sales Message Template
Get noticed by your prospect with these customizable sales message templates
Message Asking for Insights
“Hey {first name},
I was researching your company and noticed you’re using {product/service}.
I’m considering switching to {product/service} for my business. Would love to hear about your experience with it.
Any insights you could share would be really appreciated!
Thanks,
{Your Name}”
Message Asking for Feedback
“Hey {Name},
{Product/Service} is a {brief description} that helps businesses with {benefit of product/service}.
We’d love to get your feedback.
If you’re interested, we can send you a free trial to check it out.
Thanks,
{Your Name}”
Message Talking About Pain Point
“Hey {first name},
I’ve been talking to a lot of {industry} leaders, and a common challenge keeps coming up: {pain point}.
Are you experiencing something similar?
If so, we specialize in {product/service} solutions tailored for the {industry} industry.
Would you like to learn more?
Thanks,
{Your Name}”
LinkedIn Alumni Message Template
Message Asking for Guidance
"Hey {first name},
How's it going?
Always great running into someone from {university}.
I'm currently exploring new opportunities in {your field/industry} and, knowing your success in {their position/industry}, I thought you might have some tips or advice.
Any guidance, suggestions, or connections would be much appreciated.
If you're busy, no worries—thanks for your time anyway!
Cheers,
{Your Name}"
Message Asking for Work Over Coffee
"Hey {first name},
I noticed we're both alumni of {College/University}—go {Mascot}!
I’m {current occupation}, and I’d love to hear more about your work at {Company}.
I’ll be in {location} next week and would love to grab a coffee and chat if you’re free.
P.S. Did you catch the {big game against rival}? The last 20 minutes were insane!"
LinkedIn Referral Message Template
"Hey {first name},
I came across the {Job Title} opening at {Company Name} and am really interested in applying.
Would you be open to sharing my resume with the hiring team to express my interest? Happy to chat further if you have a minute.
I’ve included the link to the job listing and attached my resume here.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Best,
{Your Name}"
How to Send Hyper-personalized LinkedIn Messages on Autopilot?
Ok. So now the templates I shared will help you get noticed by your dream customers. But sales, as you know, is a game of numbers.
You need to mass-send those messages if you want a decent list of booked calls.
So what are you going to do? Manually edit and send them one by one?
That’s never going to work.
Why? Because
⏳ There will NEVER be enough time.
⛔ And, LinkedIn’s limits will always hold you back.
That’s where an automation tool like SalesRobot comes in.
🔹 Find more time to focus on growing your biz
🔹 Reach MORE people, faster
🔹 Track what's working and double down on it
🔹 Hyper-personalize messages to EACH person, like this 👇
SalesRobot is also easy to use, and if you’ve never run a LinkedIn or email campaign before, it’s cool. You can
💥Pick from a library of ready-made message templates to create the perfect outreach sequence for your dream customers. You can customize or write your own templates too.
You can also
💥Chat with SalesGPT, our AI assistant, to write hyper-personalized LinkedIn messages based on your brand and start a campaign in minutes.
Not sure your messages will get the reply you want?
SalesRobot can score your messages, to tell you how likely you are to get a reply, and it can even give you tips to improve them for better results.
If all this sounds like a lot,
We even have an in-house team of seasoned copywriters who will get on a call with you and write a sequence aligned to your unique business needs.
With SalesRobot handling the grind, you can get a reply rate from 14-62%!
But hey,
Don't just take our word for it -
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