3 Ways to Send a

LinkedIn Invitation@JVTWILLE

Jacqueline V. Twillie

Reconnecting after long time

Hi ___________ ,

How are you? You and I know each other from _______________ ( insert company/school/organization)/ I’d 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 Nameemail address | phone number

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). Let’s meet for coffee soon ( this can be lunch, happy hour, dinner).

Best Regards,

Your Nameemail address | phone number

*Always send the invite within 48 hours of meeting someone. You don’t want them to forget who you are you.*

Mutual Acquaintance

Hello ___________ ,

I noticed that you and I are both connected to ___________ (insert mutual acquaintance name here). I’d like to connect with you __________ ( insert reason here be brief).

Best Regards,

Your Nameemail address | phone number

*If you live in the same area, suggest meeting in person*

A few points to remember

•Your goal should be to build a mutually beneficial relationship.

•You’re limited to the number of characters in an LinkedIn invitation.

•You don’t 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 you’re not.