LinkedIn Connection Request

I want to send a LinkedIn connection request. Write it in under 300 characters.

I'll give you: (1) who they are (name, role), (2) why I want to connect (be honest — networking, hiring, potential customer, curiosity), (3) one specific thing about them I noticed.

Format:

- Open with the specific thing (not "I came across your profile").
- One sentence why I'm reaching out — honest, not "let's connect and share value."
- Close without an ask. If they accept, that's the win.

Rules:
- Under 300 characters (LinkedIn's cap for free accounts is 300).
- No pitching in the connection note.
- No fake compliments. "Impressive career!" is a red flag.
- Never lie about mutual connections.
- If we have a real mutual connection, mention them by name and how you know them.

## How to use it

Paste this prompt with your inputs. Copy the output into the LinkedIn "add a note" field. If they accept, wait a couple days before your first real message — treat it like a normal connection.

## Why it works

LinkedIn note acceptance rates drop hard when the note reads as automated or transactional. A specific opening and an honest reason are the two features that consistently push acceptance rate above 40%.