Reach out to Recruiters on LinkedIn (the right way!)

In this video you’ll learn the #1 Tip for reaching out to recruiters on LinkedIn. I provide sample messages that have been proven to work when connecting with recruiters on LinkedIn. You will learn how to contact the recruiter after job application or resume submission, so you won’t have to worry about writing those cold messages again!

Recruiters on LinkedIn are usually bombarded with connection requests and messages from hopeful candidates, so how can you stand out when you reach out to recruiters on LinkedIn?

I share the best tip that has worked for me and many people in my community (Facebook group linked below), followed by the 3 steps that’s needed to make it work, as well as sample messages so you can see exactly how I went about it.

So the next time you connect with or message recruiters on LinkedIn, make sure to write messages using the structure I provide in this video! Whether you’re sending a cold message or sending a follow up note after applying for a job, you’ll be able to get the recruiter’s attention.

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00:00 Intro
00:24 The Tip
00:33 Why it works
01:24 Additional pro tip
02:02 Step 1 - Request to connect
02:55 Step 2 - Ask recruiter for introduction
03:59 Step 3 - Following up
05:57 Ending

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[JeffSu]

Jump to 6:06 if my manager is watching this video :)

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:24 The Tip
00:33 Why it works
01:24 Additional pro tip
02:02 Step 1 - Request to connect
02:55 Step 2 - Ask recruiter for introduction
03:59 Step 3 - Following up
05:57 Ending

[JayTel]

Bruh finding a job is like trying to sell your mix tape

[jameswhu]

As a recruiter I can confirm this is great advice

[OsborneCox..]

As a recruiter I can provide one piece of advice for LinkedIn candidates: PLEASE include your resume and contact information as soon as you respond to a message. This immediately sets you apart from other people who want to have protracted conversations before including their resume.

[rawadkaram]

This video got me to my final round interview for a software engineering position at Shutterstock. I'm getting so much value from your videos Jeff!
All that's left is a team culture interview with the team (45 mins), and an executive chat with the senior director of engineering (30 mins). How do you recommend I prepare for these?

[anthonyramjattan]

Yes and no. I work in staffing and recruiting as an Account Manager. We get requests from outsiders all the time, my recruiters get very annoyed when someone reaches out about a position but doesnt attach a resume. Recruiters are EXTREMELY busy so while building rapport is absolutely necessary, getting to the point right away is more valuable. The information in this video is excellent by the way.

[nishantmalik]

Probably the best video i have seen. Struggled for too long and finally had made a template message myself. This is of great help.

[atharvapande]

Honestly, i found LinkedIn boring and mundane, but your videos are making it seem very powerful tool

[destadistrict]

Jeff, you're an absolute legend. Keep up the great content🔥

[kuanhuachen]

You always come up with suggestions so unique among others, but meanwhile the suggestions are really practical! Thank you Jeff!
Will definitely apply the suggestion to my job-search process!

[HaylesConsultingCareerCoach]

The tips in this video and your editing style are AMAZING! I totally agree with the idea of being upfront about why you're reaching out. If you want to be connected with someone on that team - it's best to be upfront about it! Thanks Jeff :)

[autumn_b]

Thank you for this video. I have been looking for a new job for the past 3 years using the old-fashioned way of just sending my resume and have not had much success. I actually found my current job by reaching out someone on LinkedIn, but I used my membership in a specific ethnic association as a networking tool, which worked out. However, I know that this will not be effective with everyone since they may not be a member of a specific social/ethnic association. I am going to utilize your method going forward.

[meesamrizvi]

Glad that YouTube algorithm brought me to your channel. It’s so incredibly informative and it pushed me to work on improving on several areas in my next job search process. Many thanks for such amazing content. I watched 2 videos and feel like binge watching few more. Needless to say that you got a new subscriber and admirer.

[kennethwoanyah]

One of the best videos I have watched this year on recruiting. Thanks Jeff.

[triv]

I'm currently 3+ months into the rough of a job search and haven't gotten anywhere past the initial phone screening with a small handful of companies...I typically try to reach out to EVERY company I apply to, but watching this video made me realize my outreach has been a bit too aggressive/quick. I'll try to use these tips and hopefully they get me somewhere, thanks for the video Jeff!

[ukppyhi]

WOW!!, this is GOLD!!, quite helpful for me at this point in my career. Thanks for posting these videos. While it confirms a lot of things I assumed, the best are the illustrative bits that take a bit of the anxiety of connecting with "strangers" away.

[marcusmelvin]

Props for breaking down the psychology behind the reason *why* we connect with a recruiter the specific way that we do. Huge believer that context is key, especially when you're dealing with real people. There's a reason the button says "connect" and not "beg for job now!". Thanks as always Jeff, and if there's anywhere online I can leave a positive testimonial that would benefit your current projects, drop the link in a reply or let me know where to go. It's gonna be a good one 👍 - Marcus Melvin

[jaymca]

This is extremely helpful! I've connected with some great recruiters. The one thing I will point out is that if you send a request you HAVE to put your message with the request. If you send an InMail, you cannot send a follow-up or thank you unless they accept and respond to that InMail message.

[praizux]

I'm happy to find your channel at this time. Very strategic for my job hunting in 2021.
Thanks Jeff.

[robertarroyo]

Jeff, thank you for this video! I found your tips very helpful. I was wondering if you have any advice specifically for people transitioning from the military?