How To Ask For A LinkedIn Recommendation

How To Ask For A LinkedIn Recommendation Youve drafted a killer summary, detailed your dazzling accomplishments, and keyword optimized the heck out of your LinkedIn profile, but theres leise something missing. You know adding a few glowing recommendations to your profile would boost your credibility and increase your chances of getting approached by a recruiter, but going about obtaining those recommendations can feel a little daunting.Until now.Follow this easy breezy step-by-step guide, and your profile will be bursting with astounding accounts of your diverse array of skills and achievements in no time.1) Decide Who to AskDetermining whom you should reach out to is just as important as figuring out how to make the ask. Sure, your former boss would be a great choice, but dont count out colleagues, direct reports, or anyone who has seen you in action. Did you go out of your way to help the manager of another department with a tricky project? Were you an awesome boss? Did you develo p a great relationship with the vice president of marketing or the front desk receptionist? Any of these people would be ideal.The idea here is to come up with a list of colleagues past and present who you believe can and will vouch for your work ethic, expertise, and accomplishments. Your list may be chock full of C-level leaders, or it might include professionals from every level. Dont be afraid to get creative.2) Work Out What to SayI wanted to see if youd write me a recommendation on LinkedIn isnt going to cut it. Youll want to craft a personalized glaubenszeugnis that reminds the person who you are and how you know each other, demonstrates the impact that they had on you, makes a specific ask and offers something in return.Heres what itll look likeHi Brian, I hope youre doing well. How do you like the new gig at XYZ Company? I cant believe its been almost a year since we wrapped up that ABC project. Thanks again for all your help with the content you were a lifesaver Since w e were last in touch, Ive decided to pursue a career in the digital marketing space, so Im working on tailoring the messaging of my LinkedIn profile to reflect my campaign management experience. Given that weve worked together on such a relevant project, I was hoping youd be willing to write a brief recommendation for my profile? Specifically, Id love for you to detail your experience with me as a teammate, and my relevant digital marketing expertise as you understand it. Id also be more than happy to write a recommendation for you as well. Feel free to send me a list of what youd like me to highlight, and Ill get right on itThanks in advance, Brian I really appreciate your time.Best,JaclynTaking the time to write a warm, personal message will increase your chances of getting a response and (hopefully) an awesome recommendation. And dont be discouraged if you dont hear back from everyone. People are busy, some rarely check LinkedIn, and others may just be a little too shy to write s omething so public.If you encounter someone who wants to help, but doesnt feel confident in their writing skills, offer to draft the recommendation for them with the caveat that they can make edits however they see fit.One last trick to keep in mind? You can include a link to these step by step instructions for writing and posting a recommendation to make the entire process even easier.3) Show Your Gratitude Now that youve beefed up your LinkedIn profile with stellar reviews, why dont you return the favor? Ask everyone who took the time to write you a recommendation if theyd like you to write one for them in return. Be aya to confirm whether there are any specific projects, skills, or traits theyd like you to highlight. Then get to workIf youve already written a recommendation for someone or theyd prefer not to receive one, send them a thoughtful thank you note instead.Adding a glowing recommendation to your LinkedIn profile will enhance your credibility, reaffirm all the great thi ngs you say you can do, and help you to stand out from the crowd. So what are you waiting for? Go get those recommendations--Jaclyn Westlake is a career advice columnist, creator of the Job Hoppers Job Search Strategy Guide and founder ofThe Job Hop. With more than ten years of experience in the recruiting and human resources space, she is passionate about empowering job seekers to achieve their career goals. Shes also particularly fond of coffee, every dog in the world, and the city of San Francisco.Fairygodboss is committed to improving the workplace and lives of women.Join us by reviewing your employer