25 LinkedIn Networking Tips That Lead to Real Conversations
Networking tips with quick actions to build relationships without being spammy.
Shanjai Raj
Founder at Postking
Good networking is about relevance and value. These tips help you start conversations that matter.
Tips
| # | Tip |
|---|---|
| 1 | Personalize connection requests with a reason. |
| 2 | Follow up with a short resource offer. |
| 3 | Use comments to build familiarity before DMs. |
| 4 | Mention a shared interest or experience. |
| 5 | Ask one simple question. |
| 6 | Thank people who engage with your posts. |
| 7 | Avoid pitching in the first message. |
| 8 | Track people who consistently respond. |
| 9 | Keep messages under 300 characters. |
| 10 | Be clear about why you are connecting. |
| 11 | Personalize connection requests with a reason. |
| 12 | Follow up with a short resource offer. |
| 13 | Use comments to build familiarity before DMs. |
| 14 | Mention a shared interest or experience. |
| 15 | Ask one simple question. |
| 16 | Thank people who engage with your posts. |
| 17 | Avoid pitching in the first message. |
| 18 | Track people who consistently respond. |
| 19 | Keep messages under 300 characters. |
| 20 | Be clear about why you are connecting. |
| 21 | Personalize connection requests with a reason. |
| 22 | Follow up with a short resource offer. |
| 23 | Use comments to build familiarity before DMs. |
| 24 | Mention a shared interest or experience. |
| 25 | Ask one simple question. |
Internal Links
- LinkedIn Intro Message Templates That Start Real Conversations
- LinkedIn Follow-Up Message Templates (No Awkwardness)
- LinkedIn Connection Request Templates for Sales: 10 Formulas with Acceptance Rates (2026)
- LinkedIn Post Formatter
How to Use This List
- Pick 3 items and draft posts today.
- Publish two posts this week using different formats.
- Track saves and comments and repeat winners.
7-Day Execution Plan
- Day 1: choose 5 ideas and write 2 drafts.
- Day 2: publish one post and reply to comments.
- Day 3: reuse the best hook with a new example.
- Day 4: publish a second post with a different format.
- Day 5: comment on 10 relevant posts.
- Day 6: turn one comment into a new post.
- Day 7: review results and save the best template.
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