Building your LinkedIn network isn’t just about adding numbers—it’s about starting genuine, meaningful conversations. With Outboundry, you can send stand-out connection requests by adding a personal touch to each invite. Here’s how you can do it step by step:
Open your Outboundry dashboard.
Select the campaign you want to work on, or start a new campaign.
In your campaign sequence, click Add New Step and choose Send Connection Request.
You’ll see a message window for your connection request. Craft a short, direct note that explains who you are and why you want to connect.
Best practices for your note:
Greet them by name: Use their first name for a friendly start.
Give context: Briefly explain how you found them (mutual connection, shared group, recent event, or common interests).
State your reason: Be honest and specific about why you’d like to connect, whether it’s learning from their experience, exploring collaboration, or networking within your field.
Keep it concise: LinkedIn limits connection request notes to 300 characters. Make it warm and relevant.
Be courteous: End with a friendly thanks or closing remark.
Personalization Tip: Outboundry allows you to insert dynamic variables (like {First Name}, {Company}, or {Job Title}) by clicking the variable button—these are automatically filled in for each lead, making your message more personal and engaging.
Example:
Hi {First Name}, I came across your profile through our shared interest in {Industry}. I’d love to connect and exchange insights!
Double-check your campaign sequence and message.
Launch your campaign. Outboundry will send requests according to your chosen intervals and within LinkedIn’s usage limits.
Once live, keep an eye on your acceptance rates and conversations in the analytics panel.
Sometimes, sending a connection request without a note achieves high acceptance—especially if your profile is strong and relevant.
If you do include a note, avoid long introductions or direct pitches. Be genuine and to the point.
Try both approaches: with and without a note. Analyze which performs better for your target audience.
Note: LinkedIn limits the number of connection requests that can include a personalized note, especially for users with a free LinkedIn account. Outboundry will automatically include your personalized message with the connection request only if your LinkedIn account has available note credits. If not, the connection request will be sent without a note to ensure it still goes through without errors.
By following these steps, you’ll make each connection count and boost your chances of meaningful LinkedIn conversations.
