Summary

This article provides guidance on how to ask for and write effective LinkedIn recommendations.

Abstract

The article explains the importance of LinkedIn recommendations and provides tips on how to request them from colleagues and former co-workers. It also offers advice on how to write a strong recommendation, emphasizing the importance of being specific, using concrete examples, and focusing on the person's professional strengths. The article also cautions against showcasing too many recommendations and timing requests appropriately.

Opinions

LinkedIn recommendations are an important aspect of a professional profile
Recommendations should be specific and focus on professional strengths
It's important to provide recommenders with all necessary information
Recommendations should be timed appropriately
It's important to be objective and honest when writing a recommendation
Showcasing too many recommendations can be counterproductive.

How To Ask and Write Brilliant Recommendations

How to Guide: Giving and Receiving great recommendations on LinkedIn

Giving and receiving recommendations — Photo by fauxels from Pexels

LinkedIn is the first stop that comes to mind when you’re searching for a job. It might be an excellent tool to help you network with potential employers and learn about businesses.

One of the most important aspects of LinkedIn is the recommendations section. This is a place where you can list testimonials from former co-workers, clients or managers who can vouch for your skills and abilities.

The recommendations show that you have strong professional relationships and that people respect your work.

But there are a few dos and don’ts to bear in mind when requesting or offering LinkedIn recommendations. We’ll go through how to get LinkedIn recommendations the best way as well as how to write your own excellent one.

When requesting recommendations:

First and foremost, make sure your profile is as up-to-date and as complete as possible. Recommenders will be more inclined to suggest you if they can tell what you’ve worked on lately and what your talents are.
Next, reach out to individuals you have worked with previously and whose work you appreciate, asking if they would be willing to write a recommendation for you.
Keep in mind that not everyone will be able to write a strong LinkedIn recommendation for you. If someone declines, don’t take it personally — just move on to someone else.
Finally, when asking for a recommendation, be sure to provide the recommender with all the information they need. This includes a brief summary of your work together and links to any articles or projects that you would like them to mention.
Don’t showcase too many recommendations. It is hard to say how many is too many, but you probably know. Please don’t go overboard. It may become counter-productive.
Time it right. If you are going for a specific job, find someone whose recommendation might make a difference.

If you are writing a recommendation:

When writing a LinkedIn recommendation, it’s essential to keep in mind the person who will be reading it.

Be specific and use concrete examples to illustrate your points. Avoid general statements and clichés.
Please focus on the person’s professional strengths and how they have contributed to their workplace.
Be sure to include any skills or achievements that stand out as well as what you enjoyed working with them.
Finally, be objective and honest in your assessment. If you can’t think of anything good to say, it’s best not to write a recommendation at all.

Wrap Up

In summary, LinkedIn recommendations can be a great way to stand out from the crowd, but only if they are done correctly. By following these dos and don’ts, you can make sure that your profile looks polished and professional.

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