How to Message New LinkedIn Connections (Quick Follow-Up Workflow)

You've made a new LinkedIn connection. Now what? ANSWER: build the professional relationship through a follow-up message. Watch this video for a quick tutorial on how to find your recently added LinkedIn connections and send a simple follow-up note to start the relationship the right way. From the LinkedIn homepage, I navigate to My Network, then click Connections under “Manage my network” to view a list sorted by recently added and check any prior message history. I explain why it’s important to follow up regularly (I recommended weekly batches), especially since new connections may come from invitations you sent or accepted. I also share what to include in a follow-up message: a personalized greeting using their first name, context for how you met, and a helpful offer (like answering LinkedIn/marketing questions or leveraging your network) without selling too fast. 00:00 Big LinkedIn Mistake 00:16 Find New Connections 00:42 My Network Navigation 01:39 Open Connections List 02:05 Message Recent Adds 03:22 Follow Up Not Pitch 03:58 Write A Quick Note 05:19 Weekly Habit And Wrap