When to use this prompt
When nurturing new LinkedIn connections into sales or partnership conversations.
When following up on accepted connection requests.
When crafting outreach messages that balance professionalism and personalization.
When aiming to increase response rates on LinkedIn messages.
The prompt
Write a clear, concise LinkedIn message that converts a connection into a conversation about [Specific Goal, e.g., scheduling a call]. Ensure the message is personalized, professional, and engaging, with a strong CTA that encourages a response.
Variables to replace:
Real-life example of how to use this prompt
To start, let’s assume I’m a senior marketer at HubSpot. The prompt in the context of HubSpot would look like:
As you can see, this example demonstrates how the prompt focuses on clarity, personalization, and a compelling CTA to turn LinkedIn connections into meaningful conversations.
Example output from ChatGPT for this prompt
And here's the output:
Hi [First Name],
Thanks for connecting! I noticed [personalized detail, e.g., “your work in [industry]” or “your recent post about [topic]”] and thought it would be great to connect.
I specialize in helping teams like yours leverage HubSpot Marketing to [specific benefit, e.g., “drive more qualified leads and streamline campaigns”]. I’d love to schedule a quick 15-minute call to learn more about your goals and explore if HubSpot could help accelerate them.
Would you be open to a brief chat sometime this week or next?
Looking forward to your thoughts,
[Your Name]
Or to be more specific:
Pro tips
Keep messages under 150 words for readability and engagement.
Reference a recent interaction, post, or shared interest to personalize.
Include a single, clear CTA to avoid overwhelming the recipient.
Test multiple message variations to optimize response rates.
