Why Getting Connected on LinkedIn Is Getting Harder
LinkedIn has made it harder to get connected on LinkedIn—especially if you’re not paying. This section explains what’s changed and why we decided to dig into what really works in 2025.
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What Actually Gets People to Accept Your Invite
We tested hundreds of connection requests. The result? Short, relevant messages work. Salesy or generic ones don’t. This section shows which messages get ignored—and which spark replies.
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Your Profile May Be Costing You Connections
If your headline sounds too salesy, people are less likely to connect. This section explains how your profile—especially your headline—affects your success on LinkedIn.
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Appendix: How We Collected the Data
Here’s where we show how the tests were run, who we surveyed, and where the stats come from—so you can trust what you’re reading.
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