How to Turn LinkedIn InMails into Job Interviews
Did you know that you can find and message hiring managers on LinkedIn? InMails can be a powerful tool for landing job interviews—if done right.
So how do you use inMails to secure your next interviews? Stand out with these tried and tested strategies and real life examples.
What are LinkedIn InMails?
LinkedIn InMails are a premium messaging feature that allows users to send messages to other LinkedIn members they are not connected to. InMails are currently a feature for upgraded Premium members. InMails are useful for connecting with other members who may not be accessible through other methods, especially if you don’t have an email or other contact information. There are several features which could be helpful for job seekers to get an edge on other applicants and get your resume and profile directly to the hiring manager.
How do I find who to message?
Finding and reaching out directly to the hiring manager shows initiative and helps you standout. For LinkedIn premium account members, you can find the hiring manager or recruiter on the job posting. [INCLUDE PHOTO EXAMPLE] While it might not always be easy to see who the hiring team is, LinkedIn Premium allows you to get closer to the real humans who will be reviewing your resume.
Strategies for turning InMails into interviews
🍓 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 & 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗲𝘁
Busy professionals don’t have time to read long messages. Keep your message concise, get to the point, and show your enthusiasm for the company and position (it goes a long way).
📈 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲
Explain how your skills can solve their problems and how your experience aligns with the organization and can help achieve company goals.
What past projects have you completed that are similar to Focus on what’s in it for them.
Real strategies I used as a job seeker to contact hiring managers and secure interviews.
🎯 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲
Research the company and mention something about the recipient’s role, the team, or company. Personalization shows genuine interest.
INTERVIEW SECURED!!
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📄 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲
Make it easy for the recipient to see that you’re the right person for the role. Sending your resume gets human eyes on your experience quickly, so you can expedite the process and get to an interview.
📅 𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹-𝘁𝗼-𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
Ask for a brief chat or an interview in a polite but direct way. When you provide a clear next step, it encourages action and shows your enthusiasm. Include your email and phone number to make communication streamlined and easy.
How did it end for me? Well I got the interview scheduled for the following week, made it to the final round, and ultimately signed an offer with a different company (with better title and salary).
Happy networking, and rooting for you to land those interviews! 💼✨
