The difference with the ‘regular’ mailbox in your LinkedIn profile is that with InMail you can send direct messages to users who are not part of your network on LinkedIn. For companies and entrepreneurs this is an interesting way to reach new people for example to recruit new employees or generate leads.
Make a good impression with these tips
If you want to use InMail as a communication tool, or you are already familiar with it but are still looking for it, gambling database these tips from Brafton from the infographic below might help you on your way. After all, you want to make a good first impression and not come across as a spammer. If you are considering sending a campaign via InMail, make sure you carefully consider who the sender is. For example, do not let an intern send the message, but a manager or expert within your organization who has knowledge of the subject your campaign is about.
Also read: New LinkedIn settings: what should you (still) pay attention to?
Another tip is to add banners in your message that match the subject. This reinforces the message. Also, do not send messages that are too long, but keep your message short and binding.
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