20+ Best LinkedIn Cold Message Templates

Hi {First_Name}, 

How are you? I noticed we share a mutual connection, {Name of Person}. How do you know him/her? 

{Name of Person} and I did our undergraduate degree together!

Anyways, I also looked at your profile and it appears we are employed in the same industry. I would love to exchange ideas with you. 

Let’s connect!
Take Care/Regards, 
{Your Name}

Greetings {First_Name},

I came across your profile on {Insert Group Name}. 

I am always looking for like-minded individuals in my industry. Judging from your profile, you have quite the experience in this field. 

I would love to pick your brain on different {Insert name of industry} techniques you’ve deployed over the years. 

Let’s talk!

{Your Name}

Hello, {First_Name}
Hope you are doing well during these trying times.

I have been following you for quite some time now. I absolutely love your work at {insert company name}, and have found it to be extremely insightful. 

I especially enjoyed {Reading, watching, listening to} your piece on {Insert name of notable work}. I shared this on my timeline, it was too good not to share. 

Much like yourself, I am also employed in the same industry. I would love to take this conversation further and exchange ideas. 

Let me know if you are available for a quick phone call? 

Take care, 

{YourName}

Hey {First_Name}, 

I am reaching out to you regarding our {Insert name of product or service}. 

Given your background and profession, I understand our {Services or Products} would be beneficial for your organization. 

{Insert few benefits of product or service OR mention USP}

You can visit our website to find out more:
{Insert website URL}

If this is something that interests you, let me know so we can set up a quick call. 

Looking forward to hearing from you! 

Have a great day!

{Your Name}

Hi there {First_Name}!, 

Your profile appeared at the top of the search results for professionals in the {Insert Industry Name}. 

I would love to connect with you, and understand what you do at {Company Name}. 

Perhaps we can share ideas with each other, as I am employed in the same industry. 

Optional: You can also mention your role in the industry; it would be especially relevant if both of you are employed in the same role. 

Cheers, 

{Your Name}

Hi there, {First_Name} 

I am a {Insert Role or Industry} as well. I had the opportunity to view some of your work, and I have to say I am impressed. 

Seeing as we work on similar projects, I would love to discuss the unique approaches or strategies you use. 

{Insert something unique to that role, for example if you’re a marketer: How do you generate leads? Or you can share how you generate leads too.}

Let’s connect! 

Cheers, 

{Your Name}

Hi {First_ Name}, 

I saw your profile while looking up {Industry Name} recruiters on LinkedIn in {Name of Place}. 

I am a {Insert Job Title}, {Add relevant information about your experience}.

My main skills encompass {add skills}. 

Does that fit the type of roles you generally recruit for? 

I would love to work for {add company name} as their vision and mission are in line with mine. 

Let me know what you think, I’d love to talk. 

Best, 

{Your Name}

Hi {First_Name}, 

Hope you are staying safe during these trying times. 

I found your profile through (mutual friend, group or school, or post/comment). I am interested in learning more about your industry; given your background I trust you are the right individual to learn from. 

Let me know if this is something you are interested in. 

Cheers,
 
{Your Name}

Hey there, {First_Name},

I have been following your content for a while now. I am very impressed with all your accomplishments, and enjoy reading your opinions (or whatever they share).

I am always on the lookout for more industry leaders to add to my network. Your knowledge and expertise in {insert industry name} are one to look up to. 

I especially enjoyed {insert name of post/blog title - include why you liked it}. 

I’d love to connect to keep up with more of your content. 

Have a great day, 

{Your Name}

Hey there, {First_Name}

I heard your business is planning on expanding (or insert unique details about business that acts as a sales opportunity) to Asia.

Very excited for you and your team, congrats!

I would love to know more about what helped in this decision and what next steps you are taking? 

{insert quick intro about your company, and how you can help 
them}

Looking forward to hearing back from you. 

Wishing you all the best with your new venture, 

{Your Name}

Hey {First_Name},

I have been following your company’s journey for a while now. I have to say {add personalized observation, notable achievements}.

The vision and mission of your organization are commendable. 
I am {Your Name}, and I work as a {insert role} at {Company Name}. 

{Quickly explain the problem you aim to resolve with a customized solution}. 

You can find out more about my organization at: 
{Company Website}

Hope you have a great day! Looking forward to hearing from you. 

Cheers, 

{Your Name}

Greetings, {First_Name}

My name is {Insert Name}, and I am a {Insert Role}. 

I have been following your organization's work for a while now. 

{Add notable achievements of company}

I am very interested in working at {Insert something unique to the company}. 

{Insert some information about your experience}

If you have a second, I would love to discuss how my experience and skills can benefit your organization for the position of {insert name of role}. 

(If there is no job posting, and you want to inquire about an opening then add the line mentioned below.)

I know you must be flooded with messages; but if there are any job openings for {Insert Role}, I would be more than delighted to share why I might be a good fit. 

Thank you and have an amazing day!

Best, 

{Your Name}

Hi there, {First_Name}

I am a recruiter at {Company Name}. We are currently looking for a {Insert Role}. 

I have reviewed your profile and I am impressed with your background and experience.

Your {Skill 1} and {Skill 2} would be a great contribution to our organization.

We are looking for esteemed professionals just like yourself that are hungry to learn. 

If this interests you, let’s have a chat and discuss further. 

(Optional: You can ask them to share their resume and further contact details)

Have a great week!

{Your Name}

Hi Mr/Mrs/Ms {First_Name} {Last_Name} 

My name is {Your Name}, and I am a first year student at {University Name}, currently studying {Course Name}. 

I have been following your company journey over the years and would love an opportunity to intern with {Company Name}. 

It would be a great experience to learn more about my field of interest and help me grow as a professional. 

{Add one about your skills - perhaps extracurricular activities you’ve participated in at university. Or if you held any leadership positions, anything noteworthy that makes you stand out}. 

Let me know if there are any internship opportunities available. 


Have a great day!

{Your Name}

Hello {First_Name}, 

I know you probably have a packed schedule. 

I would love to have a conversation with you about {Mention the content of the previous message briefly}. 

And did I mention that {Add captivating one liner that would make them want to reply}. 

Let me know if there is a convenient time to message you. 

Hoping to hear back from you. 

Have a splendid day! 

{Your Name}

Hi there, {First_Name}

How are you doing? Hope you're staying safe during these trying times. 

I wanted to ask you if you would write me a recommendation here on LinkedIn regarding our time working together. 

I would be more than happy to write one for you as well, if you want. 

{Add direct link to write recommendation}

Thank you! 

{Your Name}

Hey there, {First_Name} 

(This message is dependent on what you are promoting, try to keep it personal yet direct) 

I saw your comment on {Post Title}, and figured you are interested in {Topic Name}.

I have recently launched {Product/Service details}. I believe this would be something of value to you as {Mention Why}.

OR 

I am hosting a free live webinar series about {Topic Name}. I think this would be of your interest as I will be covering {Add Details}.

Let me know if you are interested in learning more!

Cheers, 

{Your Name}

Hey {First_Name}, 

I came across your profile through {Add where you saw their profile: mutual connection, search page, recommendation page, group, etc.}.

Seeing as you work in the same industry as me, I believe we could exchange valuable ideas and learn from each other. 

I would love to connect with you! 

Best, 

{Your Name}

Hey {First_Name},

I saw you like/comment on my latest post/blog about {Post Title}. 

I love connecting with my audience members, and truly believe that knowledge must be shared. 

I have written similar posts in the past that might interest you. 
Sharing the links below:
{Add Links}

Please feel free to share your thoughts on my piece, as I am always open to conversing about such topics. 

Have a great day, 

{Your Name}

Hi {First_Name}, 

I saw that we have a few common connections, and thought we’d connect. 

I am hosting an event on {Date} at {Location}.

{Add details about the event}

I think this might be of interest to you. Perhaps you and your team would like to attend. {Add in some information about freebies, promos, guest speakers or attendance certificates}.

Let me know if you have any questions. 

Best, 

{Your Name}

Hi there, {First_Name} 

{You can add in a punchline here relating to the topic of the webinar. For example if the webinar is about boosting B2B sales: “Are you ready to skyrocket your sales in under 6 months?”}.

I wanted to let you know about a webinar we will be hosting on {Date and Time}.

We will be talking about {Add details about the webinar}.

{Mention if there any guest speakers}

Here’s the registration link: {Add Link}

Hoping to see you there! 

Cheers, 

{Your Name}

Hi there, {First_Name} 

Thanks for connecting! 

Is {Business Solution} something on the cards for your business?
 
{Add in brief introduction of the company}

As a friendly gesture, I would like to offer you a free trial of our {Mention name of product or service, and add in the link}. 

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts! 

Hope you have a great day. 

{Your Name}