Should You Reach Out to a Job Poster on LinkedIn?

Are you in the midst of a job search and considering contacting a hiring manager directly? Consultant and sales expert Samantha McKenna says go ahead! We're no longer in the Middle Ages and it's perfectly acceptable to

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, and it can even help you stand out if done correctly. However, sending a single message to the hiring manager on LinkedIn isn't enough to get you a job. You should reach out to recruiters on LinkedIn if you're actively looking for a job opportunity or if you want to build relationships for better career opportunities in the future. LinkedIn is great for helping you find and contact those connections, so take advantage of them! Whether you're actively searching for a job or not, it's always beneficial to contact recruiters as they can help you land the dream job.

I got my job without a cover letter or resume and even without a traditional job offer on a website. But how do you contact a recruiter on LinkedIn in a professional way? Or how do you send messages to the recruiter on LinkedIn without looking like spam and, at the same time, increase your chances of getting an interview with the hiring company? You need to figure out who posted that LinkedIn job you're interested in and how to find them so you can communicate your interest.