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LinkedIn Recommendations: Getting Quality Endorsements
Chris Anderson
October 17, 2024
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Why Recommendations Matter in 2025
According to 2025 LinkedIn statistics, profiles with recommendations get 71% more interview opportunities. With 1.2 billion LinkedIn members worldwide, quality recommendations provide crucial social proof of your capabilities.
Who to Ask
- Former managers and supervisors
- Colleagues who know your work well
- Clients you've helped succeed
- Cross-functional partners
How to Ask
- Personalize your request
- Explain why you're asking them
- Suggest specific topics to cover
- Offer to reciprocate
Making Recommendations Strong
- Specific examples beat general praise
- Results and impact are memorable
- Character traits add depth
- Keep it concise but substantive
Conclusion
Strategic recommendations strengthen your professional brand. Invest time in building this social proof.
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Chris Anderson
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Chris helps professionals optimize their LinkedIn presence for career success.
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