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LinkedIn Recommendations: Getting Quality Endorsements

Chris Anderson
October 17, 2024
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LinkedIn Recommendations: Getting Quality Endorsements

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

  1. Personalize your request
  2. Explain why you're asking them
  3. Suggest specific topics to cover
  4. 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

LinkedIn Strategist

Chris helps professionals optimize their LinkedIn presence for career success.

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