How to Write a LinkedIn Recommendation Template to Boost Your Freelance Business
Learn how to write effective LinkedIn recommendation templates to showcase your skills and boost your freelance business
You spent hours crafting a proposal, negotiating a project scope, and delivering high-quality work to a client. But then, you forgot to ask for a LinkedIn recommendation, and the opportunity slipped through your fingers. This post will show you how to write a LinkedIn recommendation template to ensure you receive the recognition and referrals you deserve.
Why this keeps happening
Many freelancers struggle to ask for LinkedIn recommendations from their clients, either due to fear of rejection or uncertainty about how to ask. This can lead to missed opportunities for referrals, word-of-mouth marketing, and long-term business growth.
Real example
Take Sarah, a freelance writer who delivered an outstanding series of blog posts to a client. She was thrilled with the client's satisfaction, but when she asked for a LinkedIn recommendation, the client hesitated, unsure of how to write a compelling recommendation. As a result, Sarah missed out on the opportunity to showcase her work and attract new clients.
The habits that fix this permanently
These are the non-negotiables for getting paid reliably in your profession:
How to implement this step by step
Craft a Clear and Concise Template
Start by creating a simple template that guides the client's response. Include a brief introduction, a list of specific skills or services you want them to highlight, and a call-to-action to share the recommendation on LinkedIn. For example, you could say: 'Dear [Client], I'd love it if you could recommend me on LinkedIn for my expertise in [specific skill]. You can copy and paste the following template: '[insert template]. Thank you!'
Specify the Types of Skills or Services You Want Highlighted
Be specific about the types of skills or services you want the client to highlight in the recommendation. This will help you showcase your unique strengths and value proposition. For example, you could say: 'I'd love it if you could focus on my ability to deliver high-quality content on tight deadlines, as well as my expertise in [specific industry or niche].'
Provide Context About Your Collaboration and Value Delivered
Provide context about your collaboration with the client, including the scope of work, timelines, and any challenges you overcame. This will help the client understand the value you delivered and make a more informed recommendation. For example, you could say: 'I'm proud of the way we worked together to deliver a series of high-quality blog posts that exceeded your expectations. I'm confident that my expertise in [specific skill] made a significant impact on your business.'
Make it Easy for the Client to Share the Recommendation
Make it easy for the client to share the recommendation by providing a template and a clear call-to-action. You could say: 'If you'd like to recommend me on LinkedIn, simply copy and paste the following template and share it with your network: '[insert template]. Thank you!'
Follow Up with a Polite Reminder
Follow up with a polite reminder if the client doesn't respond within a week or two. You could say: 'Hi [Client], I wanted to follow up on my request for a LinkedIn recommendation. If you're still interested in recommending me, please let me know and I'll send over the template again.'
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