Replace connection request text with a 20-second voice note. Open rates 5× higher than text DMs.
Instead of typing a connection request message, record a 20-second voice note on LinkedIn mobile. Introduce yourself, reference one specific thing about their profile or recent post, and state one crisp reason for reaching out. Voice notes feel human and rare — most people have never received one in a sales context. Keep it under 25 seconds. Do not pitch in the first message; just open the door.