LinkedIn groups are a great way to connect with other professionals in your industry. When you see a post in a LinkedIn group that you find valuable, you may want to recommend it so that more members of the group see it. Here’s how to recommend a post to a LinkedIn group:
What is a LinkedIn group recommendation?
A LinkedIn group recommendation is a way to endorse a post that you find interesting or helpful. When you recommend a post, it gives that post more visibility within the group. Other members are more likely to see recommended posts near the top of the discussions tab. Recommendations also send a signal that the post has quality information worth reading.
Why recommend posts in LinkedIn groups?
There are a few key reasons to recommend posts in your LinkedIn groups:
- Help fellow group members by highlighting relevant, useful content.
- Give credit to and show appreciation for the author who created valuable content.
- Increase your engagement within the group when others see you actively participating.
- Potentially boost your own visibility, reputation, and connections.
In summary, recommending quality posts helps keep your groups full of meaningful discussions. It’s a way to pay it forward and collectively raise the value of the group for all members.
How to recommend a post in a LinkedIn group
If you’re using LinkedIn’s desktop site, recommending a post in a group is easy:
- Go to the LinkedIn group where you want to recommend a post.
- In the Discussions tab, locate the post you want to recommend.
- Click on the recommend icon, which looks like a little thumbs up. This is located below the post text.
- A window will pop up asking if you are sure you want to recommend this post. Click Recommend.
- That’s it! The post is now recommended. You should see your profile image displayed below the post.
Here is a visual step-by-step walkthrough of recommending a post on desktop:
1. Go to group Discussions tab | |
2. Locate post and click Recommend icon | |
3. Confirm recommend | |
4. Post is now recommended |
On LinkedIn’s mobile app, the process is very similar:
- Navigate to the group where the post is located.
- In the Posts tab, find the post you want to recommend.
- Tap the recommend icon below the post text (iOS) or the thumbs up icon (Android).
- Confirm that you want to recommend the post.
And that’s all there is to it! Recommending posts is a quick, simple way to actively participate in your LinkedIn groups.
How many times can I recommend a post?
You can only recommend a particular post one time. LinkedIn wants recommendations to be meaningful, so you cannot spam the recommend button. Other group members will see that you recommended the post and may check it out based on your endorsement.
Can I undo a post recommendation?
Yes, it is possible to undo a recommendation if you change your mind or recommend a post by mistake:
- Go back to the post you previously recommended in the group.
- Below the post text, click on the thumbs up Recommend icon again.
- This will undo your recommendation. Your profile image will be removed from below the post.
Who can see my post recommendations?
When you recommend a post, your profile photo appears below the post text. This signals to other group members that you recommended the post. So anyone who has access to the group can see which posts you have recommended.
Post recommendations are not public on your main LinkedIn profile. But they do appear on your activity within the group itself. Recommending posts is visible in the Recent activity section of your LinkedIn group profile.
Get More Visibility With Recommendations
In addition to recommending other posts, another way to gain more visibility is to create your own quality posts and content within groups. Here are some tips:
- Share your expertise by answering questions from other members.
- Post useful articles, resources, tips, and insights.
- Ask thoughtful discussion questions to get conversations started.
- Respond to other posts by adding your perspective to the discussion.
- Participate consistently, not just with one-off posts.
The more value you can add, the more group members will notice you and may connect with you organically. But remember to also actively engage with others’ posts through likes, comments, and recommendations.
Connect With Recommended Post Authors
One last benefit of recommending posts – it gives you a reason to connect with the original author. If you find someone’s post so valuable that you recommend it to the entire group, consider reaching out with a message:
- Thank them for creating and sharing such an insightful post.
- Comment on a specific point they made that you found interesting.
- Ask thoughtful follow-up questions about the content.
- Share a related article, video, or resource you think they’d find helpful.
Not every author may respond, but it can lead to meaningful new connections. And even if they don’t respond, they will likely appreciate your encouragement.
Other LinkedIn Recommendation Features
Beyond posts, LinkedIn offers recommendations for:
- Profiles – You can recommend colleagues, connections, and others to endorse their skills and expertise.
- Job listings – Recommend open job listings to help match opportunities with qualified candidates.
- Products and services – Recommend products or services your company offers to generate word-of-mouth.
Use these features thoughtfully to highlight talents, opportunities, and offerings deserving of greater visibility.
Recommend With a Note
When recommending someone’s LinkedIn profile, you have the option to add a note explaining why you’re recommending them. Personalized notes add context for your connections:
- “Susan is an incredible graphic designer who creates visually stunning marketing materials.”
- “I recommend Joe highly based on his expertise in the construction industry.”
- “Angela is always my go-to source for social media strategy.”
Take the time to add value with your recommendations through detailed notes.
Give Recommendations Thoughtfully
While recommendations can boost visibility, only recommend content you genuinely find helpful and individuals you fully endorse. Avoid recommending posts, profiles, or products just to try to game the system. LinkedIn members can see who recommends each piece of content, so recommendations should be authentic. Follow LinkedIn’s guidelines and best practices around ethical use of recommendations.
Conclusion
Recommending posts is a simple way to actively participate in LinkedIn groups and highlight quality discussions. Just click the recommend icon below any post you find interesting to give it your stamp of approval. When giving and receiving recommendations, let relevance and authenticity guide you to make meaningful connections.