Every professional wants the same thing: a LinkedIn profile that attracts opportunities. But too many profiles are vague, generic, or read like outdated résumés gathering digital dust.
The problem isn’t lack of experience—it’s lack of strategy. With the right AI prompts, anyone can transform their LinkedIn presence into a recruiter-ready magnet that gets noticed.
Here are seven enhanced prompts to copy, paste, and use today, complete with follow-up actions to maximise results.
1. Profile scan like a recruiter
Main Prompt:
“Act like a hiring manager in [industry]. Review this LinkedIn profile summary and tell me exactly what’s weak, vague, or missing. Be brutally honest about what would make me skip this candidate.”
Why This Works: See your profile through recruiter eyes and spot blind spots you’ve been missing for months.
Follow-Up Prompt:
“Based on these weaknesses, create a 30-day action plan to address the top 3 issues you identified. Include specific deadlines and measurable improvements.”
Pro Tip: Use this prompt quarterly to keep your profile fresh and aligned with current market demands.
2. Rewrite My Headline for Maximum Discovery
Main Prompt:
“Based on my experience in [industry/skills], write 3 different LinkedIn headlines that are keyword-rich, clear, and make me stand out—without sounding generic. Include the search terms recruiters in [target role] actually use.”
Why This Works: Headlines drive visibility. If the right keywords aren’t there, recruiters won’t find you in search results.
Follow-Up Prompt:
“For each headline option, explain which keywords will improve my search ranking and why recruiters in [industry] would click on my profile over similar candidates.”
Optimisation Strategy: Test each headline for 2 weeks and track profile views to see which performs best.
3. Summary that actually sells
Main Prompt:
“Write a compelling LinkedIn summary that highlights my biggest wins, unique value proposition, and personality—in exactly 3 short paragraphs. Make it conversational but professional, and end with a clear call-to-action.”
Why This Works: Transform your summary from a boring biography into a persuasive elevator pitch that makes people want to connect.
Follow-Up Prompt:
“Now create 2 alternative versions: one more creative/personality-driven, and one more results-focused with specific metrics. Explain when to use each version.”
Quick Test: Read your summary out loud. You’re on the right track if it sounds like something you’d actually say in conversation.
4. Experience section that shows impact
Main Prompt:
“Rewrite these 3 job descriptions using powerful action verbs, measurable results, and keywords recruiters in [industry] actually search for. Focus on achievements and impact, not just responsibilities.”
Why This Works: Replace plain task lists with compelling achievements demonstrating real business impact.
Follow-Up Prompt:
“For each role, suggest 2-3 additional quantifiable achievements I could add based on common success metrics in [industry]. Include the specific numbers or percentages that would be most impressive to hiring managers.”
Success Formula: Every bullet point should answer “So what?” with a clear business outcome or measurable result.
5. Skills that actually get you found
Main Prompt:
“List the top 15 LinkedIn skills I should add for someone targeting [specific role] in [industry]. Rank them by importance and explain which ones are most searched by recruiters versus which show technical depth.”
Why This Works: Strategic skills improve search ranking and recruiter matching algorithms.
Follow-Up Prompt:
“Create a 90-day plan to get endorsements for these top 5 skills. Include specific strategies for earning authentic endorsements from colleagues and clients.”
Insider Tip: LinkedIn’s algorithm favours profiles with 5+ endorsements per skill. Quality matters more than quantity.
6. Strategic commenting for visibility
Main Prompt:
“Give me a detailed 14-day engagement plan to comment meaningfully on posts in my industry. Include specific types of posts to target, comment structures that add value, and timing strategies that maximize visibility.”
Why This Works: Smart engagement signals activity, builds credibility, and gets you noticed by your network and beyond.
Follow-Up Prompt:
“Create 10 comment templates I can customize for different types of industry posts (news, insights, questions, celebrations). Make them thoughtful and conversation-starting, not generic praise.”
Engagement Strategy:
- Week 1: Focus on posts from target companies and industry leaders
- Week 2: Engage with posts from your immediate network and their connections
- Daily Goal: 3-5 meaningful comments that add genuine value
7. Thought Leadership content that builds authority
Main Prompt:
“Write 10 post ideas that share insights, lessons, or tips from my career in [industry/role]. Make them valuable enough to save, but humble enough to avoid sounding like I’m bragging. Include optimal posting times and frequency.”
Why This Works: Consistent, valuable content builds authority and keeps you top-of-mind with your network.
Follow-Up Prompt:
“For each post idea, create a simple outline with: hook/opening line, 2-3 key points, and a question to drive engagement. Also suggest relevant hashtags and when to post for maximum reach.”
Content calendar framework:
- Monday: Industry insights or trend observations
- Wednesday: Personal lessons learned or career tips
- Friday: Week wrap-ups or thought-provoking questions
- Optimal timing: 8-10 AM or 12-2 PM in your target audience’s time zone
The complete LinkedIn transformation strategy
LinkedIn has evolved from an online résumé to a professional visibility platform. Success requires both profile optimisation and consistent activity.
Here’s your 90-day transformation roadmap:
Days 1-30: Foundation
- Run prompts 1-5 to optimise your core profile
- Implement feedback and track profile view increases
- Begin daily commenting using the prompt six strategy
Days 31-60: Engagement
- Launch consistent posting using prompt seven content ideas
- Engage strategically with 10-15 posts daily
- Monitor which content types drive the most engagement
Days 61-90: Optimisation
- Analyse performance data and double down on what works
- Refine content strategy based on audience response
- Expand network strategically in target companies/roles
Success metrics to track:
- Profile views (aim for 2-3x increase)
- Connection requests from relevant professionals
- Inbound messages from recruiters or potential collaborators
- Post engagement rates (likes, comments, shares)
- Search appearances for your target keywords
Final thoughts: From profile to pipeline
These seven enhanced prompts aren’t just about making your LinkedIn look better—they’re about building a systematic approach to professional visibility that attracts the right opportunities.
The magic happens when you combine a polished profile with consistent, valuable engagement. Most professionals do one or the other, but the ones who get noticed do both.
Start with prompt #1 today. Your future self (and your next opportunity) will thank you.
Ready to get started? Copy the first prompt, paste it into ChatGPT with your current profile information, and see your LinkedIn presence through recruiter eyes. The insights might surprise you.
