What Recruiters Actually Look for on LinkedIn
Headline formulas, keyword placement, activity signals, and InMail response rates — insider patterns from tech recruiters who fill 100+ roles per year. Headline formula that ranks. Recruiters spend 6–10 seconds on a LinkedIn profile before deciding to InMail or skip. Your headline, recent activity, and skill endorsements drive search ranking in LinkedIn Recruiter. About section: first 3 lines matter. Only the first ~220 characters show before "see more". Lead with role, years of experience, top 3 technologies, and one quantified achievement. Activity that gets noticed.