Welcome to a practical collection of LinkedIn DM frameworks, grounded in real-world experience rather than marketing hype. This isn’t a typical “playbook”; it’s a curated set of methodologies developed by startup founders, thought leaders, and professionals who use LinkedIn DMs as a deliberate and thoughtful tool for building connections, partnerships, and opportunities. The strategies and examples shared here come directly from actual practitioners, reflecting approaches that prioritize relevance, research, and genuine value—not just high-volume messaging.