How to Write a LinkedIn Post That Gets Engagement

On LinkedIn, the first line decides everything — it's all most people see before “…see more.” Nail the hook, keep it scannable, and end with a reason to comment. Here's how.

Draft it in seconds

Describe your idea, story, or announcement in the AI LinkedIn Post Generator and get a ready-to-edit post with a hook, short paragraphs, and hashtags — then tweak it so it sounds like you.

Start with a scroll-stopping hook

• Lead with a bold statement, a surprising result, or a relatable problem.
• Keep the first line short — no context yet, just the hook.
• Avoid burying the point below the fold.

Format for the feed

• One idea per line — lots of white space; no dense paragraphs.
• Tell a story — a small personal moment beats a generic lesson.
• Keep it to ~150–250 words — enough to say something, short enough to finish.

End with engagement

Close with a question or a clear call to action so people comment — early comments are what push a post into more feeds. Add 3–5 relevant hashtags (the generator suggests them, or use the Hashtag Generator).

A few do's and don'ts

• Do post consistently — reach compounds with frequency.
• Do reply to every comment in the first hour.
• Don't put important links in the post body (they can cut reach) — add them in the first comment.
• Don't over-hashtag — 3–5 focused tags beat a wall of them.

FAQ

How long should a LinkedIn post be?

Around 150–250 words works well — a strong hook, a short story or insight, and a call to action.

How many hashtags should I use?

Three to five relevant ones. More looks spammy and doesn't help.

Is the LinkedIn post generator free?

You get a set number of free AI runs each day; go Pro for unlimited use.