how to see someone's connections on linkedin

To view someone's connections on LinkedIn, follow these steps:

Desktop Steps

1. Sign in to your LinkedIn account.
2. Type the person's name in the Search bar at the top of your LinkedIn homepage and select their profile from the dropdown that appears.
3. Click on the number of connections displayed below their profile picture.
4. Explore the connections listed under the People tab. Use the additional filters near the top of the page to refine your search.

Mobile Steps

1. Navigate to the profile of the person whose connections you want to view.
2. Tap the number of connections below their profile picture.
3. View the connections under the People tab and use the filters at the top of the screen to filter your results.

Note: If the person has chosen to hide their connections, you will not see the 'See connections' option on their profile. However, you can still view mutual connections in the introduction section of their profile or from the People tab of the search results page.

Searching Connections for Networking

1. Click on the profile page of the person whose network you want to explore.
2. Click on the '500+ connections' hyperlink or the specific number of connections if displayed.
3. Use the 'All Filters' button to apply filters such as location or industry to narrow down the list of connections.
4. If you are not directly connected to someone you find, consider sending a personalized connection request or message.

Remember to approach connections politely and professionally, whether you're seeking job opportunities, networking, or looking for recruiters.