If you ask me to connect using the default language, I will not reply.
As was just received, if you send me a request to connect, with a kind note about why you thought we should connect, all for your benefit, in your wording, I will reply and respectfully decline.
My admonition:
Ask someone to connect and let him/her know at least 51% of the relationship will help the invitee.
Thank you.
Marc W. Halpert
LinkedIn personal coach, group trainer, marketing strategist and overall evangelist, having a great time pursuing my passion of connecting professionals so they can collaborate better!