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Mutuals connections on profiles

Knowing your shared connections can provide valuable context for relationship-building. You can seamlessly view mutual connections as you visit profiles which helps you identify common ground and leverage your existing network more effectively. The mutual connections feature is the foundation for other amazing features that will expand your networking capabilities on Distill. 

How It Works

  1. Download and Install the Chrome Extension

  2. View Mutual Connections Instantly

    • Once installed, the extension will automatically display mutual connections from LinkedIn whenever you visit a profile.

    • This information is shown directly on the profile page, making it easy to see shared professional relationships.

What Information Is Displayed?

For each mutual connection, the extension provides key details to help you understand the relevance of your shared contacts:

  • Number of Mutual Connections – Quickly see how many mutual contacts you share with the person whose profile you’re viewing.

  • Mutuals’ Roles – Gain insight into your shared connections’ job titles and professional background.

  • Location – See where your mutual connections are based, which can be helpful for local networking.

  • Connection Status – Instantly know whether you’re directly connected with a mutual contact or if they are a second-degree connection.

  • Pronouns – Respectfully acknowledge how your mutual connections prefer to be addressed.

Why Use This Feature?

  • Strengthen Networking Opportunities – Leverage mutual contacts for warm introductions and professional growth.

  • Enhance Personalization – Reference shared connections when reaching out to new contacts.

  • Analyzing a person's Mutuals - We can visit a person's Distill profile and analyze their mutuals to see how you are connected.

  • Intro paths - This feature analyzes your mutual connections and identifies the best route to an introduction and connecting. 

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