How to Join a LinkedIn Live Event

Attending a LinkedIn Live event is one of the best ways to get real-time insights from industry leaders, connect with peers, and participate in a genuine professional conversation. This guide will walk you through exactly how to find, register for, and join any LinkedIn Live event, so you never miss out on a valuable learning or networking opportunity.

What Exactly Is a LinkedIn Live Event?

First, let’s clarify what we're talking about. A LinkedIn Live event is a real-time video broadcast hosted by a person or a company page on LinkedIn. Unlike a pre-recorded video, a Live event happens in the moment, allowing viewers to interact directly with the host and other attendees through comments, questions, and reactions. Think of it as a virtual conference, a live Q&,A session, a product demo, or an expert panel discussion happening right in your LinkedIn feed.

Professionals use these events to share knowledge, launch products, build their brand authority, and create a sense of community. For attendees, it’s a fantastic way to access exclusive content, get your specific questions answered, and expand your professional network without leaving your desk.

Finding LinkedIn Live Events That Matter to You

Before you can join an event, you need to find it. Events can surface in several different ways across the platform. Here are the most common methods for discovering your next must-attend virtual session.

1. Discover Events in Your News Feed

The simplest way to find events is by scrolling through your main LinkedIn feed. As you browse, LinkedIn’s algorithm will show you broadcasts it thinks you’ll find relevant. Look for posts that have a special video window with a prominent red "LIVE" icon or posts promoting an upcoming event with a registration link. Companies you follow, connections in your network, or even influencers in your industry might be hosting them. You will also see posts from people in your network who have registered to attend an event, which serves as a great social recommendation.

2. Check Your Event Invitations and Notifications

When someone directly invites you to their event, you'll receive a notification. To find these, look for the bell icon in the top navigation bar of your LinkedIn homepage. Invitations will appear here, allowing you to accept or decline with a single click. It's also a good idea to periodically check the "Events" section of your network page.

• To find this, go to your homepage and click on the "My Network" icon in the top navigation.
• On the next page, look for the "Events" link on the left-hand menu.
• This will take you to a dedicated dashboard showing all the past, present, and upcoming events you are connected to.

3. Use the LinkedIn Search Bar

If you're looking for an event on a specific topic, the search bar is your best friend. It’s a powerful but underutilized tool for event discovery.

• Type keywords related to your interests into the main search bar at the top of the page (e.g., "social media marketing," "AI in business," or "remote leadership").
• After hitting enter, you’ll see a list of results filters at the top of the page. Click on "Events".
• This will show you a dedicated list of all available past, ongoing, and upcoming Live events matching your keywords, which you can then browse and register for.

4. Visit Company and Influencer Pages

If there’s a particular company, thought leader, or organization you admire, chances are they host live events. Visit their LinkedIn page directly to see what they have planned.

• Navigate to their company or personal profile.
• Look for an "Events" tab or scroll through their recent activity feed. Hosts almost always promote their events multiple times leading up to the live date.
• While you're there, make sure you're following them so you'll see future event announcements in your main feed.

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Joining a LinkedIn Live Session

Once you've found an event you want to attend, the process of joining is straightforward. The steps vary slightly depending on whether the event is upcoming or already in progress.

Scenario 1: Registering for an Upcoming Event

Most of the time, you'll discover an event before it goes live. Registering ahead of time is the best way to make sure you don't forget about it.

1. Find the Event Page: Whether you found the event via a feed post, a search, or a direct link, click on it to go to the official Event Page. This page contains all the essential details: the topic, date, time, speakers, and a description.
2. Click the "Attend" Button: Look for a blue button near the top of the page labeled "Attend" or "Register." Click it. You are now officially registered. Once you click "Attend," the button will often change to "Attending" and give you options to add the event to your calendar (Google, Outlook, etc.). This is highly recommended!
3. Wait for Notifications: LinkedIn will now keep you in the loop. You'll receive a notification just before the event is about to start, reminding you to join. Usually, you get a "starts in 15 minutes" type of alert.
4. Join When it Goes Live: When the host starts the broadcast, you'll get another notification saying, "The event is starting now." Click that notification, and you’ll be taken directly into the live session. If you missed the notification, you can simply revisit the Event Page, where a large video player will be showing the live feed. Click to watch, and you're in!

Scenario 2: Joining an Event That's Already Live

Sometimes you’ll stumble upon an event that is already happening. This is even simpler because there’s no need to register.

• Look for the Red "LIVE" Bubble: Live sessions will appear in your feed with a very noticeable red "LIVE" indicator in the corner of the video. The post will also have a header telling you that the page is currently broadcasting live.
• Just Click and Watch: To join, you just have to click on the video or the prompt. The video will expand, and you'll immediately see the broadcast and the comment stream. The audio will likely be muted by default, so be sure to click the volume icon on the video player to hear what's going on.

Getting the Most Out of the Experience: How to Engage

Just joining the event is half the battle, participating is how you extract the real value. The LinkedIn Live interface is designed for interaction, so take advantage of it.

The Live Video Interface

When you join, you will typically see:

• The Video Stream: This is the main part of the screen where the host(s) are broadcasting.
• The Comment Feed: To the side or below the video, you will see a real-time stream of comments from other attendees. This is where the magic happens.
• Engagement Options: At the bottom of the video, you’ll find the reaction buttons (Like, Celebrate, Support, Love, Insightful, Funny) and a box to type your own comment or question.

Best Practices for Engagement

Engagement isn't just about being seen, it's about adding to the conversation. Here’s how you can make a positive impression:

• Introduce Yourself: When you first join, drop a quick hello in the comments and let people know where you're watching from. It’s an easy icebreaker. For example: "Hello from London! Really looking forward to this discussion."
• Ask Thoughtful Questions: Don't just ask something that could be easily Googled. Listen to the speaker and ask a specific, relevant question that adds to the discussion. Acknowledge what the speaker just said to show you’re paying attention.
• Share Your Insights: If the host asks a question or a topic comes up where you have expertise, feel free to add a concise, valuable comment. This is a great way to showcase your knowledge non-intrusively.
• Interact With Other Attendees: If another attendee asks a great question or posts an interesting comment, give it a like or reply to their comment to build on the idea. This is virtual networking in action.
• Use Reactions: The reaction buttons are a quick, non-disruptive way to show the hosts you're engaged with their content. It also helps to provide them feedback on what areas are resonating with the audience.

Don't Forget to Network After the Event

The conversation doesn't have to end when the broadcast does. If a speaker or another attendee said something particularly insightful, consider sending them a connection request afterward. Personalize your request by mentioning what you enjoyed about the event. A simple note like this goes a long way:

"Hi [Name], I really enjoyed your insights on brand building during the LinkedIn Live event today. Your point about community engagement really stood out. I'd love to connect and follow your work."

Troubleshooting Common Joining Issues

Sometimes technology doesn't cooperate. Here are a few common hiccups and how to fix them:

• "The video isn't loading or is buffering." This is usually an internet connection issue. Try refreshing your browser page first. If that doesn't work, check your internet speed or try moving closer to your Wi-Fi router. Closing other bandwidth-heavy tabs can also help.
• "I missed the notification and can't find the live stream." No problem. If you registered for the event, just go to your "My Network" >, "Events" page. The event should be listed there, and you can click on it to join the live session.
• "I missed the event entirely! Can I still watch it?" In most cases, yes! After an event concludes, LinkedIn automatically saves the recording to the host's page as a regular video post. You can often find it on the Event page where you registered or by checking the host's recent "Activity" on their profile. You won't be able to participate in the live chat, but you can still watch the full presentation and read the comments.

Final Thoughts

Joining LinkedIn Live events is a simple and powerful way to stay current in your field, learn from experts, and make meaningful professional connections. Now that you know how to find, attend, and actively engage in these sessions, you can confidently make them a part of your professional development and networking strategy.

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