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Feeling LinkedOut? why LinkedIn is losing its job market mojo
From networking powerhouse to digital ghost town — the changing landscape of online job searches
“Your network is your net worth.” — Porter Gale
I will admit, writing anything that even sounds like a company reviews isn’t exactly my jam — especially when they’re not glowing endorsements. But living in the full glory of my truth, I made a pact to keep it real in these digital streets. So here’s the deal: I’m here to serve the cold, hard truth with a side of fairness, all while making sure it vibes with those of you who are used to reading my more academic post as well. Truth is my life is a mesh of academic and professional these days so I feel qualified to channel the conversations of so many of my peers who are asking —
What is going on with LinkedIn?
Because let’s face it, sometimes the professional network platform is not giving links; instead, it gives us major ‘LinkedOut’ vibes. You know what I mean: suddenly feeling like you couldn’t even land a gig as a scarecrow on that platform. And that it has become a down low dating site? That is for another blog with real life tales but for now, the professional networking goals of LinkedIn seems like a…
