3 Things Recruiters Wish You Would STOP Doing On LinkedIn
- 12 hours ago
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The current job market is rough. So rough, in fact, that some men I talk to on dating apps ask me to help them find a job within the first four texts.
My usual response? “I think you need LinkedIn more than you need me.”
For some reason, millennials and Gen Z are both intimidated and confused by LinkedIn. The algorithm feels impossible to understand.
How does a post about completing a software course get more traction than a picture on a tropical beach talking about work life balance? Why doesn’t posting buzzwords or engaging with others magically lead to a job? The question I hear most is simple: Rachel, what do I actually do? Here are 3 things recruiters wish you would STOP doing on linkedIn
Not Maximizing Your Real Estate
Your LinkedIn should showcase what you have actually accomplished. Highlight your impact, not your company’s marketing language. Too many people copy and paste job descriptions directly from applications. The problem is that this tells me what the company does, not what you do.
Focus on your results. Use numbers. Show outcomes. Your profile should make it easy for someone to understand your value in seconds.
Not Responding To Recruiters
To be successful, you need to be professional and responsive.
Whether you are open to new opportunities or happy where you are, respond. Even a quick “not interested right now” keeps the door open.
I recently worked on a New York role and filled it in November. Months later, people are still reaching out asking if it is available.Opportunities move quickly. Silence can cost you one.
Over Relying On LinkedIn Skills
LinkedIn skills are like hashtags. When you add too many, they lose meaning.
Be intentional. Choose the skills that actually represent your strengths and back them up with experience. Your profile should tell a clear story, not a scattered one.
Recruiters want to find strong candidates. Make it easy for us to find you, understand you, and advocate for you. Avoid these three mistakes, and you will immediately stand out.
