Shameless Work Influencers Are the Bane of LinkedIn

8/18/2021

This article criticizes the rise of influencers on LinkedIn and argues that they are detrimental to the professional nature of the platform. The author expresses frustration with influencers who use LinkedIn as a self-promotion tool rather than a platform for genuine professional networking and development. They argue that the focus on personal branding and self-promotion detracts from the value of LinkedIn as a place for meaningful connections and substantive discussions. The author encourages users to resist the trend of shameless self-promotion and instead engage in authentic conversations and relationship-building on the platform.

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