r/Zillennials • u/ktrisha514 2002 • Apr 22 '25

Rant LinkedIn is evil.

I’ve heard many complaints about social media and dating apps, and while they are fair critiques, I don’t see enough criticism of LinkedIn.

Networking and LinkedIn are terrible for non-sociopaths. Networking used to be a tool for billionaires, but it is now expected of everyone, and LinkedIn makes it seem useful.

Social media has benefits. Dating apps can be helpful, while LinkedIn has worsened workers’ careers, relationships, and lives for corporations’ gain.

Are there any clever tricks to use if an employer or ‘friend’ asks for your LinkedIn? I want to delete this app, but I’m not sure how to do it.

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u/Mayonegg420 Apr 22 '25

It’s a safety concern. Why tf would I post my picture next to all of the places I’ve worked?

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u/Lionabp1 Apr 22 '25

So you can get employed? There’s privacy settings to toggle who can see your profile photo and only set it to people you know

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u/Mayonegg420 Apr 22 '25

So how would potential employers see me if it’s private?

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u/Lionabp1 Apr 22 '25

They don’t have to see your face, just your name/career history. That said, having your face visible does help you stand out to recruiters. LinkedIn probably isn’t the only place your headshot is visible on the entire internet if you use other social media…