#OpenToWork: A Double-Edged Sword in Your Job Search

#OpenToWork: A Double-Edged Sword in Your Job Search

#OpenToWork on LinkedIn: A Counterproductive Approach? By : Javid Amin In the fiercely competitive landscape of today’s job market, individuals seeking employment are constantly exploring avenues to distinguish themselves. A prevalent method is the use of the hashtag #OpenToWork on LinkedIn, intended to signal active job-seeking status to recruiters. Despite its apparent proactiveness, this approach might have counterproductive implications for several reasons. 1. Perception of Desperation: Recruiters tend to gravitate towards candidates who are in high demand, receiving multiple job offers. Broadcasting an active job search to the entire LinkedIn…

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