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Are you talented but still not getting hired on LinkedIn?
👉 The reason isn’t your skills—it’s these silent mistakes that stop recruiters from noticing you.
And I know this because I made the same mistakes when I started.
🌱 My LinkedIn Journey
When I created my LinkedIn profile, I had no idea where to start.
🔹 My first 10 attempts at making a banner failed. Finally, I designed one myself and realized:
✨ Your banner is your first impression of quality.
🔹 Then I changed my profile picture—because if it’s not professional & attractive, people scroll past.
🔹 Slowly, I noticed something else: only the first line of a comment is visible. If it’s not clear, problem-solving, and short, people ignore it.
🔹 Later, I realized my About section was dry and boring. That’s when I learned to write it with SEO + storytelling, so it reflected my real journey.
🔹 Then came the Featured section—a game changer. By adding my website link, contact, and my best-performing posts, I started attracting people directly to my work.
All this—I learned step by step in 2 years. Mistakes taught me what works and what doesn’t.
❌ Top LinkedIn Mistakes & Fixes
❌ Incomplete or Outdated Profile
✅ Fill every section + highlight achievements.
❌ Generic Headline
✅ Write value-driven → “Helping Businesses Grow | Digital Marketing & LinkedIn Expert”
❌ Dry About Section
✅ Write in first person + storytelling + SEO keywords + CTA.
❌ Ignoring Skills & Endorsements
✅ Add 15–20 skills + get endorsements.
❌ No Networking Strategy
✅ Comment meaningfully + post insights + join groups.
❌ No Personal Branding
✅ Share weekly posts, projects, and certifications.
❌ Unprofessional Behavior
✅ Stay respectful, avoid spamming/controversies.
❌ No Recommendations
✅ Collect at least 3–5 from managers, colleagues, clients.
❌ Default LinkedIn URL
✅ Customize → linkedin.com/in/yourname
❌ Treating LinkedIn Like Facebook
✅ Keep it professional but authentic.
🔑 Final Thought
Getting hired on LinkedIn is not just about uploading a CV—it’s about positioning yourself as a brand.
I’ve lived this journey: from struggling with banners and dry summaries to building a profile that attracts attention. And trust me—if I could learn it step by step in 2 years, you can too.
Because in today’s world, your LinkedIn profile speaks before you do.
🚀 Your Turn
Which of these mistakes have you seen (or made) on LinkedIn?
Drop a ✅ in the comments if you want me to review your profile!
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🔒 Why LinkedIn Restricts Accounts Again and Again
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