Canadian millionaire Kevin O’Leary warns job seekers on LinkedIn – Times of India

Canadian billionaire and investor Kevin O’Leary has now issued a blunt warning to job seekers. In a post shared on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) O’Leary said that of you are not on LinkedIn, the employers will notice but not in a good way. O’Leary emphasised that the first stop for recruiters is LinkedIn and a profile missing from the professional networking platform is considered to be a ‘red flag’. “First stop when we’re hiring? LinkedIn. No profile? That’s a red flag. We check your posts, your history, your digital footprint… everything.If you want to lead, work remotely, or grow your career, you must understand how social media really works,” wrote O’Leary. O’Leary is of the opinion that hiring managers now scrutinise not just the work history but also a candidate’s entire online presence. He has urged the professionals to treat their digital profiles as part of their personal brand, especially in a job market increasingly shaped by remote work and online visibility. Social media plays the role of a career catalyst As per O’Leary, understanding how social media works is no longer optional for career growth. “If you want to lead, work remotely, or grow your
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