New LinkedIn tool tells your dream company you're interested in a job | Fortune

Since its 2002 launch, LinkedIn has become the go-to destination for anyone looking for a new job. It’s the place where professionals share thought leadership posts, connect with people in their field, and comment on industry-relevant topics all in the hopes of building their reputation and/or getting hired. But the painful process of subtly networking, sliding into hiring manager’s DMs, and frequently self-promoting on the platform may be a thing of the past. Now LinkedIn is enabling its users to be more direct. As Jerry Lee, cofounder of the careers coaching company Wonsulting, recently discovered, job seekers can indicate their interest in a company, with the press of one button. In an Instagram video that has gone viral, Lee showed off the hidden feature “that’ll help you get a job.” How to let your dream employer know you’re interested First up, job seekers should write a list of the all companies they want to work at. Then, one by one, search for the company’s LinkedIn page, click on the “about” section, and scroll down.  Users should stumble on the button which says “I’m interested.”  This tool enables professionals to privately share their profile with recruiters at that company, even if
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