cross-posted from: https://piefed.world/c/tech/p/1257213/linkedin-a-mass-grave-of-ghost-jobs-is-now-becoming-a-dating-app

  • Risk vs reward: Although 65% believe using LinkedIn for dating could harm their reputation, 1 in 8 have formed a romantic relationship that started on LinkedIn.
  • LinkedIn as a vetting tool: 1 in 5 admit to using LinkedIn to research a potential romantic partner.
  • Trust in profiles: Nearly half (48%) believe information on LinkedIn profiles is more trustworthy than on dating apps.
  • What draws attention: Besides profile photos (57%), workers say showcasing personality in bios or “About” sections (55%) and mutual connections (41%) are among the top LinkedIn features that would influence their romantic interest in someone.
  • Jhex@lemmy.worldEnglish
    14·
    14 hours ago

    whomever is using LinkedIn for a dating app must be seriously desperate

    • inari@piefed.zipEnglish
      2·
      8 hours ago

      A lot of people looking for well-off partners would find LinkedIn useful I think

        • inari@piefed.zipEnglish
          1·
          6 hours ago

          You can check where they currently work and gauge how well-off they are

          • gedfromgont@piefed.caEnglish
            2·
            5 hours ago

            I am not convinced this is better than other options. On LinkedIn people inflate their credentials heavily, no one will want to appear “poor” or in a bad job on there.