When you show up everyday the real work and experience will naturally flow. You will be the very epitome of your aspirations. No wordy job title cheat code needed. If you feel inadequate, learn about your transferable skills and how those qualities enhance your experience. Again, no need to worry about not being authentic, you will realize the breadth of your knowledge and skills. If you are doing way more than what you are getting credit for, I advocate that you should expand on your job title to ensure your value is indeed translated.
The LinkedIn Effect Is your reminder about keeping it real. Here's the thing about authenticity: It attracts real opportunities, not just LinkedIn reactions. Real Life → Real Value: - Used ChatGPT = "Learning AI, exploring possibilities" - Junior [role] = "Growing through hands-on experience" - Event Speaker = "Sharing what I've learned so far" Why Authenticity Wins: 1. Real Connections → People trust genuine growth stories → Authenticity attracts authentic opportunities → Your journey inspires others 2. Sustainable Growth → Skills you can actually deliver → Promises you can keep → Trust you can build 3. Career Longevity → Better team fits → Realistic expectations → Genuine development Where you came from: Your real journey is impressive enough. Your actual skills have real value. Your authentic story connects deeper. Remember: The best opportunities come to those who are honest about where they are and clear about where they're going. P.S. You don't need a paragraph of titles to make an impact. Your work speaks louder. ?? Repost if you found it useful ?? If it touched you. ?? Don't forget to follow me for more real posts. ?? Credit: Michael Kisilenko