How LinkedIn Reworked Its Algorithm After Launching the 'Video' Feed—and How You Can Make Full Use of It with Minimal Effort to Boost Your Profile

?? 250k Impressions, 19+ Watch Hours, and Counting: The Science Behind This Surge

?? 250k Impressions, 19+ Watch Hours, and Counting: The Science Behind This Surge

At the peak of this pyramid sits the result you see: a video post outperforming expectations.

But let’s peel back the layers to uncover why this worked and how LinkedIn’s algorithm played a starring role.

?? The Pyramid of Impact

At the top: Viral results

In the middle: LinkedIn’s algorithm spotlighting the content

At the base: Consistency, timing, and relevance

?? Middle of the Pyramid: The LinkedIn Video Algorithm in Action

LinkedIn’s algorithm works like a spotlight operator at a concert—it looks for the star that’s already grabbing attention and amplifies it.

If you’re posting videos consistently (I’ve been at it for two months), you’re in the pool of potential stars.

Here’s the sequence:

Spotlight ? Amplify ? Expand

First, the algorithm experiments with local audiences.

If your content resonates, it scales globally.

LinkedIn isn’t just randomly throwing darts—it’s using watch time and engagement as its compass.

When the crowd loves your content, the algorithm hits the gas pedal.

The Pyramid in Action:

At the top: Mass reach

In the middle: Targeted amplification

At the base: Engagement metrics (watch time, shares, reactions)

?? Foundation: How It Decides—Push or Pause

Let’s break it down: Hook ? Hold ? Boost: If viewers stick around, LinkedIn gives your video another shot. Watch time creates a chain reaction, and your content gets wider exposure.

Skip ? Stumble ? Vanish: If viewers scroll past or drop off early, your video gets shelved.

The process looks like this: Hook ? Hold ? Push ? Scale OR Scroll ? Drop ? Disappear

Why did my video hit the top of the pyramid?

?? Why Did This Post Blow Up? Consistency is king, and timing is queen. I’ve been posting videos consistently for weeks. When LinkedIn experiments with features—like boosting video content—it favors creators who’ve already shown they’re serious.

The Pyramid of Success:

At the top: A viral breakout moment

In the middle: Regular content feeding the algorithm

At the base: Audience-first approach + LinkedIn’s feature experiment

LinkedIn’s algorithm doesn’t just push content; it auditions it. My post succeeded because: ?? Regular posting signaled to LinkedIn, “I’m serious about video.” ?? Value-focused content ensured people stayed engaged. ?? The Experiment Effect: New features often mean more algorithmic love for active creators.

?? The Formula for Riding the Wave Think of the process as a feedback loop:

Create ? Catch Attention ? Get Boosted ? Repeat

Success isn’t random; it’s the result of consistency, relevance, and knowing how platforms play the game.

When LinkedIn tests new features, they reward creators already in the race.

The Pyramid of Action: At the top: Your viral content In the middle: Algorithm testing your work At the base: Commitment to consistency