The LinkedIn Paradox: Everyone’s Hiring, Yet No One’s Getting Hired
Every day on LinkedIn, we see two things happening at the same time:
?? Companies posting “We’re hiring!”
?? Job seekers posting “Been applying for months, no response.”
So, what’s going wrong?
?? Unrealistic Job Descriptions – “5+ years of experience” for a tool that launched three years ago.
?? Endless Interview Rounds – Five rounds, a case study, and a panel interview… for an entry-level role.
?? Hiring Freezes After Posting Jobs – “Sorry, the role is on hold” (then why post it in the first place?).
?? Ghosting Candidates – No rejection email, no feedback, just radio silence.
Meanwhile, AI keeps getting hyped as the future of work, while real people still struggle to get jobs today.
?? Here’s how we can do better:
? Companies: Respect candidates’ time—clear JD, efficient hiring process, and timely feedback.
? Recruiters: If a role is closed, update the applicants instead of leaving them guessing.
? Job Seekers: Keep networking, upskilling, and applying—but don’t let the process drain you.
The job market shouldn’t feel like a black hole. Let’s make hiring more human.
Have you experienced any of these hiring struggles? Share your thoughts below! ??
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