Monday, June 8, 2009

LinkedIn Surges

Have you ever noticed that people tend to go on a "friending" spree when they go on to the job market? Layoffs are common in the high-tech sector so this is something I've noticed over time.

A surprisingly large percentage of former colleagues who invite me on LinkedIn are in this very situation. It happens so often that I am automatically prepared to offer condolences and encouragement every time I get an invitation from someone I haven't spoken to for a few years.

I have to wonder if this is typical of what others experience.

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