Y-Recruiter’s Post

I cannot help but notice that a polarizing phenomenon is happening on LinkedIn and LinkedIn not being what it used to be, thrives from scandal just as much as X - twitter does. It is becoming disgusting, exhausting and not productive. Recruiters are being looked at as pariahs of the job market, and in hindsight, can’t say that I have much to build a defence for them. Most of them are probably hardworking people who genuinely want to help. The visibile minority that plays “influencer” and are too busy on LinkedIn to get their job done, might be the nail in the public eye coffin for this category. Job seekers on the other hand, are being scrutinized too, seeing numerous posts where they are being pointed out as the sole culprit of their own condition because they’re not tailoring CVs, power-applying left and right, overfilling a system already in crutches. Recruiters are as despicable as realtors. Hiring managers too. Job seekers too. But… …no one but absolutely no one, talks about the real elefant in the room: the companies that created and keep feeding this chaos. Who are these people?! See the fragment from a job description below. No, I will not name the job poster. Mountains of relevant experience they say while this role’s been posted and reposted the entire year. I know as I’m one fish in the ocean of candidates who CAN’T LAND A JOB in this otherwise perfectly fine job market…

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There's a lot of chatter on Twitter right now about never getting a call back when applying to jobs. I think a lot of us are just figuring out why. Some of those jobs literally don’t exist!! We’re talking about ghost jobs: roles that companies post without any real intention of filling. And honestly, it’s maddening. I've been thinking about what the point of doing this is. Maybe they want to create the illusion that their business is growing. Or they’re simply building a backup candidate pool in case someone leaves. Or maybe they're doing it to make current employees feel like their jobs are never really secure—how sick is that?! I get why companies may want to do this but from the job seekers perspective it's just exhausting. LinkedIn's one-click apply feature makes it feel like you can cast a wide net, but I don't know anyone that has had any luck with it. It often feels like those applications disappear into the void, with no way of knowing if anyone even looked at them. What I have seen work is using the time saved to do a bit more research. - Look for Red Flags: If a job posting seems vague, with unclear requirements or responsibilities, or if it’s been posted for months with no updates—it might be a ghost. - Verify the Listing: Try contacting the HR department directly or checking the company's website to see if the job is still posted there. A good tip is to reach out directly to the job poster on LinkedIn. This can help confirm whether the role is genuinely open or just a placeholder. - Diversify Your Efforts: Instead of just relying on job boards, try to focus on networking and direct referrals as well. It makes a huge difference in getting noticed. And to the companies creating ghost jobs—I get it. There are reasons behind keeping these postings alive. But I wish there were a little more empathy for the people on the other side. Empathy could mean being transparent about your intentions, communicating timelines clearly (e.g., specifying expected response times or updates throughout the process), or simply letting applicants know when a role is no longer being actively recruited. Real people spend real time applying, often while feeling vulnerable and anxious. It’s not just a pipeline or a test of the market—it’s someone’s dream, their livelihood. If you have to do it, add a note like, “This role is not actively being recruited for, but we’re always open to amazing candidates.” It’s a small thing, but honesty goes a long way. The job search process is hard enough as it is. The world needs more empathy.

Using Twitter as a software developer job seeker can be highly beneficial. Here are some tips to leverage Twitter effectively: 1. **Optimize Your Profile**: Ensure your Twitter profile reflects your professional identity as a software developer. Use a clear profile picture, write a concise bio highlighting your skills and interests, and include relevant keywords. 2. **Follow Industry Leaders**: Follow influential figures in the tech industry, including software engineers, developers, recruiters, and companies you're interested in. Engage with their content by liking, retweeting, and commenting thoughtfully. 3. **Share Your Work**: Regularly tweet about your coding projects, technical achievements, and insights related to software development. Share links to your GitHub repositories, personal projects, blog posts, or articles you find interesting. This showcases your skills and expertise to potential employers. 4. **Use Hashtags**: Utilize relevant hashtags such as #SoftwareDeveloper, #Programming, #TechJobs, #CodeNewbie, and others related to your niche or interests. This helps your tweets reach a wider audience and makes them discoverable by recruiters and hiring managers. 5. **Engage in Conversations**: Participate in Twitter chats, discussions, and threads related to software development topics. Engage with other developers, ask questions, offer insights, and build relationships within the community. 6. **Network with Recruiters and Companies**: Follow recruiters, HR professionals, and companies you're interested in working for. Keep an eye out for job postings, recruitment events, and networking opportunities they share on Twitter. 7. **Be Professional and Authentic**: Maintain a professional tone in your tweets while also showcasing your personality and interests. Avoid controversial topics and focus on contributing positively to the tech community. 8. **Stay Active and Consistent**: Regularly tweet, retweet, and engage with content to stay visible and active on Twitter. Consistency is key to building a strong presence and attracting the attention of potential employers. By leveraging Twitter effectively as a software developer job seeker, you can expand your professional network, showcase your skills, stay updated on industry trends, and discover exciting job opportunities.

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This is very accurate.

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🚀 In today’s digital age, your social media isn’t just where you share vacation pics and cat memes – it’s where recruiters might be snooping too! 👀 Scrolling through someone’s Twitter might give a peek at their personality beyond the polished CV, but here’s the million-dollar question: should that late-night tweet or throwback post really decide someone’s career fate? 🤔 Social media screening is a double-edged sword – it’s like peeking behind the curtain but with a risk of stumbling into the messy parts. 😅 Privacy, bias, and assumptions all come into play. So, while companies are swiping right (or left) on candidates’ profiles, how do we keep things fair without crossing ethical boundaries? Let's dive in. 👇 #ConnectToSucceed #HiringEthics #Recruitment #Diversity