19. Should You Use the LinkedIn “Open to Work” Banner?

2025-10-06

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Worried that using LinkedIn’s “Open to Work” badge will make you look desperate?You’re not alone. A lot of people feel unsure about being so visible during their job search. Some people say the green banner helps you get hired faster. Others say it scares employers away. So which one is true?In this episode, you'll learn:What the badge really does behind the scenesHow recruiter-only visibility works (yes, there’s a private setting)Why some people avoid itHow a recruiter actually uses the banner to find candidate...

Worried that using LinkedIn’s “Open to Work” badge will make you look desperate?

You’re not alone. A lot of people feel unsure about being so visible during their job search. Some people say the green banner helps you get hired faster. Others say it scares employers away. So which one is true?

In this episode, you'll learn:

What the badge really does behind the scenes
How recruiter-only visibility works (yes, there’s a private setting)
Why some people avoid it
How a recruiter actually uses the banner to find candidates
Simple tips to decide if it’s right for you

Hit play to finally get clarity on this - and use LinkedIn like a pro.

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