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The article discusses the perception of LinkedIn's 'open to work' badge, arguing against the notion that it signals desperation. Instead, it is seen as a tool for clear communication, facilitating professional connections and indicating availability. The piece highlights the benefits of using LinkedIn for professional networking and dismisses stereotypes associated with the badge.

Nothing makes me want to hire someone less than them showing an open to work badge

Everyone already knows about that, this is human behavior. Social proof exists anywhere. It’s just like married guys getting more attention than singles ones.

Hmm, fun fact: When I turned off “open to work” flag on linkedin, I started receiving more offers than before.

LinkedIn is a circle-jerking Shithole

this badge was helpful in the peak of the hire market, when there was more work than developers. Nowadays, its opposite and the message behind it is different, something like “I will code for food”