Linkedin Anonymous Viewing _hot_

Joinson, A. N. (2001). Self-disclosure and the Internet. In A. N. Joinson & A. M. Kaplan (Eds.), The psychological impact of the Internet (pp. 139-155). New York: Peter Lang.

We have all been there.

LinkedIn offers three distinct visibility levels for your browsing activity: linkedin anonymous viewing

If you view someone anonymously, you cannot see who viewed your profile in return. LinkedIn’s feature works symmetrically: private mode blinds you to your own visitors. Joinson, A

| Scenario | Recommended Mode | |----------|------------------| | Researching a competitor’s public profile | Anonymous (low risk, no need to engage) | | Checking a recruiter while happily employed | Anonymous (protect current job) | | Scouting a potential client you will contact tomorrow | Visible (they may reach out first) | | Looking at a direct boss’s boss | Anonymous (avoid misinterpretation) | | Following up on a recent interview | Visible (signals continued interest) | Self-disclosure and the Internet

You don’t have to pick one mode forever. Consider this hybrid strategy: