Do I need to update my LinkedIn profile?

20 Comments

1. Debra SesholtzApril 1,2022 at 2:30PM UTC

   I'm sure there will be differing opinions on this. You don't need to be in a rush to change your LinkedIn profile status. Some recommend not updating your status with a new role until you complete your probationary period.

2. Maria MolinariApril 1,2022 at 2:36PM UTC

   There is no rush whatsoever to update your LinkedIn profile. I’d say wait until you are comfortable in your new role then reevaluate if you want to update it or not.

3. AnonymousApril 1,2022 at 2:39PM UTC

   I have some questions along the same lines. I left my last position and have a mix of skills I am having trouble sorting out. I'd love some help with my resumes and also my LinkedIn profile.

4. Echo SchneiderApril 1,2022 at 3:23PM UTC

   I'd be happy to lend a hand if you need it!

5. AnonymousApril 1,2022 at 6:04PM UTC

   That would be great!

6. SueApril 1,2022 at 3:23PM UTC

   As someone who uses LinkedIn profiles to help update alumni status, I always appreciate people who update their profiles with new jobs, promotions, etc. If you were fired from your previous position, I don't think any of the looky-loos matter. Let them speculate, let them be nosey... You have left them behind and you are on to bigger and better things!

7. Echo SchneiderApril 1,2022 at 3:23PM UTC

   I agree with others, no rush to update until you are well into your next role.

8. Nina JohnsonApril 1,2022 at 4:10PM UTC

   Debra made a great point that many people wait until they've passed their probationary period before updating their LinkedIn.
   If you're looking to reduce specific lurkers from your former company, you could block them from viewing your LinkedIn profile:
   Go to the profile of the person you'd like to block.
   Tap the More icon in the top right of the screen.
   Tap Report/Block from the dropdown menu.
   Tap Block [member's name].
   In the confirmation pop-up window, tap Block.
   This might be a good solution if you're concerned *not* updating your profile could make your new employer wonder if you're dissatisfied with the new role. You can always unblock folks later --- or keep them blocked indefinitely.

9. AnonymousApril 3,2022 at 3:39PM UTC

   This was going to be my suggestion as well to block.

10. AnonymousApril 1,2022 at 4:40PM UTC

    I would update your profile. While you may be feeling some insecurity, your new employer may be as well if they do not see that you are proud and happy with your new role.

11. Sabrina CortesApril 1,2022 at 4:43PM UTC

    You can always wait until you're sure about your new job --

    But you can also fix your settings in your LinkedIn profile. I'm a professional Resume Writer and this is what I always tell my clients whenever they want to update their profiles. Here are the directions on how to do it:

    IMPORTANT

    Before you start making changes, edit your settings, so your changes are NOT broadcast to your network. To do this:

    · Click on the “Me” drop-down menu located toward the top right-hand corner of the page and choose Settings & Privacy.

    · This should bring you to Privacy, but you want to choose Visibility from the options on the left.

    · Scroll down to the heading, “Share profile updates with your network.” Open this section and move the slider to No on the left. (After completing your changes, you may want to move this back to Yes so future edits will be shared).

    I took a screenshot of where you can find this, but I can't attach the image to my post for you to have a visual. Sorry about that.

    I hope this is still helpful for you!

12. AnonymousApril 1,2022 at 11:39PM UTC

    I started a new job in february and haven't updated. I'm waiting until I ease in and feel more confident in my role, at least once I get past my onboarding period

13. Kris Mertins-ElliottApril 2,2022 at 12:05PM UTC

    I see many profiles where people have very vague and creative job "titles" that do not point to a specific position or employer. I see nothing wrong with that and on some you get insight into their personality.

    If you're concerned about former coworkers "snooping" on your profile, that's something you could try until you're more settled-in with your new employer.

14. AnonymousApril 3,2022 at 12:30PM UTC

    No, i waited to update my profile until after 1month. Things are going well and I am grateful for where I landed, but I had a not so positive experience when I left one job and decided to put “confidential” for the role I was in at the time. That was very bad advice. However, I left a very toxic environment and didn’t want people to know where I was…you would be surprised how envious and mean-spirited miserable people can be. That back-fired. I was let go from that new job after 3 months. I went through 2 years of unemployment, but it turned out to be a huge blessing for me. I started a small business, got myself together and my confidence increased. The former transition job was an awful fit for me, so being let go was what I needed. My new role is much better in so many ways. Be honest and upfront, but you can set things so it doesn’t show in your feed. You can be selective with what you share, but stay truthful!

15. AnonymousApril 3,2022 at 1:57PM UTC

    I would wait before updating, at least after the probationary period. By then you'll be more comfortable in your new role and the nosy people for your last job would have forgotten all about you and where you're going.

16. AnonymousApril 3,2022 at 2:15PM UTC

    Dear...
    I fully understand you. I fully agree with others here. No rush in updating your profile. Suggest that you edit your profile to be less visible on LinkedIn until you feel ready to share information and updates. Go to https://www.linkedin.com/public-profile/settings for change your visibilty on LinkedIn.

17. AnonymousApril 3,2022 at 4:35PM UTC

    Sincere question for the group: I consider LinkedIn a necessary evil for jobseekers, but once you land a job, what's the point of spending any more time on it? Those of you who are employed but still find LinkedIn to be valuable, can you chime in with the specific reasons why? How would this poster benefit from updating her profile? I've been on a new job for almost 6 months and did not update my LinkedIn page. I'm shocked at how relieved I feel not to have to constantly monitor the site. I should add that LinkedIn did not help me land my last two corporate jobs - direct referrals from former colleagues did.

18. AnonymousApril 12,2022 at 1:23PM UTC

    Personally, I am in a field where if you don't leave you can't move up, so I am constantly networking even though I don't plan to look for another position for 1-2 years cause I do like my job just zero room for growth.

    Knowledge is also a great one. My connections share research, articles, questions, and more that are really helpful in my field. I can't know everything so its great to share it with others.

    I also like to know where people are moving to stay up to date. If they are a true network connection, its good information to know for when I do start looking for a job if they are willing to share reasoning.

    It sounds like you are in a job that you like and plan to stay at, so there isn't a need to go on daily, but check it once a week just to stay updated with your connections. You may also be able to provide them with a referral for a job as well.

19. AnonymousApril 4,2022 at 3:12AM UTC

    There is no reason you have to update it; leave it til you're comfortable in your new gig or the nexgt time you're looking for new gigs. I think you can also block some ppl from seeing your profile. I did this with some bad past bosses who I know craptalked me.

20. Karen GongawareApril 6,2022 at 6:37PM UTC

    Umm block them? Simple solution.