RANT WARNING From Wikipedia;“ is a business-oriented . It is mainly used for .” LinkedIn social networking service professional networking When was launched in 2003, it provided that service; you could connect with ex-colleagues, colleagues and school friends. You were able to focus on making meaningful connections. LinkedIn Now, it is just a place for people to try and push their services on you or for you to see endless “inspirational” quotes (most of them allegedly from Richard Branson). Recently, I have been contacted about infrastructure, services and recruitment. Even a cursory look at my profile would tell you that none of those are my areas so thanks for the offer but I don’t want to arrange a call with you to discuss something that I know nothing about. software If you are trying to network with someone on LinkedIn, at least do you research and find out what the person is responsible for before making unsolicited contact. To me, LinkedIn is becoming an annoyance rather than a useful networking tool. Oh, and I am sure that Richard Branson has said lots of inspirational words but rather than everyone sharing them, why don’t you just act on them? is how hackers start their afternoons. We’re a part of the family. We are now and happy to opportunities. Hacker Noon @AMI accepting submissions discuss advertising &sponsorship To learn more, , , or simply, read our about page like/message us on Facebook tweet/DM @HackerNoon. If you enjoyed this story, we recommend reading our and . Until next time, don’t take the realities of the world for granted! latest tech stories trending tech stories

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