LinkedInism according to multiple records on Linkedin (origin unknown) is the habit of posting confidently about things you have no clue about, dressing it up with big grammar to sound intelligent.
The Problem With LinkedInism
On LinkedIn today, it often feels like confidence beats competence. Posts that say very little but sound very grand float to the top of the feed. Add some corporate buzzwords, a story that may or may not be true, and a call for “engagement,” and you’re rewarded with likes and comments.
The cost? The signal gets buried under noise. Real insights, real conversations, and real professionals end up drowned out by people performing intelligence instead of sharing it.
Why It Happens
LinkedIn’s algorithm rewards what grabs attention, not what builds depth. People who have never built, managed, or researched anything substantial can rack up thousands of impressions simply by sounding important. The result is a culture where writing with clarity feels underrated while posting with pomp feels profitable.
The Growing Backlash
More professionals are getting fed up. Many roll their eyes at yet another “10 lessons from my morning walk” thread. Some stop posting entirely. Others are quietly moving toward alternatives where:
- Substance matters more than style.
- Skills and proof of work carry more weight than “thought leadership.”
- Profiles are built on authenticity, not performance.
What Comes Next
Noise creates opportunity. The more LinkedInism grows, the more people will look for platforms that feel less like a stage and more like a workshop. The future of professional networks lies in helping people actually show their work, demonstrate their skills, and connect meaningfully—without the pressure to perform intelligence with big grammar.
