LinkedIn vs TikTok
The professional social network where everyone's resume is public, and your feed is a mix of humblebrags and recruiter spam meets the algorithm that knows you better than you do, wrapped in a dopamine-dispensing video machine. Here's our take.
The professional social network where everyone's resume is public, and your feed is a mix of humblebrags and recruiter spam.
The professional social network where everyone's resume is public, and your feed is a mix of humblebrags and recruiter spam.
Pros
- +Essential for job hunting and networking in tech and business
- +Powerful search and filtering for finding roles and connections
- +Skill endorsements and recommendations add credibility to profiles
Cons
- -Feed is cluttered with low-value content and self-promotion
- -Premium features are expensive and often not worth the cost
TikTok
The algorithm that knows you better than you do, wrapped in a dopamine-dispensing video machine.
Pros
- +Unmatched algorithm for content discovery and virality
- +Built-in editing tools and effects that make creators look pro
- +Massive global reach with diverse user demographics
- +Developer APIs for integrations and data analysis
Cons
- -Addictive design that can devour hours of your time
- -Privacy concerns and data handling practices are often murky
- -Content moderation is inconsistent and sometimes controversial
The Verdict
Use LinkedIn if: You want essential for job hunting and networking in tech and business and can live with feed is cluttered with low-value content and self-promotion.
Use TikTok if: You prioritize unmatched algorithm for content discovery and virality over what LinkedIn offers.
The professional social network where everyone's resume is public, and your feed is a mix of humblebrags and recruiter spam.
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