Alright, corporate rockstars and career ninjas, dust off your Walkmans and power suits because LinkedIn is giving off some serious 80s vibes lately! From radical networking strategies to tubular personal branding, let’s dive into the freshest trends on LinkedIn that would totally get a thumbs-up from Marty McFly.
- The Rise of the ‘Digital Watercooler’
Gone are the days when breakroom banter was limited to office gossip over bad coffee. Now, LinkedIn is the new watercooler, and everyone’s chatting about work-life balance, AI taking over (or not), and the latest industry hacks. Pro tip: Keep it authentic—people love a real talk moment over corporate jargon. - The Return of the Personal Brand (Think Miami Vice, But for Business)
Much like the 80s were all about big personalities (looking at you, Gordon Gekko), LinkedIn is embracing bold, personal branding. From colour-coordinated profiles to storytelling posts that feel more like diary entries, professionals are making sure their presence is as memorable as a synthwave soundtrack. - The LinkedIn Influencer Boom—Like a Power Ballad for Your Career
Remember when every 80s movie had an inspirational montage? That’s basically LinkedIn influencers right now. Whether it’s career coaches or CEOs dropping wisdom bombs, the platform is packed with pep talks that could rival any Rocky training scene. - Retro Networking—Cold Calls Are Cool Again?
Networking is back, baby! But instead of awkward mixers, people are sliding into DMs with personalized messages that (hopefully) don’t sound like spam. Think of it as the modern-day equivalent of passing notes in class—just, you know, with better grammar.
So, if your LinkedIn game needs a glow-up, channel that 80s energy: Be bold, be authentic, and never underestimate the power of a great personal brand.
