Why execs don’t have LinkedIn recommendations

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Jun 24, 2019 12 Comments

I have a handful of good LinkedIn recommendations on my profile. I’ve noticed most exec people at top tier companies don’t keep any recommendations on their profile.

Is their a strategy behind this or people just don’t care when they hit a certain status professionally.

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TOP 12 Comments
  • Amazon
    vbsjq8q

    Go to company page Amazon

    vbsjq8q
    Nobody cares
    Jun 24, 2019 0
  • Recommendations are mainly based on friendship not necessarily on real competency...nobody cares that you have friends that are willing to put some nice words out there.
    Jun 24, 2019 0
  • Indeed
    getlikeme

    Go to company page Indeed

    getlikeme
    1) They’ve made it and have no reason to give a fuck. You’d be surprised at some of the interesting, fascinating perspectives high level executives have of social networking. And I’m not talking about cynical old people with the typical tech bashing.

    2) They have a strong reputation at that point in their career and must be careful who they align themselves with as they are more invested and reflective of the orgs they lead.

    3) LinkedIn recommendations and endorsements carry zilch weight unless you’re two. It’s a cute way to engage users who care beyond lurking and stalking.

    4) Most execs have such strong networks and such a powerful track record that they don’t need a recommendation to move forward. They don’t need LinkedIn - period.

    5) For those who have profiles, they probably didn’t create, don’t own nor manage it themselves. More than likely it’s a comms team which is focused on content development as it benefits the exec’s reputation and that of the company.

    Be careful listening to the folks who are knocking recommendations altogether. On LinkedIn it’s meaningless, but depending on where you are in your career it could go a long way for getting the job you want with a competitive comp package. Especially if the rec’s from a high level exec. Their backing makes a difference and sets the tone for how you start. You come in with a lot of respect/credibility. It’s an extension of networking.
    Jun 25, 2019 0
  • Google
    g00g13

    Go to company page Google

    g00g13
    LinkedIn recommendations might matter for an entry level role when you have no reputation yet, maybe. But probably not then either.
    Jun 24, 2019 0
  • Uber / Eng
    4sure

    Go to company page Uber Eng

    4sure
    Nobody really scrolls to the bottom of your profile
    Jun 24, 2019 0