LinkedIn Myths That Are Costing You Interviews (and What to Do Instead)

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Here’s what you can expect from this episode:

Still copying your resume onto LinkedIn, posting because you “should,” or worrying that personal branding is the key to landing your next role? It’s time to ditch the outdated advice that’s holding you back.

In this episode, I go deep into the LinkedIn mistakes that keep Customer Success job seekers invisible and spill the real strategies hiring teams use to spot standout candidates in 2025. You’ll discover why keywords matter more than you think, how your headline can make or break your chances, the truth behind LinkedIn recommendations, and what actually happens when recruiters compare profiles side-by-side on the big screen. Forget influencer buzzwords and time-sucking content creation—the methods I share will help you build a profile that does the heavy lifting for you, even if you dread being online.

Curious what hiring managers actually scan for, and which simple tweaks could get you found (and fast-tracked to interviews) without playing the LinkedIn game? Press play because your next opportunity might just be a profile update away, and you don’t want to miss the edge that gets you hired.

Topics covered on LinkedIn myths costing you interviews:

• Why treating your LinkedIn like a resume keeps you invisible to hiring teams (and the smarter way to stand out)
• The three profile essentials that show exactly what you do, the impact you make, and why you're better than similar candidates
• Where to optimize for keywords and why they matter even more on LinkedIn than your resume
• The real reason your headline is prime digital real estate (and how a few keywords and metrics can land you in search results)
• Why you can skip posting and creating content and what really gets you found in recruiter searches
• How recent LinkedIn recommendations act as secret tiebreakers between otherwise equal candidates
• Simple ways to update your privacy settings so you can refresh your profile without alerting your boss
• The latest hiring trends including skipping cover letters and using LinkedIn as the first stop to shortlist candidates

Resources Mentioned:

• Optimize your resume for Customer Success jobs to land consistent interviews: Watch the FREE Training here
• Learn how to sell yourself as the best candidate and walk into your next Customer Success job interview with confidence: Watch the FREE Training here
• Learn how to MASTER Behavioral Interviews: Watch the FREE Training here
• Actively looking for a job in Customer Success or plan to in the near future? Apply for 1:1 Coaching with me

Connect with Carly:

• Connect with me on LinkedIn 
• Email me at [email protected] 

Related Episodes:

• Episode 70: The 3 Critical Job Search Shifts You Need To Make to Land CSM Interviews in 2025
• Epsiode 63: The Hidden Mechanics of Job Boards: Insider Secrets from Our Expert
• Episode 43: How to Impress Customer Success Hiring Managers in 2025 - their words, not mine! (Part 2)
• Episode 42: What CS Hiring Managers Really Want in 2025

More about Customer Success Career Coach:

Customer Success Career Coach is the must-listen podcast for current and aspiring Customer Success pros. Join Carly and her guests as they spill the secret strategies and tips for building your Customer Success career. This isn't your typical snooze-fest – they’re diving deep into the world of Customer Success careers. Whether you're starting from scratch (hey career transitioners!) or eyeing that next big promotion, they’ve got the playbook for you. Every Wednesday, join Carly and her amazing guests as they dish out practical advice and real-life steps you can actually use. No fluff, just stuff you can apply ASAP to score that dream job, snag that promotion, or become the team rockstar.