Why I Left LinkedIn and Rediscovering Weak Ties

Greg Twemlow's Medium article discusses his decision to leave LinkedIn, citing its transformation of genuine "weak ties" (casual connections) into a superficial numbers game. He contrasts LinkedIn's focus on accumulating connections with the authentic, organically formed weak ties described in Mark Granovetter's book, The Strength of Weak Ties. Twemlow argues that LinkedIn's commodification of these connections detracted from meaningful interaction. He found liberation in leaving and now prioritizes more authentic engagement on platforms like Medium. The article advocates for reevaluating one's use of LinkedIn to prioritize quality over quantity in networking.

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