Here's Why Job Seekers Are Abandoning Social Media

Resume Assassin Unfiltered | Career Advice · Apr 8, 2026 · 20m

Job seekers are quitting social media, but most are doing it for the wrong reasons.

In this episode, I break down what’s really happening behind ghost jobs, digital footprints, and the comparison trap.

And how to use LinkedIn in a way that actually works for your job search instead of working against it.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Why job seekers are quitting social media

01:15 – The truth behind ghost jobs

03:45 – Why companies post jobs they never fill

06:30 – The psychological toll of “invisible rejection”

08:10 – Social media is watching you (and it matters)

10:40 – What recruiters actually find…