The engagement metrics were flat. The average professional spent 2.4 hours per day scrolling but retained less than 5% of the information. More concerningly, the direct correlation between social media activity and tangible career outcomes (promotions, job offers, salary bumps) had weakened to an all-time low.
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Social media allows professionals to move beyond passive job seeking to active brand building. Showcasing Expertise: The engagement metrics were flat