People Are Just Discovering Barack Obama's LinkedIn Profile, And They Feel Like He's Not Selling Himself Well
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You know Barack Obama — an author, lecturer, husband to Michelle Obama, oh, and he was the President of the United States.
Well, one Twitter user recently shared a screenshot of Obama's LinkedIn account, and people are shocked that one of the most recognizable employees in the world feels the need to have a profile.
can’t stop thinking about barack obama’s linkedin pic.twitter.com/XHlLopsMZ2
— sara lebow 🫡 (@SlebowSays) August 2, 2023
Featured on his digital résumé, Obama flexes his educational accomplishments...
...his famed summer reading list...
...and most interestingly, his work experience.
And people can't help but make jokes about how casual the whole thing is.
Listing the United States of America like it’s a company has me hollering https://t.co/Lx5lnvjMRm
— Sophia 🥀 (@VERGILROTH) August 3, 2023
linkedin.com / Via Twitter: @VERGILROTH
Many others pointed out how the former president doesn't have a single work experience listed after his last term ended, and suggested that wouldn't bode well in this economy. "I don't see anything after 2017," one person jokingly commented. "Can you explain that gap in your résumé?"
"I don't see anything after 2017. Can you explain that gap in your resume?"
— kimberly ❤️🔥 (@kimberlycaritas) August 2, 2023
"Seems like he's been out of work awhile," another person added. "Hope he's able to find something."
Seems like he’s been out of work for awhile, hope he’s able to find something
— � (@_DMR) August 2, 2023
Meanwhile, others feigned concern over Obama's ability to find a top-ranking position with only eight years of major experience. "Many director roles require 10+ [years] nowadays," this person joked.
And more quipped about how short his job descriptions are. Like, give us SOMETHING. "I don't think the description is detailed enough," a commenter said. "Doesn't give a feel for his day to day responsibilities."
"I think some metrics and more keywords will really make this profile stand out," another agreed.
Idk i think some metrics and more keywords will really make this profile stand out https://t.co/uNuyXnJyNn
— p s (@ztpxlomx23) August 4, 2023
linkedin.com / Via Twitter: @ztpxlomx23
The 62-year-old didn't even share if he was proficient in Excel — a résumé must-have.
Regardless of his accolades, curious minds wondered if his account receives spam messages from recruiters like the rest of us.
And if they're only offering the standard entry-level position suggestions we get.
Likely still only getting offers for entry level positions. https://t.co/qAQPiJ4tx1
— NumbersTzar (@MathFrustration) August 3, 2023
linkedin.com / Via Twitter: @MathFrustration