In this episode, Chuck Allen and Andrew Sheridan take a sharp, funny look at the “Horrors of LinkedIn” and why the platform often feels like a professional version of Instagram: a place where people perform success, manufacture envy, and turn everyday moments into forced leadership wisdom.

They dig into the most common LinkedIn tropes, including humblebrag announcements, algorithm-driven engagement (“Great job!” buttons), and the infamous work anniversary prompts that can land like a cruel joke for anyone stuck in a job they dislike. They also explore how hustle culture posts and pseudo-inspirational “influencer wisdom” can reinforce unhealthy workplace narratives, shifting responsibility onto individuals rather than fixing broken systems.

LinkedIn works best when you write in your own voice, stop performing for engagement, celebrate wins without fake humility, avoid autopilot interactions, and connect with people intentionally.