Riddle me this - why do people feel the need to write an essay about a work conference/event they attended AS PART OF THEIR JOB?

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They’re building their “brand” and usually hyping the company at the same time.

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So they can get another job. LinkedIn is now a game and the best player wins 🤷🏾‍♀️

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People have different ways of processing and retaining information. For some, writing a detailed recap after a work event helps them solidify what they’ve learned and can serve as a reference point for future use. It could also be their way of sharing insights with others who couldn’t attend or simply a method that works best for their learning style. Everyone approaches these experiences differently, and for some, writing it down is a valuable tool for reflection and retention.

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OP is referring to the eye-rolling posts about “look at me! I’m a leader! This is what I learned @TaggedConferenceName for @MyTaggedCompanyName and these are the @TaggedPeopleIwasWith #FakeLeadership #DesperateForEyeballs #LookAtMe #Succes”

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Never heard of that requirement on a job application before. Must be like a 1-off situation

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Sadly, LinkedIn is an ongoing, unsolicited job application

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😅 we have to build our brand and maintain client relationships by spreading info about current projects and emphasize firm expertise to those that follow us 🥹. All with the goal of staying on client’s minds and possibly winning new work 😫 Sorry

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Definitely either for brand or because their company asks them to. Or a mix of both. I know someone who works for a small start up that does zero marketing, so LinkedIn posts help their company.

If you see me doing this on LinkedIn just know I’m building my brand so I can make my own way or get a new job 😅

I enjoy conferences and find them energizing

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