Thoughts on connecting with the hiring manager on LinkedIn before the initial screening?

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Do it!

No. It will turn people off. Dont. You can certainly look them up if u want to.

I agree with JPMC1

Ughhh I did this, but I “followed” them I didn’t connect with them. Should I undo it?

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