Would you all think anything odd of your interviewee if they were to look up your profile on LinkedIn ahead of an interview?
Please be kind, I realize I may be overthinking!

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This is not odd and in fact is the smart thing to do. You want to understand this person’s career path, tenure at the company, their title and responsibilities, be able to ask better questions of them

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Overthinking. LinkedIn is a platform for professionals looking to network and learn more about companies, roles, etc. The interviewee probably wanted to do some research on you in hopes of using it as a talking point in the interview.

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I think of candidates favorably when they do this. It shows they spent time preparing for the interview and researching at least me and likely the company as well. These candidates tend to come in with better, more specific questions about the role and what I’m looking for as a manager.

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Agreed

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No. Also change your search settings to private if you’re worried about this. Then they won’t know. Good luck on the interview!

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Thank you— for the luck and the tip!

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As an interviewer, you pretty much expect people to look you up on LinkedIn, but try and do it a couple of days before the interview, rather than be a last-minute Larry! Also, do some research on the firm you are applying to. Always shocks me when an interviewee hasn't bothered to do basic research - seems a bit rude!

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You absolutely should do this. You can also change your own privacy settings so it doesn’t tell anyone whose profile you are viewing.

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No, I would be unpleasantly surprised if they didn’t. Shows their curiosity, ability to research and be proactive.

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Not odd at all!

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Not at all! I’ve done it myself and think that most people would appreciate it because it shows you are doing your research. Good luck!

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Looking up is fine but don’t try to connect with the person until AFTER you’ve met

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No -- I wouldn't think it odd. I think it's just someone trying to be well prepared. Type A personality.

No, this is quite common. It's likely they are trying to prepare for the interview.

I know a hiring manager who would rule out candidates who didn’t look him up before the interview!

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