<ul><li>Church advises against using the "open to work" signal on LinkedIn, as it can convey a sense of desperation to potential employers.</li><li>He likens the job search process to dating, where you want to make the hiring company feel that you are exclusive and not willing to settle for any job.</li><li>Church suggests that you should appear as if you are genuinely interested in working for a specific company rather than any available job. This approach can make you a more attractive candidate.</li><li>According to Church, it's essential to create a sense of desire among potential employers by not appearing desperate. People are more attracted to candidates who appear confident and selective in their job search.</li></ul>

Ex-Google recruiter Nolan Church advises against using LinkedIn's 'open to work' symbol for job seekers

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