Linkedin is astrology for corporate people — everyone pretending their career path was destiny instead of luck


Agree

  • Success stories erase privilege and timing
  • Survivorship bias creates false narratives constantly
  • Most career wins involve randomness
  • Humble-bragging pretends luck was skill

Disagree

  • Hard work genuinely creates opportunities
  • Networking and strategy drive career growth
  • Preparation meets opportunity in real ways
  • Acknowledging luck undermines personal achievement unfairly

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