How LinkedIn Became the Most Exhausting Place on the Internet

Today, LinkedIn feels like Facebook, Instagram, and a motivational speaker convention crashed into each other. So how did we get here? In this video, we break down how LinkedIn transformed from a professional networking tool into one of the most performative platforms on the internet. We explore why LinkedIn adopted engagement-driven algorithms, how “thought leaders” learned to optimize personal stories for attention, why humblebrags evolved into full-blown hero journeys, how corporate cringe became a professional requirement, and why millions of people participate in a system they openly mock. This isn’t just about LinkedIn. It’s about what happens when every platform eventually discovers that emotion generates more engagement than usefulness. If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at a LinkedIn post while secretly wondering whether you should be posting the same thing, this video is for you. Subscribe to How Did We Get Here to uncover the platforms, incentives, and cultural shifts that quietly changed how we behave online —    / @howdidwegethere-u5z   Timestamps: 0:00 - LinkedIn Then vs. Now 1:33 - The Original Sin 2:34 - The Algorithm of Performance 3:40 - The Rise of Thought Leaders 5:34 - Fictional Parables 6:20 - Corporate Cringe & Bait 9:13 - The Ultimate Summary #LinkedIn #WorkCulture #CorporateCringe #DigitalCulture