Thrilled to Be Humbled

Description

Whether you love it, hate it, or scroll through it in silent pain, LinkedIn is where professionals gather, network, and humble-brag in strange new dialects. In this class, we’ll explore the culture of LinkedIn, from cringe-worthy jargon to fake-sounding self-promotion, and ask: Is this really how people succeed today?

Together, we’ll:
- Watch a short video about the origins of corporate jargon
- Decode some common (and weird) LinkedIn phrases
- Discuss whether the platform feels helpful or fake
- Reflect on authenticity and professionalism in the job market

This session is all about laughing with, not just at, and understanding what lies beneath the buzzwords.

Questions list

1. Do you have a LinkedIn profile? How do you feel about using it?

2. What’s the most cringe thing you’ve seen or read on LinkedIn or other platforms?

3. Do you think it’s okay to "fake it till you make it" professionally?

1. Why do you think people use so much jargon or overly positive language on LinkedIn?

2. Have you ever written something you felt wasn’t really you on a professional platform? Why?

3. Is it harder to be authentic in professional spaces online?

4. What’s the difference between promoting yourself and being performative?

5. Can you think of a better way to show your professional achievements than using buzzwords?

6. How does your real personality differ from your "professional" image?

7. What advice would you give someone just starting out on LinkedIn?

8. Is this type of communication more common in English-speaking cultures? Why might that be?

1. You'll have 6 to 10 minutes to have a free talk.

Get ready for an engaging 10 minutes where you'll receive valuable feedback from your tutor regarding vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar mistakes