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Re:Show HN: LinkedIn sucks, so I built a better one by fliellerjulian on Tuesday March 25, 2025 @07:49AM (#43470116)
Totally valid — if LinkedIn is working for you, that’s awesome.

The reason OpenSpot might "suck less" for some is because it focuses only on one thing: helping people stand out. No feed, no fluff, no algorithm — just a clean, curated profile where you can show off your skills, projects, and intent in a way that cuts through the noise.

And to be clear: you don’t have to record a video. That’s optional. Some people link to projects, write a short blurb, or just highlight their strengths in a more human way than a traditional CV.

It’s not a LinkedIn replacement — it’s an alternative for those who feel like they’re getting buried in the system and want more visibility without the social media layer.

Appreciate the honest question!

Re:Show HN: LinkedIn sucks, so I built a better one by DeathArrow on Tuesday March 25, 2025 @01:13PM (#43473592)
Fair enough, thank you for the answer.
Re:Show HN: LinkedIn sucks, so I built a better one by marginalia_nu on Wednesday March 26, 2025 @05:18PM (#43487413)
Seems like an inherent contradiction to try to stand out using a platform designed to help people to stand out. If you wish to stand out, doing something differently seems like a better option.

At least in my personal experience, having a personal website where I write about interesting stuff I do has opened a lot more doors than linkedin ever did.