Let’s be honest: if someone had told me a couple of years ago that LinkedIn would become the new place for casual thoughts, honest conversations, and internet rabbit holes, I would’ve laughed. Back then, LinkedIn felt like walking into a networking event where everyone was a bit too proud of their latest promotion and trying way too hard to sound professional. You showed up in a virtual suit, said congrats, and kept scrolling.
But now? It’s starting to feel more like Twitter (X) used to be before things got weird.
Twitter’s (X) Mess Opened the Door
Twitter (X) used to be my go-to for quick takes, news, industry chatter, and following smart people who made me think. But after Elon Musk’s takeover, the vibe changed. The algorithm got strange. Timelines started to feel chaotic. You’d see the same five viral tweets and miss out on your actual interests.
Verified checkmarks didn’t mean much anymore, and people I followed for years started disappearing or posting less. So I, like many others, started spending more time elsewhere. I didn’t go looking for a Twitter (X) replacement, but I noticed something surprising. LinkedIn wasn’t boring anymore. It was getting interesting.
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It’s Not Just Resumes and Promotions Anymore
People on LinkedIn are talking now. Not in the “look how amazing my life is” kind of way, but in a “here’s what I learned from a huge mistake” kind of way. Folks are posting things like:
- Threads about failed startups
- Honest reflections on burnout
- Personal stories about layoffs, weird interviews, or what it’s like being the only woman in the room
- Mini essays about career pivots or client horror stories
It’s messy in the best way. And even better, the conversations are thoughtful. On Twitter (X), the replies were fast and brutal. On LinkedIn, people respond with care, insight, or encouragement. It’s not perfect, but it feels healthier.
The Vibe Shift Is Real
The way people write on LinkedIn has changed, too. It’s not all “I’m thrilled to announce…” anymore. You’ll see someone open with a one-liner that grabs your attention, just like a tweet, but then they go deeper. The format encourages full thoughts, not just hot takes. And because posts stick around longer in the feed, you don’t feel like you have to post constantly to stay visible.
Also, the tone has relaxed. People write like humans now, not like resumes. The grammar’s casual. Some even use emojis (gasp). You’ll still see buzzwords and corporate jargon here and there, but they’re easier to scroll past. What stands out are the posts that feel real.
A New Kind of Community
Twitter (X) had its way of building communities through threads, quote tweets, and niche jokes. But LinkedIn’s version of community feels more focused. Designers find each other. Startup folks connect around early-stage chaos. Mental health professionals share advice without sounding preachy.
There’s less noise. You don’t have to wade through trending hashtags to find value. And weirdly enough, I’ve had more actual conversations in LinkedIn comment sections than I did on Twitter (X) in its final descent years.
Some people are even treating it like a mini blog. They’re building followings, sharing long posts, and turning professional experiences into storytelling. And it’s working. A well-written post on LinkedIn can travel far, even if you’re not internet-famous.
You Don’t Have to Be Big to Be Heard
One of the things I’ve come to appreciate is how you don’t need thousands of followers to get engagement on LinkedIn. If your post resonates, the algorithm seems to help it along. That’s refreshing. On Twitter (X), unless you were already part of the cool crowd or got lucky with a viral moment, it was easy to feel invisible.
On LinkedIn, I’ve seen posts from first-time writers get dozens of thoughtful replies. People actually want to learn from each other. It feels more about value than clout, and that’s a big shift.
So, Is LinkedIn the New Twitter (X)?
In some ways, no. Twitter (X) had speed, memes, and chaos. It was a place for news, jokes, fights, and everything in between. LinkedIn will never fully replace that. Honestly, I don’t think it should.
But in the ways that matter — open sharing, honest thoughts, community, and discovery — LinkedIn is starting to fill the gap. It’s becoming a space where professionals can be themselves without always sounding like they’re trying to land a job.
And maybe that’s what we needed. Less shouting into the void. More real connection. Less doomscrolling. More perspective.So yeah. I’ll say it. LinkedIn is the new Twitter (X). Not because it copied Twitter’s (X) features, but because it captured what made it special in its way.
