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I am one of the people looking for a full-time job for 6+ months. I have a side project that keeps me afloat and the job search hasn't been my "main" goal, but I am now becoming increasingly concerned about the relatively long period that I am technically "unemployed". I usually don't advertise myself as much and I don't have a linkedin or any socials. Do you think it makes sense to make a linkedin to improve my chances? I usually just monitor platforms and apply to positions that fit me. I do realize that there is a subset of potential employers not really advertising positions anywhere but instead using linkedin to find potential candidates. Also, how long do you think this situation will persist? Some of the comments mentioned a "rebound", so is it likely to slowly start recovering, or is it accurate to say that it will persist for another year or so?