[daveth3cat]

I don't understand the point of this site. Whilst Linkedin is obviously the wrong platform, these people aren't using vulgar or offensive language, they're simply using Linkedin's vast data and profiling information to their advantage - for a community that supports entrepenerialism and innovation I'm surprised to see a site like this on the homepage. labelling them as 'creeps' and calling them out on the internet/Hacker News seems a little harsh. I don't condone using Linkedin as a dating service (even though it does, arguably, hold very relevant data), but you do have to admire the spirit!

[DanBC]

> these people aren't using vulgar or offensive language,

Yes they are. It is offensive to ignore the reason why women use that site (to make professional connections) and then hit on them.

That's not networking. There's no useful business going on when you tell someone that they have pretty eyes, while ignoring their business information.

[daveth3cat]

I guess we disagree on that point then. I did say I don't condone it but calling these people out online as 'creeps' is harsh imo. Also you're assuming that all these 'creepy assholes' are men.

[adaml_623]

Nitpick: The previous poster is assuming that all the people being hit on are women. That doesn't equal an assumption that all creeps are men.

[PeterWhittaker]

LinkedIn is intended as a business site. If the behaviour would be inappropriate in a business meeting, then it is inappropriate on LinkedIn.

[collyw]

I wish recruiters would see it that way. Phoning out of the blue at work, asking if I have time to speak. Ignoring me when I say no.