Strain of keeping up professional appearances

Networking platforms like LinkedIn can be vital for ambitious businesses or workers, but moderation is key for both mental health and success

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THERE’S a new pressure on people who aspire to professional success. 

To be taken seriously, not only should they be making progress in their careers, but they should also be making that progress visible online by posting about it on social media platforms like LinkedIn, which has approximately 1.2bn global users, including 3.5m in Ireland.