Why Your Internal Slack Presence Matters More Than Your Resume

Nearly 70% of jobs are never publicly listed because they’re filled through internal moves or employee referrals before a recruiter even opens a LinkedIn tab. This post covers the specific way you can position yourself for these hidden opportunities by treating your internal messaging like a public-facing product. It’s about being the person everyone thinks of first when a high-profile project opens up—without being the person who spends all day in #random.

How do I get noticed by senior leadership?

Visibility isn't about the volume of messages; it's about the signal-to-noise ratio. Senior leaders don't have time for long-winded updates. They want the 'TL;DR' version that highlights progress and flags blockers before they become fires. When you share work in public channels, use a consistent format. Start with the outcome, followed by the data, and end with the next step. This shows you have a handle on the