LinkedInSep 8, 2025·4 min read
Should your resume match your LinkedIn?
The facts must match; the depth doesn't have to. Recruiters cross-check, so contradictions cost you.
Facts align, always
Titles, employers and dates should be identical across both. A recruiter who spots a mismatch reads it as a red flag, not a rounding error.
Depth can differ
LinkedIn can carry more roles and detail; your resume stays tailored and tight. Same truth, different length.
Tailor the resume, not the profile
You'll tune a resume per application. Your profile stays a stable, broad presence — so keep the per-role editing on the resume side.
Sync after big changes
New role, new title, new win — update both. A stale profile beside a fresh resume undercuts the story.