LinkedIn the new Tinder? Jaipur man shares sweet email from admirer who couldn't DM. Internet melts

Time of India

3 days ago

In a digital age where professional networks often bleed into personal moments, a heartwarming—and slightly bold—gesture from a stranger has won the internet's affection. A Jaipur-based man named
Kartik B
became an unexpected poster boy for modern-day charm when he received a sweet, unconventional message from someone who couldn't slide into his DMs on LinkedIn—and decided to email him instead.
When the DMs Are Shut, the Inbox Opens
Kartik took to
LinkedIn
to share a screenshot of an email he received from an anonymous admirer who wanted to connect—but faced LinkedIn's limitations on messaging non-connections. The sender, determined yet respectful, turned to a secondary email address and sent a message that's now making waves online for its honest and utterly endearing tone.
The email began with a simple 'Hi!' and launched into what can only be described as a
modern love note
with millennial flair. 'I'm trying to do this in the most respectful way possible… not sure if you're with anyone or even interested, but what the hey,' the message read. The sender confessed to developing a 'little crush' on Kartik, praising his profile for radiating 'good vibes' and even calling his portfolio 'cool AF.'
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From Corporate to Candid
Kartik who describes himself as a pre-GPT writer, shared the email with a light-hearted caption:
'LinkedIn is the new
Tinder/Bumble/Hinge
, they say.'
While he chose not to reveal the identity of the sender, the message's candid charm lit up social media feeds with reactions ranging from amused admiration to concern for the sender's privacy.
'This is more authentic than half the motivational fluff here,' one user commented, referencing the often hyper-curated tone of LinkedIn. Others joined in the humor, quipping, 'Welcome to TIND-IN!' and 'Does this actually work? Asking for a friend.'
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However, not everyone was laughing. Some users felt Kartik might have crossed a line by posting such a personal message. 'The sender must've gathered so much courage to write that—and now they're probably mortified,' one person noted. But for most, the gesture felt like a refreshing dose of humanity in a space that usually sticks to resumes, endorsements, and job updates.
A Reminder That People Still Reach Out—Earnestly
As the internet debated whether the email was a cute story or a cautionary tale, one thing became clear:
professional platforms
like LinkedIn are not immune to the unpredictable pulse of human connection. In a space designed for networking and career growth, a simple, vulnerable message managed to cut through the noise—and remind us that sincerity still resonates, no matter the platform.
Whether you call it bold, sweet, or awkwardly brilliant, this story shows that even in today's algorithm-driven world, sometimes all it takes is one heartfelt message—and the guts to hit send.
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