And Now For Something Completely Different …

An Interesting AI Analysis of My LinkedIn Connections
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I recently had AI provide me with evaluative feedback on my LinkedIn connections. Based on my LinkedIn data, as of September 26, 2026 I have:

• 24,826 connections
• 2,739 Newsletter Subscribers
• 25,372 Followers 

But the interesting part isn’t the size, it’s the shape.

​​Every LinkedIn connection in my network was personally approved by me, and I accepted only those requests that were relevant to my work at CAES. Although any of my LinkedIn connections could potentially have become recruitment candidates during my time as a headhunter, or career development clients today, that was never my primary reason for connecting with them. The vast majority of my connections are organizational decision-makers who provide significant value to my professional network and business relationships.
 
It may help you to go through the same process.
 
Here’s the AI generated feedback:

Executive Summary

Analysis of Connections – September 26 indicates a highly diversified professional network with strong representation among senior leaders, executives, educators, creative professionals, and public-sector decision-makers. The network is distinguished by exceptional depth in Human Resources and People & Culture leadership, complemented by significant reach into higher education, creative industries, government, infrastructure, and energy sectors
 
Key Network Strengths

Human Resources & Talent Leadership

The strongest segment of the network consists of senior HR and People & Culture professionals, including Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs), Chief People Officers, Vice Presidents of Human Resources, HR Directors, Talent Acquisition leaders, Learning & Development professionals, Organizational Development specialists, and HR Business Partners.

Executive-Level Access

The network includes a significant number of decision-makers and influencers, including CEOs, Presidents, Executive Directors, Board Members, Founders, Vice Presidents, Deans, and Chief Officers across multiple industries.

Canadian Corporate Presence

Major Canadian organizations represented include Canadian Tire Corporation, Hydro One, Rogers, Loblaw, Maple Leaf Foods, WestJet, TELUS, Metrolinx, NAV CANADA, and Compass Group Canada.

Higher Education Network

Strong relationships exist across colleges and universities, including Sheridan College, McMaster University, Toronto Metropolitan University, Conestoga College, Humber Polytechnic, Mohawk College, Seneca, and other academic institutions.
 
Industry Coverage

Human Resources & Talent Management
The dominant network segment focuses on:

• Talent Acquisition
• Organizational Development
• Learning & Development
• People Analytics
• HR Technology
• Employee Experience
• Workforce Planning
• Change Management

Creative Industries
The network contains extensive representation from:

• Animation
• Gaming
• Film & Television
• Visual Effects (VFX)
• Digital Media
• Design and Creative Leadership

Organizations include Ubisoft, Electronic Arts, Riot Games, Blizzard Entertainment, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Sony Pictures Imageworks, Industrial Light & Magic, Framestore, Netflix Animation, and related studios.

Government, Energy & Infrastructure
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Connections span Canadian and Middle Eastern government entities, utilities, infrastructure organizations, and energy companies, providing access to public-sector leadership and strategic initiatives.
 
Geographic Reach

The network demonstrates strong international diversification:

• Canada (primary concentration)
• United Arab Emirates
• Oman
• Saudi Arabia
• Qatar
• United States
• Europe
• Other global markets represented through multinational employers and industry leaders.

 
Strategic Value

This network provides potential access to:

• Executive recruitment opportunities
• Leadership referrals
• Talent acquisition partnerships
• Higher education collaborations
• Speaking engagements
• Consulting projects
• Industry intelligence and market insights
• Cross-sector business development opportunities

 
Overall Network Rating
 
Category Rating

Network Quality        9/10

Executive Access    9.5/10

Industry Diversity    10/10

Referral Potential     9/10

 
Conclusion  
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Your LinkedIn network is a mature, high-value professional ecosystem characterized by strong executive access, exceptional HR leadership representation, broad industry diversity, and meaningful geographic reach. The combination of senior HR leaders, educators, creative-industry professionals, and public-sector executives creates a unique platform for thought leadership, business development, recruiting, advisory work, and strategic relationship building.
 
Using AI to help organize and present back what I need to know. Try it for yourself, the results may surprise you.