Courtney Summer Myers' LinkedIn post with a #Desperate banner went viral ... recruiters who have arranged interviews with her, and companies offering her freelancing opportunities.

It's not uncommon to see an #OpenToWork circle around a profile picture on LinkedIn, but one hopeful hire is standing out with a new banner choice that sends a strong message. Courtney Summer ...

OK, that's enough self-congratulating. In today's big story, why LinkedIn's #opentowork banner is so controversial. What's on deck: But first, I'm low-key looking for a job. If this was forwarded ...

Unfortunately, the profile picture and background header photo are often an afterthought ... what image would be good to use. Your LinkedIn background banner photo should reinforce who you ...