A growing number of professionals are using dating apps like Tinder and Bumble to find job opportunities, referrals, and interviews, with one in three users reportedly engaging in this practice. This unconventional approach stems from difficulties in standing out on traditional platforms like LinkedIn, exacerbated by a competitive job market and AI-driven disruptions. A survey indicated that 34% of dating app users sought career connections, with a significant portion securing interviews or job offers through these apps.