How Much Does LinkedIn Optimization Actually Matter for Finance Recruiting?

Most finance roles still emphasize networking and referrals, but LinkedIn is often the first touchpoint for recruiters and headhunters.
For those who’ve gone through IB, PE, consulting, or corporate finance recruiting, how much did LinkedIn profile optimization actually matter in your experience? Any specific changes that led to better outreach or response rates?

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