But LinkedIn may be taking things a step too far; But youd have no idea simply looking at the tool, which makes it seem as if theyre active LinkedIn members, complete with an add to network button thats akin to a Facebook friend request. Instead of linking two existing accounts, though, hitting that button will dispatch an email asking your selected contact to create a LinkedIn account. He claims that LinkedIn is intentionally misrepresenting its user base in an attempt to boost signups.