Social Media Tips for Job Seekers

social media THE ADVANTAGES AND

DISADVANTAGES FOR JOB SEEKERS

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first things first

choosing a platform

work that profile!

sharing & shining

making connections

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60%of employers use social media sites to research job candidates.

quick facts:

59% of employers use search engines to research candidates.

Source: 2016 Career Builder survey

5out of

quick facts:

10 Information technology Sales Financial

services Health care

Retail ManufacturingProfessional &

business services

recruiters in these industries research potential hires on social media

first things first.

choosing a platform.

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industry you work in

goals and objectives

amount of time you have

consider:

work that profile.

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appropriate user name

clear, high-quality, professional profile photo

strong bio

tips:

4 posts relevant to your career path and bio

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private vs. public profile

comments, likes, shares

friends and followers

things to think about:

4 photos and videos you’re tagged in

sharing and shining.

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highlight what you’re good at

reinforce your resume

share content that shows you’re in tune

tips:

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private vs. public profile

use your own work

give credit where it’s due

things to think about:

4 don’t overshare

making connections .

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follow key people and accounts

be bold

be professional

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have a plan

follow instructions

be patient, not pushy

things to think about:

before we go.Social media can help in your job search

There’s no shame in being strategic

Patience and practice can lead to big wins

People know people

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