Youve been tagged! (Then again maybe not): Employers and Facebook

Youve been tagged! (Then again maybe not):Employers and Facebook

By: Frank Ballard Patrick Nadjat-Haiem

History and FactsThere are currently 1.49 billion Facebook users worldwide. 5 new profiles are created every second.Based on current statistics, Facebook is the most dominant social networking site in the entire world. 10% of 16-34 year olds are turned down for a new job because of photos or comments on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or other social sites.

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Alternative Solutions To control the content we post, we should keep in mind that social media is public domain.Dont post ANY content, which could represent your brand poorly. Truth is People make judgments based on what they read/see online, so its very important to monitor everything that you post. (Dont oversaturate) Post content that is relevant to your profession and stray away from topics unrelated.

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Best RecommendationsPost consistently Target your postsKeep posts fresh/relevantBoost important postsPublicize through ads/keywordsConnect with words and picturesReview post performance

SummaryWhen used properly, Facebook can help you to increase your exposure and generate added revenue streams through traditional social media outlets.Keeping up-to-date with social media trends can help to enhance your connection with your fan base.Social media can either make you or break you, depending on how you utilize it.

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