Did you know social media can help you land a great new job? Since the advent of social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter, companies have been using them to share information about new jobs and their company culture. Here are a few ways to leverage social media during your job search.
How Can Social Media Help Your Job Search?
Develop Your Online Presence
The first step to leveraging social media for your job search is ensuring you have appropriate profiles on popular platforms. LinkedIn is still the premier platform for business networking, so take time to develop your profile there. Ensure it’s complete and you’re open to being contacted about opportunities. You can also create a personal website that can act as an online portfolio and resume. Create consistent personal branding across all of your platforms.
Make Your Social Media Employer Friendly
You will also want to review your social media to ensure that nothing negative will influence the employer’s decisions. Use a professional photograph and delete any questionable material that will come across as unprofessional. Lock down the privacy settings on your Facebook so people not on your Friends List can only see your basic information.
Search for Jobs
You can search for jobs using social media. Companies often use Facebook and Twitter to post jobs, so start there. For Twitter, search the hashtags for what employers in your industry and area are using. For example, if you’re looking for an administrative position in Kalamazoo, Michigan, search the hashtag #adminjobskalamazoo to find more information.
Research Companies
Social media is also a great way to research companies you’re interested in. Follow them to see new jobs as soon as they are posted. You’ll learn more about the company culture and what they expect from candidates. When you’re ready for an interview, this will be another place you can research to learn more about the job.
Learn New Things
Beyond finding a job, social media is also a place where you can learn new things that can enhance your skills for the future. It’s an easy way to find articles to read about your industry. Join groups to talk to peers from around the country and learn more.
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