Showing posts with label Twitter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Twitter. Show all posts

Monday, January 9, 2012

Is your Online Image Career-Ready?



Employers check social media sites just like they check references.

While LinkedIn is touted as the professional social media site to use in the job search, only 46% of hiring managers screened their applicants through it.
 76% of hiring managers checked in on applicants on Facebook.
 53% of hiring managers looked into applicants on Twitter.
 69% of recruiters reported that they rejected a job candidate based on something they saw on the applicant’s social media profile

Assume your future boss will see anything you’ve posted publically. Here are tips to clean and polish your online image.

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Do a Smarter Job Hunt



Here are some smart ways to cut through company walls to find someone inside who can help you. Don't go in circles - do a smarter job search. Just be sure to start with the basics - know what you're looking for!