If you are a smart job searcher, you have probably researched everything there is to know about resumes, cover letters, interviews, and all of the other job-searching basics.
But you might not be as familiar with the newest technique for searching for jobs:
General Social Media Job Search Tips
- Keep Your Profile Clean and Updated
- Be Active on Social Media
- Use Your Real Name
- Keep Your Image Professional and Consistent
- Build Your Personal Brand
- Don’t Use it for Professional Communications
LinkedIn Tips
- Get Your Profile Up to Snuff
- Come Up With a Plan
- Only Connect With People You Know
- Send Personalized Messages to Anyone
- Don’t Forget the Groups
- Keep Your Search under the Radar
Twitter Tips
- Be a Thought Leader
- Don’t Share Your Own Stuff
- Show Some Personality!
- Follow Job Search Experts
- Follow Company Jobs Accounts
- Follow People at Your Dream Companies
- Use the Hashtag Search Function
- Use Keywords in Your Bio
- Participate in Twitter Chats
Facebook Tips
- Don’t Hide Your Whole Profile
- Make Professional Status Updates Public
- Like the Companies You Love
Tips for Other Networks
- Get Creative
- Get Industry-Specific
- Use Them to Stand Out