Have you just started searching for that dream job? Have you been looking for some time now, and struggling to find exactly what you’re after? Regardless of your job searching status, it’s important to understand the role that social media now plays in the job search!
In years gone by, there were three key elements to finding a job:
1) The Resume
2) The Interview
3) The References
These three principles still remain, however social media has suddenly jumped into the equation now, and is seen by many as an insight into the ‘real’ story!
It’s almost scary how effective search engines are these days at digging up almost ANYTHING that an individual has ever posted online. Regardless of what it is, from your social media accounts to websites and newsletters you have subscribed to, a quick Google search can unveil the lot!
Gone are the days when a resume was the only thing an interviewer could read about you, they now have a complement of other readily available information. So it’s vital that you monitor what comes up when your name is typed into all of the usual search engines. Google, Yahoo, Bing, Wikipedia all store information that you may, or may not want your next employer to know!
This is not to say that being active on social media is a hindrance to your chances, far from it! In fact, some employers can be put off if they find that you do not participate in any of the usual outlets. These outlets are modern and innovative ways of communicating and are used by many a CEO, politician and media representatives, so why should you refrain from using them!
So, when it comes to your social media accounts, what do you need to do?
First and foremost double check your privacy settings and the content on your profile/profile picture. Keep the information as professional as possible, and avoid the drunken profile pictures!
Ideally you want outsiders to be able to see a picture or two of you, and some basic information, if any! Sometimes leaving things to the imagination can paint a better picture than giving the game away!!
So the name of the game is, keep it clean, or hide it!
For some free job seeking advice and information, contact Ross via email ross@rensol.org or visit www.rensol.org for your nearest branch!
In years gone by, there were three key elements to finding a job:
1) The Resume
2) The Interview
3) The References
These three principles still remain, however social media has suddenly jumped into the equation now, and is seen by many as an insight into the ‘real’ story!
It’s almost scary how effective search engines are these days at digging up almost ANYTHING that an individual has ever posted online. Regardless of what it is, from your social media accounts to websites and newsletters you have subscribed to, a quick Google search can unveil the lot!
Gone are the days when a resume was the only thing an interviewer could read about you, they now have a complement of other readily available information. So it’s vital that you monitor what comes up when your name is typed into all of the usual search engines. Google, Yahoo, Bing, Wikipedia all store information that you may, or may not want your next employer to know!
This is not to say that being active on social media is a hindrance to your chances, far from it! In fact, some employers can be put off if they find that you do not participate in any of the usual outlets. These outlets are modern and innovative ways of communicating and are used by many a CEO, politician and media representatives, so why should you refrain from using them!
So, when it comes to your social media accounts, what do you need to do?
First and foremost double check your privacy settings and the content on your profile/profile picture. Keep the information as professional as possible, and avoid the drunken profile pictures!
Ideally you want outsiders to be able to see a picture or two of you, and some basic information, if any! Sometimes leaving things to the imagination can paint a better picture than giving the game away!!
So the name of the game is, keep it clean, or hide it!
For some free job seeking advice and information, contact Ross via email ross@rensol.org or visit www.rensol.org for your nearest branch!
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