Using Social Media To Find Your Dream Job

#atMW +Rebecca Wardlow

Using Social Media To Find Your Dream Job

www.RebeccaWardlow.com


Who Is Rebecca?

Local Google+ AmbassadorSocial Media Speaker, Trainer & ConsultantTeach social media courses for Kishwaukee College Continuing EducationWeb Design & DevelopmenteCommerce Project ManagerGoogle+ eBook (www.RebeccaWardlow)Proud mom of 5 kids


Beef Up Your Profiles

Make your profiles full of USEFUL content.Future employers don’t want to see status updates that complain, whine or show scandalous photos.Find good content and start posting it to your page.Share links and content about the industry you are job searching in.


Use Vanity Profile

Use a vanity profile to make all your social profiles accessible.About.me lets you create a profile to house links to your entire social profiles.Put link to your About.me page in your email signatures


Your Online Resume

Make your resume visually appealing and social friendly.Vizualize.me takes information from your LinkedIn profile and creates an infographic.


Tips for Success!

Be sure to use your full name on your social profiles, not a nickname or alias.Use a professional photo on all your social profiles.Delete any dormant profiles or set them to private.


Go Above & Beyond

Create a customized websiteMatthew Epstein made his own site so Google would hire him.He made the site, created YouTube videos and started a blog all dedicated ot land him a job at Google.His site shows creativity, innovation and the desire to go the extra mile. He did not get the job at Google, however he got a job with a innovative startup that he choose to work with.

#atMW +Rebecca Wardlowhttp://googlepleasehire.me/

http://googlepleasehire.me/





Prove You Can Do The Work


Decision Makers

Find out who the decision makers are and contact them.Send a message to them on LinkedIn or Twitter.



Follow Them

Follow the company you want to work for on all of their social profiles as well. You can gain much greater insight into their company culture, not to mention being able to stalk research them much more quickly and efficiently.


The Industry

Be knowledgeable about the industry you are interviewing for. Just because you know how to use social media platforms to your advantage does not mean you’re the right person for the job.



For Arts & Media: Pinterest


For Arts & Media: Pinterest

Use as a visual resumeTIP: Follow career experts in your chosen field of employment. These experts will not only provide visual advice, through clever cartoons or motivational quotes, but could also connect you to potential job opportunities. For those still in education, consider following career advisors.


For B2B: LinkedIn


For B2B: LinkedIn

LinkedIn: Extend your resumeDo you have a picture? If not, make sure you have one that represents yourself in a professional manner!Reach out to relevant connections for recommendations. Don’t just ask your supervisors at previous jobs, but ask your peers and reports.Have you listed all of your accomplishments and skills? Sometimes better than finding the right job is being found for the right job! LinkedIn Recruiter allows companies to look for specific skills and past positions. Make sure you list them so you can be indexed!Endorsements are a great way to easily gain credibility. You should give them as well as ask for them.

http://www.inc.com/dave-kerpen/linked-endorsements-changes-everything-heres-why.html

http://www.inc.com/dave-kerpen/linked-endorsements-changes-everything-heres-why.html


For Local Jobs: Facebook & Twitter

These sites have the largest numbers of users, and sites such as Guardian Jobs will have dedicated pages which you can join and follow – alerting you to new opportunities immediately.



Facebook: Clean it up!What do your profile picture and cover photo say about you?Check your privacy settings and make sure you understand them.



Twitter: Show your expertise!What is your picture? Make sure it represents you as you want the world to see you.What are you sharing? Your tweets should reflect your personality and expertise. Share articles and quotes from thought leaders in your industry. What does your Twitter bio say about you? Make sure you include a link where people can find you


Networking

The opportunity is there for you to find and engage with literally millions of people. The tough part is going for it, setting boundaries and making sure you don’t come across negatively.


Networking: LinkedIn

Search your 1st degree connections to find interesting 2nd degree connections. Connect with people, but make sure to be upfront about why you are connecting. Don’t ever send the default message! Instead, give them a reason to connect with you. If you really want an in, tell them you’d love to learn more about their company and the position they have. People love to talk about themselves and it’s an ideal way to learn more about a company while subtly showcasing yourself.


Networking: Twitter

Follow the people that interest you at companies you'd like to work at. Watch what they are doing and find the right time to engage with them. When they talk about the Lakers game, or their kids, or their trip to Costa Rica - just reply with interest, if you have something to say.


Networking: Facebook

Most people keep Facebook for their existing network of friends, and some don't even connect with professional colleagues on Facebook. However, you can like the companies you are interested in and engage with their content. You can also find company and industry leaders to subscribe to, (one way communication, similar to Twitter) which can give you insight into their lives! You never know when a common interest might help.


The Interview

Do your RESEARCH in order to be prepared to talk about the company. WEB SITE and SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS provide great insight into the organization, their leaders, the department's personalities, and the company's culture and values. In addition to the big LinkedIn, Twitter & Facebook, research whether the organization you'd like to work for is on YouTube, Pinterest, Instagram, Google+, or Tumblr. Read their blogs.The more you can learn in advance, the better you'll be able to show how well you'd fit in and provide value at your dream job.


The Interview

Dress professionally, be prepared, and show that you are excited and want the job.Interview the company you want to work for. Come up with good questions that have them know you did your homework. Don’t just tell them what they want to hear.


Conclusion

Remember, in finding the perfect job, it's always been about who you know. The only difference today is, thanks to social media, who you know - and who knows you - can quickly change for the better.


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Date post:	19-Oct-2014
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