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Published by Peter Adetutu on March 7, 2019
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  • Tips for social media job hunting: Don't ruin your career in 140 characters

Don’t ruin your career in 140 characters

Who could have predicted a decade ago that social media would have such a grip on our lives? The rise of social media can be seen as both a godsend and a threat to job seekers. Why? Because not everyone is sure how to use it.

HR departments no longer have the time or resources to plough their way through hundreds of CVs. They want to be able to see if the applicant is worth bringing in for an interview by seeing the necessary things the ought to see. Social media, if used correctly, can propel a job application to the top of the pile – simply by being different and innovative.

Social media makes it very easy to see what makes a prospective employee tick – giving employers a view of that candidate before they actually meet them.

How to get it right

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So, how do you make sure you create the right impression?

The first thing you should do is set up a profile on professional networking sites such as LinkedIn, to give yourself a better chance of being noticed. Get your name out there on the internet. You may find that you connect with people who end up on your interview panel or who have the power to shortlist you for a position.

Secondly, Facebook and Twitter can also reap great rewards if harnessed correctly. Don’t be afraid to show your personality, comment on industry trends and news, and follow the right people in that sector to try and attempt interaction.

While the majority of employers don’t like CVs with photos, it makes sense to get a shot done for your social media platforms that looks professional.

Lastly, Don’t be downhearted if you’re not followed by those you’re following, or if your attempts to start a conversation with an industry are ignored. Interaction through social media will happen, but don’t try and force it.

How to do it wrong

Instagram, Facebook and Twitter can be great when it comes to showing off your talents, but there is nothing more stupid than thinking employers won’t check you out before deciding whether or not you’re worth an interview.

Take these things into consideration: there is a difference between showing personality and pushing out photos of you and your mates partying. Clean up your profile – it’s a given that companies check social media these days. Use the internet to promote yourself and your talents. Don’t let stupidity scupper your chances of success.

Depending on what role you’re after, it might also be wise to steer clear of posting anything too political. While no employer can discriminate against you on political grounds, everyone has different views on what goes on in the world, and they might not want differing opinions to disrupt the office.

More employers are using social media to screen prospective employees, with Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn being among the most popular.

Before you post, ask yourself: do you really want 140 characters ruining your career?

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