Social Networking 101: A job seekers guide to establishing your Internet footprint
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Social networking utilizes internet-based technologies to connect individuals and share information across various platforms. It aids in building professional credibility, expanding networks, and discovering job opportunities that may not be advertised traditionally. To succeed in social networking, individuals should establish profiles on platforms like LinkedIn and Twitter, maintain professionalism, and consider seeking coaching and resources to enhance their skills.
Social Networking 101: A job seekers guide to establishing your Internet footprint
- 2. Social networking is: Internet based technologies commonly referred to as Web 2.0 Purpose is to connect with people and share information Many sites have different purposes Job seeking Sharing pictures, videos, info and other items Connecting with friends and family
- 3. Social networking helps you: Establish professional creditability Builds an online presence Makes you easy to find
- 4. Social networking helps you Build a network of strong professionals Connect you to your next opportunity Help you find positions not on the traditional job boards
- 5. Some social networks are dedicated job resources Easier for job seeking professionals to connect Share and contribute advise, experience and valuable resources Way to expand your network and help others in the process Check out: www.jux-ta-pose.com
- 6. Three things you need to get started Your elevator speech Your employment and education history Your current contacts
- 7. How to start on social networking Pick a platform LinkedIn Facebook Myspace Plaxo Twitter Build your network Clean up existing profiles to maintain professionalism
- 8. How do I learn to use social networking sites? Set goals and seek a social networking coach Look for free webinars and classes Connect with others who can help you Check out: www.socialnetnet.com
- 9. JobAngels – non-profit created to help the job seeker Got started as a random act of kindness Utilize mainly social networking to connect Job seekers and JobAngels Social networks, started on January 29, 2009 Twitter = 9,320 followers LinkedIn = 6,740 connections Facebook = 3,052 friends
- 10. Pick your network Create your profiles Get a social networking coach Start connecting!!!