Social media can be a powerful tool for those seeking their next career move. Here are some tips on how to use social media effectively in your next job search:
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Update your social media profiles: Ensure your channels are up to date and all share the same information. Linkedin will be you key platform to highlight your employment history, so it is worth using keywords relevant to your industry and job interests in your profile to help recruiters find you.
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Follow companies that interest you: Keep up to date with relevant companies so you have access to their latest news, job vacancies and their company culture and values.
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Connect with Industry groups: Engaging with specific people in the industry will keep your knowledge current as well as staying up to date with the industry trends and any potential job opportunities.
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Make a presence: Engage, comment and share posts that relate to your industry and interests. Start to build an impactful presence to get noticed by your next employer.
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Network: Connect with specific professionals (employer, individuals, recruiters) to help you seek new job leads.
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Remain professional at all times: Be conscious of what you release into social media, ensure all content is suitable to make a good impression of you and your character.
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Research: Grasp the opportunity to explore companies further to gain a better understanding of what type of business they are, what jobs are available, what their goals are and what it is like to work for them.
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Bite the bullet and make a move: Approach potential employers or recruiters if you have come across a role that sparks your interest. Stand out from the crowd and be proactive.
Social media is a great way of staying up to date with latest industry trends, understanding a company in more depth, gaining knowledge of any job vacancies and creating a personal presence online. Review your channels and get networking!
