Subscribe to FeedCan Social Networking help me find a job?
Absolutely! Professional recruiters have begun reaching out for job candidates on sites like MySpace and Facebook — and the rapidly
expanding LinkedIn, a popular business networking site. And this doesn’t include all of the job search boards and discussion
forums you can join to post your resume. These sites give you the opportunity to market yourself online by setting up profiles detailing
your work history and specific skills. The profiles often given recruiters a more well-rounded view of candidates than they can get
from structured online applications and questionnaires.
The key is to include in your profile certain keywords that will help others find you during a search. For instance, if you’re an
aspiring electrician, use words like “electrician”, “electrical” and “electrician apprentice”.
Some say that at least 60% of all jobs are found by networking. And his isn’t limited to online communications! Think about all
the people you know — friends, family, neighbors, hobby and church groups. These could all be helpful in generating new job leads
for you, too.
Ellen Fix
Blog Contributor & Copywriter
Ashworth University
