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The Future of Networking is in the Palm of Your Hand
Did you know that, on average, people spend more time using Facebook and Twitter on their mobile phone than they do on computers/laptops? As this article and report point out, it’s true. Now, we’ve looked at how Twitter and Facebook can play into your networking approach before. But as I’ve pointed out, Linkedin is still [...]
Branching Out Your Network With Facebook
It’s true: some people network better for their careers on Facebook than on Linkedin. While that may defy logic (after all, Facebook has established itself as THE social network for friends while Linkedin is clearly THE social network for career contacts), I’ve had more than one client who found more success networking on Facebook. Here’s [...]
Linkedin Is Still The Promised Land For Recruiters
Not too long ago we looked at why Facebook is relevant to hiring managers and recruiters. And while it’s still important to maintain your presence on Facebook (and Twitter, too), a recent survey by Bullhorn, Inc. makes it very clear that Linkedin is where recruiters expect to find the most success in finding the right [...]
What Does YOUR Facebook Profile Tell Potential Employers?
“Ya, ya, ya David, I know. You should never post anything on Facebook that you wouldn’t want your boss seeing. Tell me something I don’t know!” I’m sure this was the response more than one of you had. But here’s the thing: it’s not just about WHAT you’re posting to Facebook that could be a [...]
Why Companies Are Using Facebook to Recruit
We’ve talked a lot about how LinkedIn and other social media tools are essential for HR reps and job seekers alike. But what about Facebook? While primarily considered a “social” tool, Facebook is quickly becoming a source of talent pool community activation. But don’t just take my word for it. Check out the below infographic [...]
More Backup For Networking Via Social Media
As I’ve stressed before, social media is becoming a mandatory tool in networking. If you’re resisting new job searching strategies because they break your comfort zone, this is something you’re going to need to overcome. This article in the Tennessean showcases some statistics that prove you must play in the social world if you want [...]