There's an App for That...

JOB HUNTING! 


Yes, there is actually a way to find a job on social media! While looking for an article on Mashable to write about tonight, I came across this one. The list is short, but it is interesting how the author of the article thought about using the social media platforms. It's pretty cool!

It really hit me and made me have to think...

What would I be trying to do at this point if I didn't have a job lined up for after graduation? (For those who don't know, I'm going to work for an insurance company in Arizona) 
Would I be using social media at this time? 

The author observes 5 popular platforms and how to use them to land a job:

1. Twitter- You can follow lots of different companies and people, and you can search specific hashtags such as #jobs or #hiring. You can then keep on tweeting. The more the merrier for some professions!
2. Facebook- Well, first get rid of those spring break pictures... Employers (and your friends) do not need an entire album with you on the beach with a margarita in every picture. Change your privacy settings and figure out also what those viewing your profile can see. Can only friends view your profile? Next, like the pages that you're interested in and edit your "professional skills" section on your profile. This is a lot like LinkedIn, so it's a cool idea.
3. LinkedIn- This can be your longer résumé. Résumés have to be less than a page, so increase your profile on LinkedIn to say what your résumé is missing. Review LinkedIn's jobs board and continue to connect with as many people that you know as possible. They may help you reach someone else. 
4. Tumblr- An account with lots of content can show what you are interested in. Employers might find you and determine that your interests are right for a job. You can also use Tumblr to search in the search bar for terms such as "hiring" and "jobs." 
5. Pinterest- I never thought to use Pinterest for anything but ideas for crafts and recipes that I will never actually complete, but the article actually tells you to "pin your résumé." There are some other helpful tips and links about using Pinterest to your advantage in the article.

Using social media to help you find a job is a great idea. Many companies are interested in employees with a large social footprint and proving yourself by finding the company on social media is a great way to show your worth and expertise.