If you aren't familiar with Twitter, it might be a good time to check it out. Many companies have a presence on Twitter and tweet about job openings. It is becoming more common for job seekers to find out about job openings and even apply for them through tweets. So, how do you use Twitter to find your new job? Here are some easy steps to get you started.
- Set up a Twitter account- Use a professional screen name. Most people chose to use their full professional name. If your name is taken, try adding a middle initial or add numbers to the end. You should make sure that you have a nice, professional looking head shot to use as your avatar. Don't try to personalize your background or make it flashy. Just keep it clean and professional.
- Turn your profile into an online resume- Don't just copy/paste your resume here, but use it as a guide to highlight your most important educational and job experiences. Be sure to not include your full address or your references. There will be time for submitting your actual resume later. This profile should work as an advertisement for you and your abilities.
- Follow everyone you can think of in your industry- Look for companies in your field and professional contacts to follow. When you search for someone, view their profile and click the link that says “Follow”, this will allow you to see when they post something new. When you are looking for corporate accounts to follow, always search to see if there is an HR account for the company. You will want to follow both accounts.
- Use services like Twitjobsearch- There are many Twitter hash tags and groups that are devoted to helping people find out about job openings. An internet search will quickly give you many Twitter groups you can follow to get job information. Keep in mind that there are thousands of people who are using these services, so if you see something interesting, you need to act fast.
Twitter can give you a more direct way to communicate with companies in your industry. Be careful that you keep all of your tweets professional and on topic. Chat, slang or shorthand should never, ever be a part of your professional Twitter use. When an employer looks at your account and sees things like “Wht R U up 2?” there is a good chance that they will keep looking right past you. Remember that everything you post on Twitter becomes public information. I know it has been said before, but it bears repeating: “Never Tweet about something you wouldn't want everyone to know”. Good luck and happy tweeting.
Have you used Twitter? What have your experiences been? Let me know in the comments.
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By Melissa Kennedy- Melissa is a 9 year blog veteran and a freelance writer, along with helping others find the job of their dreams, she enjoys computer geekery, raising a teenager, supporting her local library, writing about herself in the third person and working on her next novel.
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