Social Media Profiles Serving as the New Resume

Many companies are focusing more and more on their social media presence these days. With that being said, looking for new employees to already have great social media reputation and professionalism is key. 

Time magazine recently reported that a Jobvite survey of over 1,000 companies found that 92% of employers said they will use or already use social media as a means of recruiting. They even seek out shared connections on social network sites and even message potential candidates directly.

Having a strong presence on social media can be an effective way for people to get noticed by companies, as hiring practices are moving away from emailed resumes and job board postings. 

The best way to get employers to even look at you in an online format is to make sure your name is a search magnet. If employers look you up online and can't find a single thing about you, your chances of getting the job, through social media or not, are less likely.

Recommended ways of getting noticed online include:

• Maintaining blogs,
• Keeping active LinkedIn profiles
• Posting evidence of professional skills
• (YouTube video of an impressive speech)

So, when making posts on your Twitter and Facebook, make sure you are being aware of what you are writing, how you are writing, and who is able to see what you have written. Hopefully you already have nothing to worry about and can use your social media profiles in a more professional manner.