“Get a Job!” Event Recap

Tracy — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:14:54 +0000

If you were unable to attend the “Get a Job!” event on January 21st, you can still get all of the valuable information covered in the presentation below. Kristin Kane of Kane Partners Staffing Solutions presented the “Top 10 Interviewing Mistakes of 2009″ and explained how to use social media to land a job. About 70% of jobs are found through networking, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and nearly half of all employers use social media sites to research potential candidates—so it’s absolutely crucial to establish an online presence. The videos below will explain how to set up a Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook profile, and give you the inside scoop on how to utilize them in your job search. You’ll also find information on how to craft a video résumé along with a sample, and the “do’s” and “don’ts” regarding social media etiquette.

Top 10 Interview Mistakes of 2009

By evaluating interviews first hand, Kane Partners put together a list of the most common mistakes job seekers make. Find out what they are, and how to avoid them so you can start fresh in 2010!

How to Use Facebook to Find a Job

Facebook gives you the ability to reconnect with friends from years ago—an old friend from high school may have a job at a company where you want to work, or may know someone who can connect you with the company. Additionally, Facebook can be used as a research tool to find out about events and opportunities at companies where you are interested in working.

How to Use Twitter to Find a Job

Helpful resources to remember:

Hashtags (#) enable you to create a common topic or subject:

Visit hastags.org or whatthetrend.com to see what’s trending
Search your JOB Keywords like #sales, #accounting, #admin, etc.
Create a list of hastags to search for new tweets like #jobs

Video by: Animated Explanations

How to Use LinkedIn to Find a Job

LinkedIn Tips to Maximize Your Success:

Complete your profile
Upload a professional photo
Join groups (Up to 50)
Link to other sites
Do not use a connections name without permission!
Upload your résumé to your profile
Customize your profile link
Research companies/interviewers
Search jobs (LinkedIn only jobs)

Video by: Animated Explanations

Sample Video Résumé

A video résumé is an excellent way to promote yourself to a potential employer. Generally, this is the BEST medium if you have an outgoing and lively personality. Depending on your needs, it can either be generic or targeted to a specific company. By including a link to your video résumé on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, emails, etc., potential employers will have a sneak peak at what you have to offer.

Here’s a look at how you can share your video résumé via social media:

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Suggested Format for your Video Résumé:

Short (30 seconds)
Have a professional introduction
Pull key information that sets you apart
Invite viewers to connect
Professional quality is recommended as opposed to homemade

Video by: Branded Video

Social Media Etiquette

Only ask for a COMPANY introduction for a specific job – IF you are a true match
Don’t limit what you are asking for: Try to get some piece of information
Do not go around a contact or use their name without permission
Offer and give in order to GET!
Be positive, professional, and helpful

Reactions

After the presentation, participants at the “Get a Job!” event had a chance to meet with social media experts, interviewers, and job experts to get one-on-one feedback.

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