Every one of us has to go through the melee of job searching methods. It is always advisable to consult someone who is expert in guiding you through the process of job searching. You can do this by reading the advice on writing a noticeable cover letter along with professional resume. However, this is just not enough. In today’s world, with the presence of various social media networking sites, you need to develop your digital ability to have a sound and well-formed social media presence.
Increase your presence on the social media, as it is no more just enough to browse company job boards for job openings and sending resume online. You need to be up-to-date and conversant at the social media sites. Your social activity can actually help you land a job. Make sure that your digital profile is complete and updated before you start searching for jobs. Following tweets and commenting on the people on the social networking sites you can actually boost your chances of landing a job.
LinkedIn, Facebook, Tweeter, Google+, and Yahoo groups are good social media sites to begin with. You should build your complete profile along with a good head shot. You should fill in all about your employment history, expertise, achievements, work volunteer or otherwise, and do not hesitate to blow your own trumpet. Connect with all known people (friends and relatives) as well as people from your own profession. Some companies also post their employment requirements on the sites that you can access only if you have an account. Facebook, Tweeter, and Google + are good to be in the circle of the professionals and companies that might be looking for talents like you.
You should read blogs and articles, answering the blog or questioning about something that you did not understand could be helpful in staying up in the circle as well as make you more noticeable. The social networking sites are helpful in broadcasting whatever you are doing such as consultation, writing, or description developer, designing etc. These sites are good to display your professional expertise and boost on your accomplishments by linking to work that has been online be it awards or articles and any similar achievement. Maintain your presence by commentating on the news in your line of work by posting comments.
Even after setting up your digital presence, you need to keep up with the latest developments and by way of commenting, blogging, etc. In the reality, that the recruiters make use of the social media to search talent is a well-known fact. So, staying and maintaining your digital footprints can help you being found by your prospective employer.
Mohit is a writer and business marketing manager at SubmitResume.in. SubmitResume is a job search engine that allows job seekers to upload resumes and employers free job postings.