1. Wide Web of Opportunities An introduction to online networking, job searches, and lead generation

2. Yours Truly.. Name: Cecelia Anastasiadis Hometown: Austin, TX Current Employer: SwervePoint (www.swervepoint.com) Alma Mater: University of Texas at Austin Degree: B.S. in Advertising (Communications) This is my online Gravatar. I created it on Nike.com when I signed up for their online training program. I use it for many of my online profiles where I may not be comfortable sharing an actual photo.

3. Experience & Online Presence Social Media Consultant for the Beverly Chamber of Commerce Social Media Coordinator for the Boston Irish Wolfhounds Rugby Team Listed on the Top 400 Tweeters in Massachusetts Twitter (http://twitter.com/workingreekgirl) WorkinGreekGirlBlog (http://workingreekgirl.wordpress.com/) LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/in/ceceliaanastasiadis) Facebook, Myspace, Digg, Facebook Fan page

4. Overview Online Tool Stats Online Networking Online Job & Volunteer Search Tools Online Resume and Business Card Tools Online Application Etiquette & Tips

5. The Stats and Facts Chris Kieff, the director of marketing at Ripple6, wrote that he was hired through Twitter. A June Jump Start Social Media survey of 100 hiring managers at small, mid-size and large companies found 75 % go to LinkedIn to research job candidates before making a job offer, while 48% check out Facebook and 26% go to Twitter. When asked where they find talent for job openings, 66% said LinkedIn, 23% said Facebook and 16% said Twitter. Another survey of more than 450 employers found that 53% used social networking sites to research job candidates, while 12% plan to do so. Half of the employers said they had found content on social networking sites that caused them to hire the candidate. The top reasons were: Profile substantiated candidate’s professional qualifications – (61%) Candidate displayed good communication skills – (41%) Candidate seemed well-rounded – (37%) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIrC2ZzJToA

7. Use interesting language in bios

8. Build connections, import contacts, and get recommendations

9. Include educational background and professional experience

11. Request an introduction

14. Facebook Apps: Career Builder, CareerJournal, CBCampus Career Link, Indeed, etc.

15. Emailed relevant job alerts

16. Search Tool Widgets: pluginsfor Firefox and for your Google Desktop and Toolbar, LinkedIn’s JobInsider

19. Email your resume and cover letter, but be sure to follow up with a phone call and be sure to be professional in your email.

20. Email Signature - Create an email signature with a link to your LinkedIn Profile.

21. Spell check your profile and resume! Use appropriate and generic fonts.

23. Congratulations and good luck! Staying positive is absolutely the most important thing. Looking for a job can be fun! Showcasing your talents on paper daily should be a positive experience. Employers can smell sincere enthusiasm so make sure to keep your attitude and energy in the good places. Cecelia Anastasiadis e-Business Consultant 512-751-6768 m.ceceliaa@gmail.com