The document provides guidance on using social media and other online resources to find passive job candidates. It discusses searching profiles on Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, LinkedIn, blogs, mailing lists and more to build employer brands, gain trust and find additional details on prospective candidates without active recruiting. Specific search techniques are outlined for each platform.
This document provides an overview and guide for using LinkedIn for business purposes. It discusses setting up a LinkedIn business page and optimizing the page for search engines and traffic. It also covers using LinkedIn tools for business such as adding products, recruitment, contact building, events, and analytics. Additional sections provide guidance on using LinkedIn for brand building, interaction tools like groups, and driving traffic to an external website. The document is intended as a step-by-step guide for businesses to maximize their use of LinkedIn.
This document provides tips for smart surfing to find your next job using the internet and social media. It recommends having multiple email accounts, a marketing plan, and a kick-ass resume. It also suggests using online databases and job aggregator sites to find opportunities and creating a LinkedIn profile to build your professional network. Regular blogging about your industry can help position yourself as an expert and serve as an ongoing resume.
The document provides an overview of topics covered in Week 5 of a Digital Literacy course, including the internet, searching the internet, and communicating over the internet. Some key points covered are network basics, evaluating information sources, using search engines and keywords, assessing website reliability, and features of email like attachments and automatic replies. Common web browsers, domain names, and digital tools for career advancement are also mentioned.
This document summarizes a presentation about using LinkedIn as a business networking tool. It discusses how LinkedIn has over 120 million users and is growing rapidly. It provides tips on creating a complete profile to be more visible to recruiters and search engines. The presentation also covers new features like skills, groups, and signals that can help expand a user's network and find potential customers.
This document summarizes a presentation about using LinkedIn as a business networking tool. It discusses how LinkedIn has over 120 million users and is growing rapidly. It provides tips on creating a complete profile to be more visible to recruiters and search engines. The presentation also covers new features like skills, groups, and signals that can help expand a user's network and find potential customers.
C:\Fakepath\Leveraging Technology For Your Job Searchagroganagain
The document provides guidance on leveraging technology and social media for job searching. It emphasizes that technology and business practices are constantly changing due to technological evolution. It encourages exploring free internet resources like blogs, wikis and social networks to research companies and careers, learn new skills, build professional connections, and stay updated on trends. Specifically, it recommends setting up a LinkedIn profile to showcase qualifications and expand one's professional network, which is important for opportunities like job recommendations and recruiters' attention.
The document provides statistics on the usage and growth of major social media platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube. It then offers tips for effectively using social networks for business purposes, including listening more than talking, making referrals, networking with the right people, and following up. Finally, it proposes goals and content strategies for a social media campaign to promote a company called Hamilton Parker, focusing on target markets, recommendations, group joining, and profile customization.
The document provides guidance on using social media and other online resources to find passive job candidates. It discusses searching profiles on Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, LinkedIn, blogs, mailing lists and more to build employer brands, gain trust and find additional details on prospective candidates without active recruiting. Specific search techniques are outlined for each platform.
This document provides an overview and guide for using LinkedIn for business purposes. It discusses setting up a LinkedIn business page and optimizing the page for search engines and traffic. It also covers using LinkedIn tools for business such as adding products, recruitment, contact building, events, and analytics. Additional sections provide guidance on using LinkedIn for brand building, interaction tools like groups, and driving traffic to an external website. The document is intended as a step-by-step guide for businesses to maximize their use of LinkedIn.
This document provides tips for smart surfing to find your next job using the internet and social media. It recommends having multiple email accounts, a marketing plan, and a kick-ass resume. It also suggests using online databases and job aggregator sites to find opportunities and creating a LinkedIn profile to build your professional network. Regular blogging about your industry can help position yourself as an expert and serve as an ongoing resume.
The document provides an overview of topics covered in Week 5 of a Digital Literacy course, including the internet, searching the internet, and communicating over the internet. Some key points covered are network basics, evaluating information sources, using search engines and keywords, assessing website reliability, and features of email like attachments and automatic replies. Common web browsers, domain names, and digital tools for career advancement are also mentioned.
This document summarizes a presentation about using LinkedIn as a business networking tool. It discusses how LinkedIn has over 120 million users and is growing rapidly. It provides tips on creating a complete profile to be more visible to recruiters and search engines. The presentation also covers new features like skills, groups, and signals that can help expand a user's network and find potential customers.
This document summarizes a presentation about using LinkedIn as a business networking tool. It discusses how LinkedIn has over 120 million users and is growing rapidly. It provides tips on creating a complete profile to be more visible to recruiters and search engines. The presentation also covers new features like skills, groups, and signals that can help expand a user's network and find potential customers.
C:\Fakepath\Leveraging Technology For Your Job Searchagroganagain
The document provides guidance on leveraging technology and social media for job searching. It emphasizes that technology and business practices are constantly changing due to technological evolution. It encourages exploring free internet resources like blogs, wikis and social networks to research companies and careers, learn new skills, build professional connections, and stay updated on trends. Specifically, it recommends setting up a LinkedIn profile to showcase qualifications and expand one's professional network, which is important for opportunities like job recommendations and recruiters' attention.
The document provides statistics on the usage and growth of major social media platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube. It then offers tips for effectively using social networks for business purposes, including listening more than talking, making referrals, networking with the right people, and following up. Finally, it proposes goals and content strategies for a social media campaign to promote a company called Hamilton Parker, focusing on target markets, recommendations, group joining, and profile customization.
The document provides an overview of an effective networking and volunteering plan to help with job searching. It includes steps such as obtaining business cards, expanding professional and social networks through websites like LinkedIn and Meetup, volunteering strategically, learning about the hidden job market where most jobs are found, focusing the search on specific industries, companies and contacts, and practicing elevator pitches. Key advice is to allocate most effort towards tapping hidden opportunities through contacts rather than advertised jobs.
Facebook started in 2004 as a social network for college students and has since expanded globally. It is the most popular social media site with over 500 million active users who spend over 700 billion minutes per month on the site. Facebook allows businesses to create pages and groups to promote their brand, connect with customers, and gain exposure to both registered and unregistered users. It provides analytics to understand audiences and offers advertising options to reach new customers.
The document provides tips for using social media, particularly LinkedIn, in a job search. It recommends completing a detailed LinkedIn profile, connecting with contacts from previous jobs and schools, joining relevant industry groups, researching target companies and contacting employees, and monitoring one's online reputation through tools like Google Alerts. Employers are increasingly using social media to screen candidates, so an online presence that highlights skills and experience is important for visibility and opportunities.
The document summarizes the results of usability tests conducted on content standards for government websites. Eleven standards were tested with 11 participants from varied backgrounds. Key findings include:
- Participants expected .gov URLs and agency names to indicate official government sites.
- Preferred labels for common elements like search, contact, and FOIA emphasized clarity over acronyms.
- Locations of common elements varied but top menus were popular.
- Dates on pages should indicate when content was last updated to show current information.
This document provides instructions for real estate agents to get started and maximize their use of LinkedIn for business networking. It discusses setting up a LinkedIn profile, building connections with people in your network, joining groups, asking and answering questions, providing and requesting recommendations, making introductions, and keeping your status updated. The goal is to use LinkedIn to recruit agents, meet new clients, generate referrals, and further your real estate brand online.
This document provides guidance on using social media effectively. It discusses major social media platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and how each can be used for business purposes. The key aspects are engaging with customers and audiences, adding value through posts instead of sales pitches, and developing a content strategy. Success can be measured through various engagement metrics like followers, conversations and new leads. Managing social media requires regular updates and monitoring to build brands while avoiding risks from mistakes that could spread virally.
This document provides an overview of social media for manufacturers. It discusses what social media is, why manufacturers should use it, and popular social media channels. It then outlines a social media process for manufacturers, including claiming a presence, listening and learning, engaging, scheduling content, integrating social media into other marketing efforts, and evaluating results. Key points are that social media adoption has been slower for manufacturers but is growing, not every channel is needed, content and posting schedules can be planned in advance, and data should be used to measure social media's impact.
If you are an advisor, every day you’re not active on LinkedIn is a missed opportunity to connect with prospects, reinforce your value to clients, and build your credibility as a forward-looking investment expert.
The document discusses the benefits and features of using LinkedIn for social media marketing (SMM). It provides an overview of LinkedIn's key components like profiles, contacts, groups, status updates, and applications. It also covers tips for using these features to build relationships, brand awareness, and reputation through an online presence on LinkedIn. Potential threats to online reputation are also briefly discussed.
The document provides an overview of social media training for job seekers and recruiters. It discusses how job seeker behavior and the social media landscape have changed, with people spending more time on social platforms and accessing them constantly from mobile devices. It then covers specific platforms like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and their features. For each platform, it describes profiles, privacy settings, search, groups, and how to communicate and build networks. It emphasizes integrating social media into an overall strategy and being active on multiple networks to engage with candidates.
Using LinkedIn in your Job Search - 02/10 Versionjwenholz
LinkedIn is a useful tool for job seekers to find leads, research companies, build their professional network, and promote themselves. It allows users to connect with colleagues and classmates, find people at target companies, join groups in their industry, and build their reputation as a subject matter expert. LinkedIn profiles provide information to research companies and hiring managers as part of preparing for successful interviews.
LinkedIn is a professional network of over 50 million members that allows users to connect with colleagues, find jobs, and expand their professional network. Users can build complete profiles to showcase their skills and experience, search and apply for jobs directly on LinkedIn, and leverage their network to get referrals and introductions to help land opportunities. Maintaining an up-to-date LinkedIn profile increases a user's chances of receiving opportunities through the platform by showcasing their qualifications to recruiters and connections.
Social Media Basics for Business, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, & More by tekO...Mike Eldredg
May 11, 2011 - Mike Eldredge, president of tekOrange an Internet technology company located in Powell, Ohio presented tekOrange's seminar on Social Media for Small Business - Facebook, Twitter, Linked in an more. The seminar's focus was to educate small businesses about social media and its staggering reach across the world. The presentation provided information on main three venues - Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn as well as other sites which provide similar features.
The document discusses using social media and online tools for career searching and transitioning. It recommends setting up profiles on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook to connect with recruiters and find relevant industry information. It also suggests using video interviews on sites like YouTube to showcase your experience and background for potential employers. Government employees are now allowed to use these social networking tools for professional purposes.
Chadd Volunteer Leadership Training – Track 1CHADD, Inc.
This document provides a training on how to build a website using CHADD's administrative tools to promote volunteerism and meeting attendance. It covers topics like creating an "About Us" section, adding volunteer opportunities, listing meetings and events, including contact information, and uploading files. The training emphasizes making the site user-friendly, informative, and in line with CHADD policies by providing tips, examples, and recommendations for each section.
This document provides an overview and introduction to using LinkedIn, the professional social networking platform. It discusses:
- LinkedIn's growth to over 42 million users by June 2009 and representation of major companies and organizations.
- The benefits of using LinkedIn to expand your professional network and increase your visibility to recruiters and potential business partners.
- Steps for setting up your LinkedIn profile and providing important information to be found by others.
- Methods for finding and connecting with relevant contacts, including importing contacts and searching by name or keyword.
- Tools for managing your connections and privacy settings on LinkedIn.
The document provides information and resources for job hunting on the web, including helpful websites, tools for organizing searches, researching careers and employers, finding job listings, networking online, preparing resumes and interviews. Key recommendations are to use sites like LinkedIn and Twitter to expand networks, search niche job boards for specific opportunities, and leverage library resources for career exploration and practice.
This class will provide participants an overview of how to use the Internet to find employment. Topics will include using various job search engines, completing online application forms and posting resumes, and taking advantage of social networking websites for professionals.
The document provides guidance on conducting an effective job search using online resources. It outlines both benefits and drawbacks of online job searching. Key tips include organizing one's search, evaluating skills and interests, researching employers, utilizing job listing sites and tools, networking through sites like LinkedIn, and preparing for interviews. Resources mentioned include various career assessment and counseling tools available through the library.
The document provides an overview of an effective networking and volunteering plan to help with job searching. It includes steps such as obtaining business cards, expanding professional and social networks through websites like LinkedIn and Meetup, volunteering strategically, learning about the hidden job market where most jobs are found, focusing the search on specific industries, companies and contacts, and practicing elevator pitches. Key advice is to allocate most effort towards tapping hidden opportunities through contacts rather than advertised jobs.
Facebook started in 2004 as a social network for college students and has since expanded globally. It is the most popular social media site with over 500 million active users who spend over 700 billion minutes per month on the site. Facebook allows businesses to create pages and groups to promote their brand, connect with customers, and gain exposure to both registered and unregistered users. It provides analytics to understand audiences and offers advertising options to reach new customers.
The document provides tips for using social media, particularly LinkedIn, in a job search. It recommends completing a detailed LinkedIn profile, connecting with contacts from previous jobs and schools, joining relevant industry groups, researching target companies and contacting employees, and monitoring one's online reputation through tools like Google Alerts. Employers are increasingly using social media to screen candidates, so an online presence that highlights skills and experience is important for visibility and opportunities.
The document summarizes the results of usability tests conducted on content standards for government websites. Eleven standards were tested with 11 participants from varied backgrounds. Key findings include:
- Participants expected .gov URLs and agency names to indicate official government sites.
- Preferred labels for common elements like search, contact, and FOIA emphasized clarity over acronyms.
- Locations of common elements varied but top menus were popular.
- Dates on pages should indicate when content was last updated to show current information.
This document provides instructions for real estate agents to get started and maximize their use of LinkedIn for business networking. It discusses setting up a LinkedIn profile, building connections with people in your network, joining groups, asking and answering questions, providing and requesting recommendations, making introductions, and keeping your status updated. The goal is to use LinkedIn to recruit agents, meet new clients, generate referrals, and further your real estate brand online.
This document provides guidance on using social media effectively. It discusses major social media platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and how each can be used for business purposes. The key aspects are engaging with customers and audiences, adding value through posts instead of sales pitches, and developing a content strategy. Success can be measured through various engagement metrics like followers, conversations and new leads. Managing social media requires regular updates and monitoring to build brands while avoiding risks from mistakes that could spread virally.
This document provides an overview of social media for manufacturers. It discusses what social media is, why manufacturers should use it, and popular social media channels. It then outlines a social media process for manufacturers, including claiming a presence, listening and learning, engaging, scheduling content, integrating social media into other marketing efforts, and evaluating results. Key points are that social media adoption has been slower for manufacturers but is growing, not every channel is needed, content and posting schedules can be planned in advance, and data should be used to measure social media's impact.
If you are an advisor, every day you’re not active on LinkedIn is a missed opportunity to connect with prospects, reinforce your value to clients, and build your credibility as a forward-looking investment expert.
The document discusses the benefits and features of using LinkedIn for social media marketing (SMM). It provides an overview of LinkedIn's key components like profiles, contacts, groups, status updates, and applications. It also covers tips for using these features to build relationships, brand awareness, and reputation through an online presence on LinkedIn. Potential threats to online reputation are also briefly discussed.
The document provides an overview of social media training for job seekers and recruiters. It discusses how job seeker behavior and the social media landscape have changed, with people spending more time on social platforms and accessing them constantly from mobile devices. It then covers specific platforms like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and their features. For each platform, it describes profiles, privacy settings, search, groups, and how to communicate and build networks. It emphasizes integrating social media into an overall strategy and being active on multiple networks to engage with candidates.
Using LinkedIn in your Job Search - 02/10 Versionjwenholz
LinkedIn is a useful tool for job seekers to find leads, research companies, build their professional network, and promote themselves. It allows users to connect with colleagues and classmates, find people at target companies, join groups in their industry, and build their reputation as a subject matter expert. LinkedIn profiles provide information to research companies and hiring managers as part of preparing for successful interviews.
LinkedIn is a professional network of over 50 million members that allows users to connect with colleagues, find jobs, and expand their professional network. Users can build complete profiles to showcase their skills and experience, search and apply for jobs directly on LinkedIn, and leverage their network to get referrals and introductions to help land opportunities. Maintaining an up-to-date LinkedIn profile increases a user's chances of receiving opportunities through the platform by showcasing their qualifications to recruiters and connections.
Social Media Basics for Business, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, & More by tekO...Mike Eldredg
May 11, 2011 - Mike Eldredge, president of tekOrange an Internet technology company located in Powell, Ohio presented tekOrange's seminar on Social Media for Small Business - Facebook, Twitter, Linked in an more. The seminar's focus was to educate small businesses about social media and its staggering reach across the world. The presentation provided information on main three venues - Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn as well as other sites which provide similar features.
The document discusses using social media and online tools for career searching and transitioning. It recommends setting up profiles on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook to connect with recruiters and find relevant industry information. It also suggests using video interviews on sites like YouTube to showcase your experience and background for potential employers. Government employees are now allowed to use these social networking tools for professional purposes.
Chadd Volunteer Leadership Training – Track 1CHADD, Inc.
This document provides a training on how to build a website using CHADD's administrative tools to promote volunteerism and meeting attendance. It covers topics like creating an "About Us" section, adding volunteer opportunities, listing meetings and events, including contact information, and uploading files. The training emphasizes making the site user-friendly, informative, and in line with CHADD policies by providing tips, examples, and recommendations for each section.
This document provides an overview and introduction to using LinkedIn, the professional social networking platform. It discusses:
- LinkedIn's growth to over 42 million users by June 2009 and representation of major companies and organizations.
- The benefits of using LinkedIn to expand your professional network and increase your visibility to recruiters and potential business partners.
- Steps for setting up your LinkedIn profile and providing important information to be found by others.
- Methods for finding and connecting with relevant contacts, including importing contacts and searching by name or keyword.
- Tools for managing your connections and privacy settings on LinkedIn.
The document provides information and resources for job hunting on the web, including helpful websites, tools for organizing searches, researching careers and employers, finding job listings, networking online, preparing resumes and interviews. Key recommendations are to use sites like LinkedIn and Twitter to expand networks, search niche job boards for specific opportunities, and leverage library resources for career exploration and practice.
This class will provide participants an overview of how to use the Internet to find employment. Topics will include using various job search engines, completing online application forms and posting resumes, and taking advantage of social networking websites for professionals.
The document provides guidance on conducting an effective job search using online resources. It outlines both benefits and drawbacks of online job searching. Key tips include organizing one's search, evaluating skills and interests, researching employers, utilizing job listing sites and tools, networking through sites like LinkedIn, and preparing for interviews. Resources mentioned include various career assessment and counseling tools available through the library.
Library databases can help tap into the hidden job market by providing information on potential employers. The hidden job market consists of around 80% of jobs that are not publicly advertised but filled through employee referrals. Databases like ReferenceUSA allow users to identify target employers by location, industry, or size to research further and find hiring contacts. Other databases like LexisNexis and First Research provide company profiles and industry overviews. Additional library resources and online guides can aid the hidden job search process.
Learn where to focus your time for your online job search. We review the different types of job sites and look at alternate ways to find jobs on the web: mailing lists, social media
Discussion of some of the social media sites that can help you find jobs and build your network.
The document discusses resources for job seekers to use social networking sites like Twitter and LinkedIn to find jobs and networking opportunities. It provides tips on using advanced search functions on Twitter to search for job postings by location, industry, or keywords. Third-party websites and smartphone apps are described that can help filter Twitter for relevant job tweets. Traditional associations and directories are listed as networking resources, as well as modern sites like Meetup and LinkedIn where users can connect with others in their field.
The document discusses resources for job seekers to use social networking sites like Twitter and LinkedIn to find jobs and networking opportunities. It provides tips on using advanced search functions on Twitter to search for job postings by location, industry, or keywords. Third-party websites and smartphone apps are described that can help filter Twitter for relevant job tweets. Traditional associations and directories are listed as networking resources, as well as modern sites like Meetup and LinkedIn where users can connect with others in their field.
This document summarizes tools and resources for conducting an effective job search online. It discusses job listing sites, networking platforms like LinkedIn, resume builders, researching employers and salaries, and preparing for interviews. Key steps include deciding on a career path through self-assessment, exploring training options, finding potential employers through niche sites, connecting with contacts using online profiles, and practicing interview skills with video resources.
Optimizing Your Practice for Online VisibilityYo! Yo! SEO
An overview of search, SEO and social media for getting found - how to optimize and engage for online visibility. Presentation was delivered to SAC-CAMFT, an organization of marriage and family therapists.
This document provides guidance on effective job hunting strategies using online tools and resources. It outlines key steps in the job search process such as deciding on a career path, finding job openings, researching employers, networking, creating resumes and cover letters, and preparing for interviews. Useful websites are recommended throughout for career exploration, listing job openings, researching companies and salaries, online resume building, and practicing interview skills. Networking tactics like using professional social media sites and attending local career events are also emphasized.
This document discusses how employers can use social media and the internet to screen potential job candidates. It provides tips on searching candidates' profiles on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other sites to find more information about them. While this can help in the hiring process, the document also notes legal issues around discrimination if unsuitable information is found and used in deciding not to hire a candidate.
Presentation at the National Military Spouse Employment Summit to a great gathering of military spouses already doing a very hard job while they promote themselves in their careers.
The document summarizes a class on finding jobs online. It outlines things to remember when job searching like being flexible and persistent. It discusses strategies like self-assessment and networking. Internet resources for jobs are reviewed including employer sites, Monster, Indeed, CareerBuilder and LinkedIn. The class included an activity searching for the same job on different sites to compare results. It introduced JOBView, a tool for searching Texas and national job listings that can print, email or text job descriptions.
This document provides a step-by-step guide to conducting an effective job search. It recommends preparing by creating a core message about your skills and experience, researching target companies, and networking. It also recommends executing the plan by applying to relevant jobs, tracking applications and interviews, and following up regularly with your network. Key tactics include using LinkedIn to find contacts and hidden jobs, attending professional association events, and applying to jobs on Indeed, SimplyHired and Craigslist within 48 hours.
The document provides tips and advice for using social media in your job search. It discusses optimizing your LinkedIn profile, engaging on social media sites like Facebook and Twitter, and avoiding common mistakes like using too much industry jargon. The document encourages networking online and moving relationships to in-person interactions.
LinkedIn is a professional social media network used to connect with colleagues and find jobs. It has over 187 million members, with 2 new members joining every second. Users create profiles to share their work history and connect with current and former coworkers, customers, and classmates. Recruiters and hiring managers use LinkedIn to search for potential candidates by viewing their profiles and connections. Maintaining a complete profile with recommendations and connections can help users be found by recruiters actively searching on LinkedIn.
LinkedIn is a professional social media network used to connect with current and former colleagues, customers, and classmates. It has over 187 million members, with 2 new members joining every second. Users create profiles to share their work history and expertise in order to network and find new career opportunities. Recruiters frequently use LinkedIn to search for potential job candidates by viewing their profiles and level of engagement on the site.
How to Use the Internet & Social Media for Job SearchClearedJobs.Net
This is an update version of the popular Internet and Social Media for Job Search presentation which includes understanding where the Privacy controls are in many social media platforms
Similar to Advanced Social Networking: Library and Online Tools for Job Seekers (20)
Using YouTube, Pinterest, and Google+ for Job Searchbroegge
This last presentation in our series on using social media for job search covers YouTube, Pinterest, and Google+. Find out how you can create and promote video resumes. Use Pinterest to build online portfolios. Try Google+ for networking with colleagues.
Presented by Jackie Buck and Brooke Roegge on July 17, 2012. View this webinar on YouTube at http://youtu.be/IHgvutM9t6c
Research has shown that Facebook has great potential for connecting job seekers with jobs, but using Facebook for job seeking can be very tricky. In this presentation, learn how you can prepare your Facebook profile for job hunting, engage your network in your job search, and put your best foot forward on Facebook at all times. Get tips on backfilling your Timeline with accomplishments or creating custom lists. Find out how apps like BranchOut can help recruiters find you and engage your network in your job search. Understand how Facebook redistributes your online activity to your friends and the larger web so you can put your best foot forward at all times.
This presentation is also available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWqxQqG3R2I
Emerging Social Media for Job Seekers: Trends and Appsbroegge
Social media is quickly becoming an integral part of the job search. One recent survey by Jobvite found that 89% of employers expect to use social media when recruiting candidates. So as a job seeker, how can you stay on top of things? This presentation discusses anticipated social media trends for 2012 and how job seekers can use the newest social media tools to brand themselves, network, get organized, and display online portfolios. Tools covered include Pinterest, Google+, Path, Spool, SpringPad and more!
Co-presented by Jackie Buck and Brooke Roegge at the Job Seeker Counselor Conference in Brainerd, MN on March 27, 2012.
Introduction to Social Media for Job Counselorsbroegge
This document discusses how social media can help with job searching. It describes social media as online technologies that allow people to share opinions and experiences. LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook are mentioned as platforms that can help people find jobs by allowing them to follow companies, connect with contacts, and showcase their professional experience and qualifications to potential employers. The document provides tips on using each platform effectively for job searching purposes, such as regular posting and engagement to build an online presence and network.
Sharing collections in CONTENTdm's Project Clientbroegge
The document discusses how to share projects in CONTENTdm's Project Client across multiple computers. It involves setting up a shared network folder and creating a collection and shared project within CONTENTdm that resides in that folder. Other computers on the network can then import the shared project from that folder to collaborate on a collection without having to share the same computer.
Editing existing items in CONTENTdm's Project Clientbroegge
This document provides instructions for editing existing items in the CONTENTdm digital collection management system. It outlines the steps to:
1) Open an existing collection and select items for editing.
2) Click a tab to begin editing selected items' metadata fields directly or by opening individual items.
3) Save edits individually or in batches before uploading items for approval and re-indexing in the web interface.
Are you looking for a job? Have you tried Twitter? Thousands of jobs are being posted there each day! The first half of this presentation shows users how to find job postings on Twitter through their website, third-party websites and smartphone apps. The second half of the presentation offers tips for networking and professional branding with Twitter. (Best viewed with the slide notes. This presentation is also available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBVtyPWes-s)
This document provides an introduction to RSS feeds, including what RSS is, why users should use RSS feeds, and how to find and subscribe to RSS feeds. RSS (Really Simple Syndication) allows web content to be packaged and delivered to users through a feed reader. Using RSS feeds means content comes directly to the user, eliminating the need to check websites for updates. The document recommends identifying the RSS icon on websites and looking for feed links to find available RSS feeds. It also provides instructions for subscribing to feeds using a feed reader like Google Reader.
Procrastination is a common challenge that many individuals face when it comes to completing tasks and achieving goals. It can hinder productivity and lead to feelings of stress and frustration.
However, with the right strategies and mindset, it is possible to overcome procrastination and increase productivity.
In this article, we will explore the causes of procrastination, how to recognize the signs of procrastination in oneself, and effective strategies for overcoming procrastination and boosting productivity.
You may be stressed about revealing your cancer diagnosis to your child or children.
Children love stories and these often provide parents with a means of broaching tricky subjects and so the ‘The Secret Warrior’ book was especially written for CANSA TLC, by creative writer and social worker, Sally Ann Carter.
Find out more:
https://cansa.org.za/resources-to-help-share-a-parent-or-loved-ones-cancer-diagnosis-with-a-child/
Aggression - Applied Social Psychology - Psychology SuperNotesPsychoTech Services
A proprietary approach developed by bringing together the best of learning theories from Psychology, design principles from the world of visualization, and pedagogical methods from over a decade of training experience, that enables you to: Learn better, faster!
ProSocial Behaviour - Applied Social Psychology - Psychology SuperNotesPsychoTech Services
A proprietary approach developed by bringing together the best of learning theories from Psychology, design principles from the world of visualization, and pedagogical methods from over a decade of training experience, that enables you to: Learn better, faster!
As we navigate through the ebbs and flows of life, it is natural to experience moments of low motivation and dwindling passion for our goals.
However, it is important to remember that this is a common hurdle that can be overcome with the right strategies in place.
In this guide, we will explore ways to rekindle the fire within you and stay motivated towards your aspirations.
Understanding of Self - Applied Social Psychology - Psychology SuperNotesPsychoTech Services
A proprietary approach developed by bringing together the best of learning theories from Psychology, design principles from the world of visualization, and pedagogical methods from over a decade of training experience, that enables you to: Learn better, faster!
2. Introduction Who we are: Dru Frykberg, Senior Librarian Brooke Roegge, Digital Information Specialist What we do: Provide information and library services to staff and partners of the MN Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
3. Introduction What to expect: Introduction to library and online tools for social networking and job searching Familiarity with social networking not necessary, but preferred Outline: Elm4you.org for research and professional development Online tools for uncovering network opportunities Twitter as a job search tool New LinkedIn features
5. elm4you.org What is elm4you.org? ELM = Electronic Library of Minnesota A collection of databases available to all Minnesotans, free of charge. Access: Professional journals Newspaper articles E-Books Library catalogs
6. elm4you.org What can I use it for? Research Company profiles Help a job seeker find information on a specific issue Stay on top of current trends Set up an alert or RSS feed for articles on specific topics Request print materials from Minnesota libraries
7. elm4you.org Business Source Premier Scenario #1: You want to have the most recent articles related to employment issues and Facebook automatically sent to you Go to “Business” Then “Search Business Source Premier” “Choose database” option on homepage Type “Facebook employment” in search Click “Search History/Alerts” under the search box
8. elm4you.org Business Source Premier Scenario #1 continued: Click orange RSS icon in field that pops up Click “Sign in/Create New Account” Click “Create New Account” Fill in fields and save Fill in preferences (email vs. RSS, which databases, etc.) Save!
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30. elm4you.org Business Source Premier Other items of potential interest on a specific company: Industry profiles Newspaper articles Magazine articles
35. elm4you.org Newspaper articles Proquest: Scenario: Want to receive articles on the latest issues in social networking and employment Use Advanced Search Social networking (Citation and abstract) and employment (Citation and abstract) Click “Set up Alert” Set your preferences, enter your email and Save!
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57. Find Professional Associations Why associations? Networking opportunities: Meetings and events Discussion lists and online social networking groups Job boards and position announcements Volunteer and professional development opportunities Career and educational guidance
59. Find Professional Associations How to find associations Internet search engines Associations Unlimited (library database) ASAE Gateway to Associations Directory Occupational Outlook Handbook Meetup Groups
70. Find Professional Associations ASAE Gateway to Associations Directory http://www.asaecenter.org/Directories/AssociationSearch.cfm American Society of Association Executives Includes professional and trade associations
73. Find Professional Associations Occupational Outlook Handbook http://www.bls.gov/OCO Search for an occupation Find association information under “Sources of Additional Information”
81. Finding Jobs on Twitter Why look for jobs on Twitter?: Don’t have to register or put up resume Jobs appear on Twitter sooner than other major job sites Less spam in results Free
82. Finding Jobs on Twitter Five ways to find jobs on Twitter: Search using hash tags Use Twitter’s advanced search feature Leverage your network! Look for Twitter accounts that post jobs* Use a third-party website* *The companies and websites suggested in this presentation are provided only as examples. DEED does not endorse any of the following companies/websites.
83. Finding Jobs on Twitter Search for jobs via hash tags: #jobs or #job Add hash tag for career field of choice to narrow results! #job #tech #jobs #accounting #job #copywriting #temp #career or #careers See handout for more!
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96. Finding Jobs on Twitter Locate jobs through specific Twitter accounts: @jobangels Help others find a job! Minnesota based accounts: @MinnesotaWorks @mnjobs @MinnesotaJobsUS See handout for more ideas!
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121. Finding Jobs on Twitter Using a third-party website: http://twitterjobfinder.com Browse by job type or location Search by title or location Results more reliable than twitjobsearch.com, but harder to read
125. New LinkedIn Features New LinkedIn features SimplyHired’s Who Do I Know LinkedIn JobsInsider
126. New LinkedIn Features Power of LinkedIn Companies are using it to find and vet candidates Job boards and sites are collaborating with LinkedIn 65 million members from 200 countries (LinkedIn April 2010)
127. New LinkedIn Features How can job seekers leverage LinkedIn Connect with as many people you know and trust Find and join groups Use LinkedIn (update profile, make connections, solicit recommendations, provide recommendations)
128. New LinkedIn Features SimplyHired’s Who Do You Know Popular job search engine Embeds LinkedIn features Displays job openings with LinkedIn connections http://www.simplyhired.com
129. New LinkedIn Features Search SimplyHired for jobs. Then click on the “Who Do I Know” button.
132. New LinkedIn Features Job openings appear with your LinkedIn connections with ties to the employers.
133. New LinkedIn Features LinkedIn’s JobsInsider Browser toolbar application Allows easy access to LinkedIn Works with Monster, CareerBuilder, HotJobs, Vault, Dice to show job openings with your connections Download plugin to Internet Explorer or Firefox Access JobsInsider under “Tools” at http://www.linkedin.com
138. New LinkedIn Features A job listed on HotJobs shows a LinkedIn connection via JobsInsider.
139. New LinkedIn Features One of my LinkedIn connections is connected to someone working at the company.
140. New LinkedIn Features Group connections are also helpful. Someone from my alumni network is connected to a job I’m interested in.
141. New LinkedIn Features Wrap-up for counselors and job seekers Join LinkedIn Be an active LinkedIn member Experiment and share these tools Follow LinkedIn developments
142. Introduction Thank you! Please contact us with questions and comments: Dru Frykberg, dru.frykberg@state.mn.us Brooke Roegge, brooke.roegge@state.mn.us