The document discusses using social networking sites like LinkedIn strategically to advance one's career. It emphasizes building professional relationships, maintaining an up-to-date profile with relevant keywords, and engaging with industry groups and contacts. While personal social media can also provide benefits, the document stresses behaving carefully online and maintaining a positive "social thumbprint" since digital information lives on permanently.

1. Rethinking Social Networking
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2. wise sharing.
Social Networking for your Future
Positioning Your Social Thumbprint to Land Your Dream Job
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3. yawn.
changing times. new approach.
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4. same rules. different playing field.
Be Transparent. Be Authentic. Be Consistent.
but most importantly…..
differentiate.
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5. how…...
1000s of job boards, social networking sites…where to begin?
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6. relationships are key.
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7. not just for business networking.
Largest professional social
network
Over 90 million members
200 Countries
80% of hiring managers looking
for talent.
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8. why you need to be there.
Setting yourself apart from competition.
Access the “hidden” job market.
Industry groups
Showcase your experience
Advanced search features.
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9. what about you needs to be there.
Make sure to fill it out 100%
Use Keywords
Use 3rd Party Apps
Maintain and Update Frequently
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10. who to connect with.
(networking)
Professors
Family
Classmates
Colleagues
Reconnecting with those
you’ve met in person.
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11. the do’s and (don’ts).
DO…Check in frequently and
update your info.
DO…Utilize the “People You
May Know” box
DO…Keep track of the “Who’s
Viewed Your Profile?” Feature
DO…Respond to requests to
connect promptly.
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12. the (don’ts).
Don’t use to socially climb..
Don’t join groups and not participate.
Don’t be afraid to ask for recommendations.
Don’t be unSOCIAL. Connect to Engage.
network before you have to..relationships are key.
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13. on a personal note..
what about other social networking sites…
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14. Personal does effect professional..
“Loose tweets sink fleets”
think before you share.
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15. twitter can help though....
Find Influencers
Connect with other
Professionals
Learn from Key Industry
Thinkers
Conversation and Relationship
Building.
the “r” word comes up a lot (relationships), eh?
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16. and the “book” Facebook that is....
one word. behave.
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17. nothing is ever that private ….
Companies are savvy.
Recruiters are even
savvier.
what you share is always there..….social thumbprint
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18. dynamic..digital CV
PAINT a pretty picture..
Traditional with Flair
Incorporate Design Elements
Creative and Cohesive
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19. dynamic..digital CV
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20. dynamic..digital CV
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21. dynamic..digital CV
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22. be creative. not naïve.
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