using the internet and social networking in your job search
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http://www.ClearedJobs.Net This version of Using the Internet and Social Networking in Your Job Search is presented at military transition classes. For more information on Cleared Job Fairs, visit: http://www.ClearedJobs.Net/cleared-jobfairsTRANSCRIPT
Using the Internet and
Social Networking in Your Job
Search
What are we doing today?
• Tips on your job search
• Career Sites a/k/a Job Boards
• Social Networks
Networking is #1
Social networks
expand your reach
Have Goals, a Strategy and Target Employers
Accomplishments
Not
Responsibilities
Learn from others who have already transitioned.
Learn the language and terminology of the civilian field that interests you.
Apply for jobs only when
you meet at least 80% of the job requirements.
Professionalize your job search
• Professional email address: name + numbers not [email protected]
• Professional outgoing message on cell phone
Career Site aka Job Board
As generic as Monster or as specialized as ClearedJobs.Net
Free for job seekers, paid for by employers
Clearance Level?
Relevant Keywords?
Where are they hiring?
Who is Hiring?
What positions match your skills?
Start with a wide search and then narrow down.
Search with clearance levels lower than your current clearance.
Register on Target Company Sites
Refresh
Log in to sites where you’ve registered at least monthly to “refresh” your account.
Lets recruiters know you are still looking for a job.
Employee Referral Programs
Better hires > everyone wins
“More than 55 percent of our new employees come from referrals from existing employees.
Ensure that a new hire will fit in with our culture.”
Booz Allen Hamilton
1 in 7 Employee Referrals is Hired
1 in 100 General Candidates
is Hired JobVite 2013
Social Media
1. Networking
2. Reputational Tool
3. Great info source
What are hiring managers looking for on social media?
- Professional presentation
- Fit with company culture
CareerBuilder, 6/13
How social media helps job seekers
• Qualifications same as on resume
• Good comm skills / professional image
• Good feel for candidate’s personality
CareerBuilder 6/13
And hurts…
• Qualifications different from resume
• Poor communication skills
• Badmouth previous employer
Take control of
your online brand
Online Reputation Management
• Discover what is public – Google Yourself
• Do you need to change any info?
- Revise profile information
- Create a new presence, should you use a different version of your name?
- Request unflattering content be removed
• Check and re-check privacy settings
Check Images as well
Set up a Google Alert for target companies and to monitor mentions of your name.
Consider setting up a Google profile if you need a more robust online presence.
Solidify Your Online Brand
• Use the same name on all sites, on your resume, cover letter, job applications, email address, email signature, etc.
• Use similar biographic info
• Use the same photo on all sites
• Link your profiles across social media platforms, for example include LinkedIn profile on Facebook profile
What can you do on
•Create profile, upload public resume
•Find contacts and make connections
•Join (or create) groups and network
•Search for jobs
•Research and follow companies
•Provide status updates and share information – showcase your talent to potential employers
Do NOT put your clearance on your LinkedIn profile
LinkedIn Connections3 Degrees of Separation
Customize professional headline for what you aspire to.
Picture in professional attire
Headline describes what you’re looking for
Contact info is complete
What is a “good” LinkedIn profile?
• Summary is a more robust version of your elevator speech – do NOT paste your resume in this section. White space and bullets not paragraphs!
• Experience include key accomplishments and how you impacted the organization
• Complete Volunteer Experience & Causes, Certifications, Education, Skills, etc.
A Complete Profile
Get and give Strategic Rec’s
You accept the recommendation and control whether it’s visible
• Post articles or info
• Comment or respond to posted items
• Gather info
• Network!
LinkedIn Groups
Search Target Companies
Endorsements
Personalize your invitations to connect
Review the LinkedIn profile of an interviewer(s) before you meet them
1. Complete profile including keywords, skills and picture in professional attire
2. Build network by connecting with personalized invitations
3. Join relevant groups and participate
4. Get/give strategic recommendations
5. Research and follow companies; find individuals to help your job search
5 Things You Must Do
News no longer breaks, it tweets.
140 Character news and information feed / email alternative
Why
• Follow recruiters & target companies
• Job postings are tweeted
A Tweet
Profile
Company news, info and jobs
1. Follow/connect with companies you want to work for and their recruiters
2. Use relevant keywords in your profile
3. Establish yourself as a thought leader
3 Things to Do
You never know who might be able to help your job search.
1. Include work info on your profile
2. Follow your targeted employers
3. Let your friends know you’re looking for a job
4. Set up lists of people you share info with friends/others
Active Facebook User?
Not on Facebook?
1. Create a skeletal profile
2. Like/follow companies, organizations and government agencies you are targeting
Profiles, Groups, Discussions and more
www.TFCN.us
This is the best thing that could ever happen here and it is going to be a great networking roup for intelligence careers
www.TheIntelligenceCommunity.com
Over 100 Interviews with Defense Contracting Recruiters and HR Specialists
For your targeted
companies
• Research and follow on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.
• Connect with recruiters and other employees
Social networking isn’t over
after you land the job
Keep your network intact for the future!
Help Me Help You
Be clear when asking for help
Upcoming Cleared Job Fairs
Apr 3 – Springfield, Va
May 8 – Crystal City, Va
www.ClearedJobs.Net
Thanks for your service!