Stuart Crawford from Bulletproof InfoTech shares his insights on social media and social networking for those who are searching for a new career, new job or simply just want to make a change.
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1. Can Social Networking Aid In Job Hunting?
Stuart R. Crawford
Bulletproof InfoTech [email protected]
403.206.2233
2. Dont forget the basics
Knowledge of self is key
Dont shoot everything that moves
Dont settle for what you think you can get
Articulate soft skills and work achievements
Master this first, then try new things
3. Know how to hunt
60 to 70% of jobs are found via:
Networking
Career marketing
Delivering value to those in need
Only 15 to 20% of jobs are found through ads
Manage your time, focus on relationships
Remember, you are in sales the business of selling you
Creating a memorable and positive impact with every
interaction
4. Something to remember
Its not who you know, it is who knows you
Every person has a circle of influence of about 250 people
How do you tap into this valuable resource?
Know, Like, Trust
Resumes, need not attend
Have a plan
5. If you dont know where youre going, any road will lead you
there
6. So.What does Social Media have to do with this?
7. Welcome to Social Media
What is Social Media?
Are you ready for Social Media?
Is the job market ready for Social Media?
The Pace of Change
Are you able to keep up?
Where do you start?
Are you feeling just a bit overwelmed?
8. Why is Social Media important?
Why is Social Media so important?
Why is Social Media so important right now?
The evolution of the work force