News :Using Social Media to Find a Job

Posted on Monday, December 28, 2009

Social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn are more popular than ever before.  They are more than just a forum to connect with friends and family. They are also an excellent way to interact with people on a professional level, particularly when it comes to searching for employment. In fact, social networking sites now generate more Internet activity than personal e-mail.

More and more companies and businesses, including Maxim Healthcare Services, are using social networking sites to broadcast their respective brand or message.  They are even using these sites to post job opportunities and to establish connections with potential candidates or clients. 

According to a recent article on DMNews.com, social networks enable all parties involved to better search for and reach their target.  Some popular tactics for connecting with businesses and potential employers on social networking sites include:

Searching For Companies on Social Networking Sites:  Companies like Maxim Healthcare Services broadcast hot jobs and career tips on Facebook and Twitter. It’s also a great way for you, the candidate, to learn more about the company and its respective service lines.

Creating Separate Personal and Professional Accounts: You may have your personal page on a social media site to connect with friends or family, but you should also add a professional account if you are looking for employment.  This will allow you to highlight all of your professional achievements and work experience.  It is also recommended that you tailor the URL to your professional account specifically to you.  This will allow you to market this page to a potential employer.

Joining In Conversation:  Most social networking sites are amazing resources that let you connect with people you don’t already know.   The same applies when looking for work.   Ask your current connections about jobs or career opportunities.  This can be done through your status updates. 

Maxim Healthcare Services is proud to have a presence on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.  There you will find career opportunities, valuable information about the company, and other helpful resources.