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Podcast #3: Social Media for Job Searching

posted on 10/19/09 by Meghan Wilker

In our third podcast we talk about some ways to think about social media for job searching. It's more exciting than it sounds! (Not really, but just go with it.)

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Overview

Think about three things:

1. Using social media (blogs, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.) as ways to generate content about yourself that exposes your smart, savvy brain to potential employers (or people that could help you find potential employers).

2. Using social media to build and expand your network. Find and reach people in your industry that you previously would have had no access to. (Like, on Twitter: follow hashtags for events that are attended by the people you are trying to reach. I mentioned #mimasummit as an example.)

3. Do your homework! You now have NO EXCUSE for showing up to an interview not knowing about the company and the work they do. Set yourself apart from a field of applicants by knowing, and caring, about the organization you're interviewing with.

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(1) On October 19, 2009, Author Editor Christina Dulitz says:
Mostly common sense tips, but a good reminder!
(2) On October 19, 2009, Author Editor Nancy Lyons says:
That's what we're here for -- common sense. You're a geek girl, Christina. I'd expect you'd know this stuff. But you'd be surprised at how many people don't and are afraid to speak up. I'm fine with stating the obvious if it means we get more of the resistant folks playing with the tools and seeing results. Thanks for listening!
(3) On October 19, 2009, Author Editor Ann Titus says:
Thanks, Nancy and Meghan, for another great podcast and for kicking my ass about not using Twitter more. You dudettes rock.
(4) On October 19, 2009, Author Editor Florence says:
Is your podcast available on iTunes so that I can be lazy and synch it along with my other podcasts? Is there a trick to searching for it in the Store?
(5) On October 20, 2009, Author Editor Meghan Wilker says:
Florence:

We are working on getting it into the iTunes store. #1 we have to get our butts in gear and record more often and #2 we need to create a custom feed for iTunes that contains the data they need. I'm workin' on it!
(6) On December 30, 2009, Author Editor George F. Franks, III says:
Great podcast. Really good stuff. Thank you!
Although I am not a geek or a girl, I value your experience, views and insights.