Social media is now a critical part of the way people in most walks of life communicate and a key part of how work gets done — from corporations to government.
Social media allows you to do at least four important things:
- Discover new ideas and trends.
- Connect with existing and new audiences in deeper ways
- Bring attention and traffic to your work.
- Build, craft and enhance your brand.
How can social media help your career?
Here are 6 smart ways to make the best out of social media and grow your career.
- Create a professional profile. …
- Use social media to showcase your expertise. …
- Take part in online job platforms. …
- Interact with like-minded people. …
- Learn through new insights. …
- Curate content focused on your skills and expertise.
What social media should you not do when looking for a job?
Looking Like a Bad Worker. Make sure you represent your best self on any social network. …
- Turning Off Social Media. …
- Forgetting to Proofread. …
- Having a Split Personality. …
- Inconsistency. …
- Poor Communication. …
- Complaints about Your Current Job. …
- Being Negative.
Do employers use social media hiring process?
It could cost you your current job or job opportunities in the future. According to a 2018 CareerBuilder survey, 70 percent of employers use social media to screen candidates during the hiring process, and about 43 percent of employers use social media to check on current employees. This is up significantly from 60 percent last year and 11 percent in 2006.
How can social media help you?
7 Ways Social Media Marketing Can Help Grow Your Business
- Social media helps get the word out. …
- Social media is popular — really, really, popular. …
- Social media is cost-effective. …
- Social media reaches all ages and demographics. …
- Social media encourages two-way communication. …
- Social media users are active. …
- Social media lets you share A LOT about your business.
