Social Media, Blogging and the Job Search

We all know how social media is the "it" tool.  It helps market your business, spark the interest of current and future customers, provide training and education and of course, help you network and find jobs.  It was through a LinkedIn group and Facebook that I was introduced to Louise Edington. We have never met as we both live on opposite sides of the country but we have found through social media that we have a lot in common. First of all, we are both moms and we are both run businesses.

Louise uses Facebook for her business and always poses the most interesting questions.  The responses from her fans are interesting as well and the conversation never stops. One thing that Louise does is feature a "Fan of the Week". She chooses the fan based upon the number of "Likes" and responses they provide to her Facebook queries.  Clever, I'd say. People like to be recognized and they like to see their responses acknowledged and their questions answered. Louise featured me on her blog, Lou Loves Learning.  Her blog is very cool.
 
The same can be said for using social media for your job search.  Use it wisely by:
1. Completing/updating your profile
2. Asking questions
3. Answering questions
4. Joining groups
5. Using key words to describe what you do

Take a tutorial to find out how to use social media to help you in your job search. Look at the training provided by the site or go to your local library for help. Whatever you do, jump in!