The Importance of Your Online Presence (Social Media)
There used to be a time when social media was strictly used for social networking with friends, family, college colleagues, and for fun and games. However, because the internet continues to evolve, social media has crossed over into the professional setting. It’s not only changed the way we search for jobs but also the way employers seek out and vet potential employees. Of course LinkedIn is the touchstone of all things professional and job-like but now we see other platforms hurrying to step in line. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media platforms are evolving to keep up with LinkedIn and allowing employers to search for candidates there as well. Although that profile pic of you doing a keg stand is impressive to your friends your future employer may not think so. Maybe it’s time to revamp your social media pages. But don’t worry, we won’t leave you in the dark on this one…
