Tips for Finding a Job Online
- LinkedIn, a business networking site, has more than 50 million professionals who use it worldwide, according to its website. LinkedIn as an electronic version of networking. With LinkedIn, you can search for jobs using its job search function, but this is just the beginning of what you can do to find a job.
Linkedin lets you establish linking or connections with other members by inviting them to connect. When they accept your invitation to connect, you can contact them directly. You can contact your connections and make them aware of your job search. Ask them to contact people they know to help you find the job you are seeking.
Become active in several LinkedIn groups related to your career. These groups provide a way to connect with others related to your job. From group connections, you may be able to find a job. Search LinkedIn for people who work at the company in which you want to be employed. Check whether any of your contacts have contacts within your targeted company to help you become establish a direct line of communication with your prospective employer. - Google has a search function called "Google Alerts." Once you conduct a search, you can set up that search to occur automatically and you can be notified by email anytime new search results appear. The website Job Hunt suggests that you set up alerts to check sites for the type of job you want. The second a job is posted, you will be immediately notified. Instant notification allows you to one of the first people to respond.
- In 2008, Nielsen Online estimated that Twitter attracted nearly 14 million visitors in the U.S. Twitter can be used as part of a job hunt, according to Online College. In using Twitter, use your real name and search for opportunities on Twitter. Keep a copy of your resume on line and you can link from Twitter. Follow the companies you are interested in because many will automatically follow you back. Look for Twitter company accounts that post jobs.
- Set up a business page on your Facebook account, the website Social Media Examiner recommends. Share information that would be of interest to an employer. A potential employer would be interested in a photo of you and succinct description of your background and skills. Write the description from the perspective of what you can do or have done for employers.
- Monster, a major job posting web site, provides more than just job openings. You will find a comprehensive job-search advice section there, including interview questions and suggested answers.
- Pongo is focused on giving you tools and information to help you with your job search. Some of the tools and information is has includes a resume builder, resume template, and answers to commonly asked questions you could be asked at an interview.