The benefits of sharing on Twitter include actually helping you in your job search. Did you know that you can use Twitter as an effective tool for finding jobs and other employment opportunities?
You can use several methods to make this social media platform a convenient way of finding employment opportunities. When you know what to share on Twitter, you may be surprised at the rewards you can get in career growth and employment opportunities.
Here’s how you can make Twitter an online tool for finding possible employment.
Maximize Your Twitter Profile
The first thing you need to do is maximize your profile. You can create an online resume either in Visual CV or LinkedIn and then use the site field on your Twitter profile to link your employment history from LinkedIn or Visual CV to your Twitter account.
Use a Professional Name
If you plan to use your Twitter account solely for job searching, make sure that you are using a professional name. You can use your first initial and integrate it with your surname but don’t use account names like “SexyMitch” or “FootballFan181”. Names like these won’t get you anywhere.
Follow the Right Companies and People
Make it a point to follow companies you want to work for. This will allow you to learn more about the company and business matters related to that particular company. Plus, you can also use it as a platform to let them know of your interest in working with them.
Twitter has a special tool you can use in your job search known as TweetMyJobs. This particular application has received a lot of attention, particularly in the media related to business, because it provides companies with a new way of finding talent.
Boost Credibility and Branding
Use your tweets to boost your credibility and professional branding. You can let potential employers know about your specialization and how your skills and expertise can help or provide a significant contribution to a particular industry. Avoid pretending to be someone you’re not; instead, try to present yourself in a very knowledgeable and professional manner and let your experience speak for you. Try to be as creative as you can with your posts so you can attract the attention of others while keeping them relevant at the same time.
Use Hashtags
It is also helpful to use hashtags on your tweets. The formula is simple when using hashtags (#keyword). For instance, if you are interested in finding a job in the technology sector, you can create your tweets and a hashtag like #technology. This provides a good chance of being found by potential employers on Twitter searches.
Don’t Go Overboard
Lastly, avoid at all costs aggressively following a potential employer or a particular individual related to your field. Try to keep perspective and avoid pestering your potential employers. Be selective with whom you want to affiliate yourself, and never add more than twenty follows each day.
Twitter can be a wonderful platform for a productive job search. Just learn the proper etiquette and rules for tweeting, and you will be surprised at how it can make your job hunting more efficient and fruitful.
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