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Using Social Media to Improve Your Job Search

We all know that social media is the number 1 tool for job searching these days, but how can you use it to your advantage?

This infographic by Gumtree explains more. How has social media helped your job search?

Takeaways:

  • 50% of employers said that social media gives them a good feel for a candidate’s personality.
  • Ask former bosses for recommendations on LinkedIn – it may help you get hired.
  • Having a Google+ profile will help with your ranking in Google.

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