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20 Social Media Employment Strategies

From Friend-Endorsed Job Apps to Social Job Search Stats

— April 30, 2015 — Social Good
Networking has always been a clever way to get yourself a job, and exploring social media employment strategies is a vital step in the process nowadays. Recruiters are constantly scouring LinkedIn profiles and companies are always examining applicants' Twitter accounts and Facebook pages to get a better picture of potential hires.

A millennial with an active online presence finds great opportunity on the Internet, and great disadvantage if he isn't careful to present a professional image. In this collection are a number of infographics that serve as great guides for best capturing your experiences and aptitudes, along with helpful tips to exercise the interactive side of various social media websites to your benefit.

Additionally, smartphone app creators have launched mobile platforms devoted to performing specific job searches, sharing contacts and making recommendations for friends. Those with particular skills in utilizing social media employment strategies could even land themselves positions in the online industry.
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Artistic Employment Initiatives
Artistic Employment Initiatives
Arts Thread Media Helps Inexperienced Youth Gain Work Experience
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Instantenous Job Interview Apps
Instantenous Job Interview Apps
'JobProx' Connects Recruiters with Candidates in the Same Area
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Social Media College Credits
Social Media College Credits
The Facebook Open Academy Offers College Credits in Exchange for Code
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Opportunity-Spotting Social Media Guides
Opportunity-Spotting Social Media Guides
The ‘Twitter Sales Leads’ Infographic Guides
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Scientific Social Media Sites
Scientific Social Media Sites
ResearchGate is the Facebook of Scientists All Around the World
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Modern Networking Job Graphics
Modern Networking Job Graphics
The 'Social Media Work Flow' Infographic Examines the Career Option
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Site-Savvy Job Searches
Site-Savvy Job Searches
Use LinkedIn for Paid Social Media Internships or Marketing Roles
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Friend-Endorsed Job Apps
Friend-Endorsed Job Apps
Hire My Friend Allows Job Hunters to Stay Anonymous
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Startup Networking Apps
Startup Networking Apps
Lunchcruit Builds Professional Connections Through Sit-Down Meals
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Standalone Job Search Apps
Standalone Job Search Apps
The LinkedIn Job Search App Focuses on Finding Employment Opportunities
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Online Science Portfolio Platforms
Online Science Portfolio Platforms
The ‘GradFly’ Platform Aims to Help Students Build
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Skill-Based Volunteer Networks
Skill-Based Volunteer Networks
Discover Volunteer Opportunities on LinkedIn's New Marketplace
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Galactic Social Networking Guides
Galactic Social Networking Guides
This LinkedIn Infographic is Full of Contact Mind Tricks
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Job-Landing Virtual Strategies
Job-Landing Virtual Strategies
This Infographic Offers Helpful Social Media Strategies
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Speedy Media Employment Charts
Speedy Media Employment Charts
Find Out How to Get a Job in Social Media in Just Five Minutes
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Motivating Mobile Job Applications
Motivating Mobile Job Applications
This Infographic Illustrates an Easy Application Process
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Online Resume-Improving Graphics
Online Resume-Improving Graphics
Improve Your LinkedIn Profile with This Infographic's 17 Tips
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Social Job Search Statistics
Social Job Search Statistics
Attract Recruiters with These Five Practical LinkedIn Profile Tips
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