What do you do if your online presence is jeopardizing your job search?

Start by conducting a thorough audit of your social media profiles and any public content associated with your name. Remove or edit any content that could be viewed negatively by potential employers, such as inappropriate photos, comments, or posts. Update your profiles to reflect a professional image, including a professional photo and a bio that highlights your skills and experiences relevant to your job search. Additionally, consider adjusting your privacy settings to control what is visible to the public. Engaging in positive online activities, like contributing to professional forums or writing articles related to your field, can also help improve your online presence.

If your online presence is affecting your job search, take proactive steps to clean up your digital footprint. Start by reviewing your social media profiles and removing any content that could be seen as unprofessional. Consider setting your profiles to private or adjusting your privacy settings to control who can see your posts. Additionally, create a professional LinkedIn profile to showcase your skills and experience. You can also work on building a positive online presence by sharing relevant industry content and engaging in professional discussions. Lastly, consider seeking guidance from a career counselor or professional to further refine your online image.

Step back and evaluate how you've been interacting online and what you've been posting. Is it what you want to portray? Is it "on brand"? If not, delete posts, remove tags, offer a "pivot" post to make amends for anything inflammatory. And, in the future....think twice before posting!

Start by Googling yourself. Review the first few pages of search results with a critical eye, as potential employers will. Check social media, blogs, and forums where you've participated. Identify anything that doesn't align with the professional image you want to project.

First impressions matter online too! Before you hit "apply," audit your digital presence. Search your name and see what pops up in the first few pages. Tame your social media: Review profiles, posts, and comments. Is anything negative or unprofessional? Untag yourself from questionable photos and tighten privacy settings. Remember, hiring managers might be checking! Clean slate = strong start. By taking control of your online image, you project professionalism and increase your chances of landing that dream job.

Ensure your LinkedIn and any professional profiles are current, with a focus on accomplishments and skills relevant to your job aspirations. Consistency across platforms reinforces a strong, professional brand.

Think of your online profiles as your digital storefront. During a job search, it's crucial to showcase your skills and experience to potential employers. Here's how to make your profiles shine: Refresh your resume & LinkedIn: Update your work history, skills, and achievements. Pro headshot: A professional photo creates a positive first impression. Craft a killer summary: Highlight your strengths and career goals.

Your LinkedIn profile is a poor substitute for a well written, heavily customized resume. Using your LinkedIn profile for applications is an invitation to be screened out by ATSs. Even when an employer encourages you to apply with your profile, don't fall into that trap.

Before you publish or share a content, make sure you don't use abusive language that discriminates other, based on racial, ethnic, political and religious. Also, when commenting on others' post, be sure it's relevant and contributes to the post.

Boost your search with positive content! Craft a professional blog, share insights on LinkedIn, or contribute to industry forums. Engage with others' content – thoughtful comments and article sharing showcase your expertise. Why it works? Positions you as a thought leader in your field. Pushes down any negative search results (think old social media posts!). Shows dedication and passion to potential employers.

When networking with other connection, make sure not to retaliate others and ensure to respect others. By having a professional purpose, don't incorporate your ethnic, political, racial or religious biasness in networking. Be professional.

Networking is a skill that is accessible to everyone. Regardless of your background, experience level, or industry, you can develop and leverage your professional network to your advantage. Whether you're a recent graduate, seasoned professional, or career changer, networking offers opportunities for growth, learning, and advancement. By embracing a networking mindset and following effective strategies, anyone can expand their circle of contacts, gather valuable insights, and open doors to new opportunities. "Brewing Success: A Job Seeker's Guide to Networking" offers inclusive advice tailored to individuals at every stage of their career journey, emphasizing that networking is a tool accessible to all.

Craft a cohesive narrative across all your online platforms that reflects your career goals, skills, and personal values. This helps to control the narrative and ensures that potential employers see you in the light you intend.

Review and adjust the privacy settings on your personal social media accounts. Consider what content you’re comfortable with potential employers seeing and what might be better kept private.

Boy do I LOVE this question! So, as a recruiter, part of what we do is social media background checks. To be honest, I have always wanted to be a Private Investigator and this is one area of my job where I come as close to living the dream as one could! To keep this within the allotted 750 characters, all I can say is NOTHING that you think is private online is. My advice: 1. Be active on social media, especially LinkedIn 2. Have NOTHING unprofessional or controversial online anywhere, including in comments (Google reviews, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.) 3. Do NOT "like", "comment" on, or "share" anything that you wouldn't in an interview 4. Go clean up all the rules you just realized you have broken. - Trust me lol.

Beyond cleaning up existing content, think about your online presence as a dynamic and evolving representation of your professional self. Regularly updating your achievements, engaging with new trends in your industry, and contributing positively to online communities can turn your online presence into a powerful asset in your job search.

It's important to understand that recruiters search social media profiles. According to reports published by the leading the HR trade association, 66% of employers search social media prior to offering interviews and over 90% do so prior to offering jobs.

??Check what shows up when you search your name online, like social media posts or blog comments. ??Remove or change anything that might not look good to potential employers, like bad photos or rude comments. ??Adjust the privacy settings on your social media accounts so only the right people can see your posts. ??Make your LinkedIn profile look professional with a good picture, details about your work, and skills. ??Share stuff related to your job or what you're good at, like writing articles or talking about industry news. ??Be careful about how you talk online. Try not to argue or say bad stuff, and focus on making good connections with others in your field.

In other words, lie about how you really feel about certain issues, just to be a people pleaser. So Wrong. If you don't stand for something, you may fall for anything. It's called integrity and honesty. And we all need more of it.