Social Media... ??
Melissa Jaalaid
Scaling agencies with elite talent: From headhunting unicorns to crafting high-performance teams that drive exponential growth.
Gone are the days of people walking around with resumes and cover letters, hoping to catch the manager before lunch.
I remember my first resume dropped off at a local diner; under qualifications, it said “none relevant.”?
Hey, at least I was honest.?
Today, some companies don’t even look at resumes…incoming…
SOCIAL MEDIA (duh, duh, duh)?
Social media accounts are relevant for an employer to look at besides a resume.?
A recent survey revealed that 70% of employers check candidates’ social profiles before hiring, with nearly half admitting that what they see online can impact their choice.?
Yikes, I'm glad Instagram didn’t come until I was out of high school.?
Employers now seek more than just experience—they want to understand your personality, values, and industry involvement.
Platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, and even Instagram can showcase your knowledge, professionalism, and personality.?
While your resumes are still relevant because they provide your career history, social media demonstrates whom you are in real-time, revealing qualities like thought leadership, curiosity, and communication skills.
A well-curated online presence allows you to stand out by showing a more personal, approachable side.
With nearly 54% of employers admitting to turning down candidates over red flags found on social media, your profiles also serve as a critical part of your professional reputation.
So, REMEMBER that it sometimes can not be taken down once it is online.?
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Strategic Marketer & Growth Consultant | Scaling Brands & Startups | Helping Founders Execute & Grow | Author of Unstable Genius
3 个月I think employers checking social media is a problem. There is a fine line between personal and professional and behaviors like this set up a one way power dynamic. What this is doing is creating an echo chamber and censoring free speech. A fossil fuel company will not hire candidates that are vocal about climate change. An investment firm will pass on candidates that are vocal about one of their investments. Now potential candidates have to censor their thoughts and opinions online just so they can stay employed. How are we to drive any change without online discourse? I think this is a slippery slope. A very slippery one. And its not like people have not been let go or passed on because of their social media posts.