How to Use Twitter to Recruit New Talent

How to Use Twitter to Recruit New Talent Twitter its extremely popular in this modern age of always being connected (were even on it too @UndercoverRec!) but how can you use it to recruit the top talent?  Should you be using direct messages or @mentions to contact prospective candidates? The folks at Akken Cloud have created this handy infographic on using the site for recruitment please leave any other comments, tips or tricks in the comments below or tweet them to use! Takeaways: Over 58% of job seekers use Twitter in their job search, with 76% looking at company profiles for opportunities. Job seekers usage of each social network is slowly growing each year especially for Facebook and Twitter. There are various ways to connect with job seekers on Twitter: via hashtags and tweetchats amongst others. 78% of Fortune 500 recruiting tweets contain a hashtag. Job seekers use Twitter to connect with companies with: 55% following companies. 34% applying for tweeted job postings. 33% using Twitter to communicate with companies and recruiters. To actively recruit well on Twitter: Treat Twitter like a virtual networking event. Retweet job postings at different times of the day, to ensure you reach all followers. RELATED: 5 Top Tips for Finding a Job on Social Media

Searching For The Best Resume Writing Services For Guidance Counselors

Searching For The Best Resume Writing Services For Guidance CounselorsWhen looking for the best resume writing services for guidance counselors, it is necessary to take the time to research the services that you are interested in. It will be worth your while to do this in order to ensure that you get the most beneficial and creative resume you can possibly achieve. The following suggestions may prove helpful when finding the most beneficial services for guidance counselors.The first step in searching for the best resume writing services for guidance counselors is to find out what they are capable of providing. This is done by first researching the company that you would like to use. Once you have done this, you will be able to better understand what kind of assistance you will be receiving. This will allow you to find a service that will offer guidance and assistance to those seeking professional advice.It is important to note that there is no magic formula to help those who seek the services of a guidance counselor when it comes to their resumes. In order to find the most effective and professional services available, it is important to carefully search for these services. There are many websites available today that are specifically designed to provide these services, but it is important to take the time to find the best.When you make sure that you are using a website that has been specifically designed to offer services to guidance counselors, you will be able to get more information about what you are doing. This will help you find the best resume writing services for guidance counselors. In addition, you will be able to find a website that offers assistance from experienced professionals.After you have found a website that has provided assistance in the past, you should make sure that you go into more detail about the services they provide. This will allow you to get more specific about the resume writing services that you are looking for. There are a lot of different services that are available, so make sure that you take the time to find the best ones.Once you have found the right website, it is important to ensure that they offer assistance with your personal career information. This will help to ensure that the content that you have is both professional and appropriate. Most people who find assistance from guidance counselors about their resumes will want to make sure that their information is professional and appropriate.This is especially important when it comes to future job applicants. When you are looking for resume services for guidance counselors, it is important to make sure that they are going to be providing you with the proper help. This will allow you to get the most benefit possible.By taking the time to find the best services for professional guidance counselor, you will be able to get the best assistance in terms of your resume. When you are looking for these services, it is important to make sure that you find the most professional and effective companies. With this, you will be able to find the services that you need to ensure that you are able to get the best assistance you can.

Social Media Networking 101

Social Media Networking 101 Anyone who knows me is well aware that I love networking and I have a strong belief that it is so important to be networking in some form every day. Now that we are out of college, we have to start from scratch when it comes to building our own personal brand and network. Since the term networking event makes most twentysomethings cringe, I suggest networking the way most of us Gen Yers are most comfortable: through social media outlets.   Just remember to use these tools a little differently than you did in college! Many companies preach that their most valuable asset is their people. You should be thinking the same way. Keep meeting people and you never know where it will lead you or how you can help others simply by knowing someone. Facebook • Are you using status updates? Use status updates to get information you need, tell others what projects you are working on, get feedback on a new idea, share a valuable article or even to get people to your page. • Does your “About Me” section share something about your professional background, strengths and goals? You never know when someone is looking to hire someone just like you. • Don’t be afraid of using facebook to the fullest. Make a facebook group, post an event or send out a note to let others know about an important event or issue you are passionate about. • Blogs. Check out facebooks cool blog application to see top rated blogs in your network and read about issues that affect you. Commenting on blogs, emailing the blogger, or writing as a guest blogger are other great ways to get yourself out there. LinkedIn Are you “Linked In”? If not, make a profile today and start growing your professional network. Your Linked In profile is basically like an online resume. Linked In is an amazing tool to meet others in your field. It is also great for networking with recruiters and finding jobs. Twitter I’m new on the Twitter scene, but I can already see the value of this tool, especially for entrepreneurs and/or bloggers who are trying to establish themselves and develop a personal brand and following. Twitter is simply a “micro-blog” similar to facebook’s status updates. You can send out a “Twitter” (limited to 140 characters) which is usually based on “what are you doing right now?” to those who are following you, and they can respond back. I’ve already connected with some amazing entrepreneurs through this tool. Check it out and follow me at ExecutiveVision. I hope this helped you see the websites you log into every day in a new light! Dont be afraid of branding yourself! For more on this topic, check out this awesome article too.

Beware of Job Scams

Beware of Job Scams Recently, the Workforce Center in Panama City, Florida reported an incident where an  impostor  posted a position on the Employ Florida Marketplace.   When jobseekers responded to the ad, they were asked to send money in advance for “required training for the job.” In this case, the company was also a victim; a legitimate company registration was used for the phony job posting. According to the scam site thats nonsense.com, fake Job offers typically fall into three different categories of scams â€"  advanced fee fraud, money mule scams and  check cashing  scams, and sometimes a combination. The point of fake job offers is usually  identity theft  or money laundering. WorkSource reminds you that it can be difficult to determine when a listing is simply a scam. Here are some warning signs that should alert you: Emails that do not come from a company URL (ABC Bank at gmail.com, for example) Misspellings, grammatical mistakes, or weird syntax in the message (“the company can be offering you as best salary…”) An employer offering employment without an interview An employer who charges a fee to employ, find placement, or provide training prior to an official job offer; likewise, an employer that offers to send you a check that you cash in advance of employment. Employers who make exaggerated claims of earnings or profits Any employer requesting that you transfer funds or receive packages for reshipment, especially if they are located overseas Here are some tips to keep you from falling prey to scammers: Look up the company; if you can’t find it in a Google search, you should be cautious. If the message makes you suspicious, paste the text of the email into a search engine. You may find sites that warn you against the scam. Do not provide your social security number or any other sensitive information to an employer unless you are confident that the employer is legitimate Be wary when replying to unsolicited emails for work-at-home employment Be cautious of employers who conduct their interviews in a home setting or in motel rooms If there is a link in the email, hover your cursor over it (but do  NOT  click it.) This often reveals that the real location the link will take you is a phishing website. Have you received any of these fake job offers? Leave a comment and let us know.

A Guide to Writing a GSI-12 Resume

A Guide to Writing a GSI-12 ResumeWriting a GSI-12 resume can be done in less than one hour with a computer and the help of a few things that you may already have at home. A GSI-12 document is not hard to come by because many companies have them already formatted. Most of the time it is formatted according to the specification of the company. The 'formats' will not only provide the guidelines, but they also contain information for a job seeker.An example of a GSI-12 format would be the date line. They are small letters with a date on it. As mentioned earlier, companies have already pre-formatted this information on the GSI-12. You should make sure that this information is filled in accurately for the best results.However, there are a few other points that must be taken into consideration when writing a GSI-12. Make sure that the title of the position that the applicant is applying for is correct. A few misspellings will not get you anywhere. The name of the company also needs to be c orrect. It could be that a person's last name is misspelled.Another thing that should be corrected is the spelling of the name of the owner's authorized representative. When the company is well known, it is easy to find the owner or someone who is authorized by the owner.An important aspect to take into consideration when creating the resume is the subject line. Using the correct spelling of the job title will help the search engine spiders that look for resumes to find it quickly.Make sure that the statement about how the individual has applied for the position is specific and truthful. Somewebsites make up information as well as lie for the reason that it is difficult to catch a person who has moved on to the next position.A resume is used for the proper use. A company cannot only be found on the internet. The same company that people go to in their free time in person, may also be the company that is hiring someone.The next time that you are making a resume, consider using it to start a personal statement about yourself. This is a good way to set the record straight.

BE THE BATMAN The Art of Crafting a Super Career Persona

BE THE BATMAN The Art of Crafting a “Super” Career Persona 18 Flares 18 Flares Veronica Park is an author, journalist and world-traveler of many different past and future vocations. Keep an eye out for her first published novel, which will hopefully be announced soon. In the meantime, you can read about her exploits in the Caribbean and find out her opinion on pretty much everything by following her on Twitter (@VeroniKaboom) and checking out her  website. What is a “Career Persona,” and why do you need one?   Why can’t you just be yourself, your whole self, and nothing but yourself? Because, to quote Sweet Brown from the popular YouTube video, “ain’t nobody got time for that!” As I’ve mentioned in previous posts (such as my most recent tribute to resume attractiveness, The YARD Test) the kind of person who will read your resume for the purpose of this article, we’ll call them the “hiring body” probably reads A LOT of other resumes. And if I may get just a little bit real here for a second, 90% of those resumes probably contain a list of qualifications equal to or at least extremely similar to yours. Unless of course you’re special in some way that has nothing to do with the job you’re applying for, like your name is Bruce Wayne or Tony Stark, and you’re not just a business person but also a billionaire-playboy-philanthropist. (In which case, I can’t help but ask, why are you even applying for a job, man? Go get a hobby! Fight some crime or something.) For most of us mere mortals, standing out in the job market isn’t easy. It’s not because we aren’t skilled, or personable, or interesting as human beings. It’s simply because, most people who are out there searching for jobs are just as human as we are. Which is why, in the job market, appealing to a hiring body’s human sensibilities helps you not at all. Seriously, I’ve been in the position of having to weed people out and choose the most-suited candidate for years, and I can tell you I am not a heartless person. But after culling through the fiftieth-or-so cover letter explaining how great the job candidate is, or how badly he or she wants or needs the job, my eyes start to roll around in my head and I start seriously looking for reasons not to keep reading. We get it. You’re complex. The Joker killed your parents, and now you’re emotionally damaged. But that’s not going to WOW me into giving you a job. Here’s what will wow me into giving you a job: Clarity. (POW!) I am THE BATMAN. You don’t need to know my life story, or how I came to be where I am today. All you need to know is that I am the masked crusader who will fulfill all of your crime-fighting needs, and more. Qualifications. (BAM!) I am skilled in all possible forms of martial arts, including but not limited to: karate, Jiu-Jitsu, Mao-tai, kick boxing, hand-to-hand combat and fencing. I studied for three years under the infamous Ra’s al Ghul in Tibet, and single-handedly escaped The Pit without the use of a rope. I also defeated Bane by kicking him and punching him many times in the face. In my current position, I save the city of Gotham on a daily basis, and I can provide very impressive character references which include Commissioner Gordon and District Attorney Harvey Dent. My weaknesses include brunettes with foreign accents. (Just kidding, don’t put your weaknesses on a resume, Batman.) Coherence, a.k.a. Tying it All Together in a Neat Little Bow. (SHA-WING!) Because of the aforementioned qualifications and because, lest you forget, in my earlier cover letter I proved that I am both thorough and resourceful by researching your company’s mission statement and pointing out how my career persona could augment many of your overall goals I can categorically state that I am the ideal candidate for this position. VIP: Notice that the final statement is bold and uncompromising. Essentially, your career persona should be everything you aspire to be. You know that saying, “Dress for the job you want?” The same goes for your actions. Act like the job is yours, like you deserve it, because attitude is 90% of the battle. Your career persona shouldn’t beg to be considered. It should kick the door openâ€"metaphorically speakingâ€"and swagger in with its head held high, instantly making all the other job candidates pale in comparison. I know it sounds crazy, but it works. Why does it work? Because until you’re hired, in the mind of the hiring body, you aren’t a person. You’re a job candidate, a symbol of a potential risk or benefit. When it comes to symbols, simplicity stands out. It’s bold. It’s memorable. So don’t be the Bruce Wayne. BE THE BATMAN. Tune in next time to find out how you can turn your Bruce Wayne-style “issues” a.k.a., your perceived weaknesses into Batman-like strengths, when Veronica Park returns for BE THE BATMAN: Part Two.

Motivation Monday- 3 Tips to Get You Going!

Motivation Monday- 3 Tips to Get You Going! Good morning!   Happy Monday! If you are job hunting or in a job you hate, Mondays can be a huge disappointment.   They mark the beginning of five days of doing stuff you dont want to do.   While I cant change the fact that you dont want to do them, I can suggest some things you can do to be more effective in seeking new opportunities, right! Attend Networking Groups One of the things Ive come to realize is that many job seekers rely on attending networking groups for the unemployed.   Thats not a bad thing, in moderation.   What I have seen is that the job seeker spends a majority of their time networking by only attending the groups (because there are so many options).   They arent spending quality one-on-one time with people.   Please, dont mis-understand, groups are great, especially if you have a very limited network.   Groups offer resources, tools, information and an instant bond with everyone at the meeting, so go!   But, chose one.   Check them all out, but invest your time wisely and chose the one that you find has the biggest return on your investment of time.   If you arent sure about what groups are available in your area, you can check with the Department of Labor/One-Stop in your city and you can check out the newspaper and you can check for Meetups. What I am recommending is that you start putting stuff on your calendar- planned activities! Meet with People Next, schedule as many meetings with people you need to meet as possible.   Let me be clear, this isnt about hit and run networking.   It is about following up.   It is about uncovering as many stones as possible so you can find the right opportunity.   It is a mix of quantity and quality.   I am urging you to expand your existing network while at the same time nurturing your existing network. Invest in Yourself Improve yourself by attending classes, workshops and reading!   If you need to brush up on some skills, consider taking classes at community college.   You might find you are eligible for government re-training dollars (ie grant money).   Another option is self study.   I wrote about some great free resources to take advantage of online curriculum here.   Find local professional associations and see what programs they are offering.   The options are truly endless as long as you know where to look and what you are looking for! If you are having difficulty achieving the results you want and you live in the Rochester, NY area, I will be offering three workshops to help move you forward in your search.   One is on networking, one is on social media and one is on interviewing!   Learn more about these workshops on my site at Upcoming Workshops.