The Job Search - Social Media A Student’s Perspective

The Job Search - Social Media

A Student’s

Perspective

Career Exploration – My Story

Discovering My Own Path “PR is all about taking a message and delivering

that message in the most compelling way that engages the audience, cuts through and gets noticed.”

Finding a Mentor Best Advice: “Get Online! Utilize social media to

say who you are to employers and be creative.”

– SVP at Lewis PR Inc

Personal Branding & Networking Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Pinterest, Google+,

Tumblr…etc

Creating an Online Presence

Three Principles I Abide By:

Interconnectivity Link your accounts

Honesty Post what interests YOU!

Professionalism Avoid typos and inappropriate posts

Inspiration – Find Your Passion

Get the Facts – Check out articles, blogs, infographics

Build a Portfolio – WARNING: Make sure to promote others

Investigate Prospective Employers – Products, Services and Images

Your Perfect Interview Outfit – Scroll for ideas

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A Window into Your World Who you are, your interests, your

accomplishments

Sharpen Your Communications Skills Reveal the journalist within!

Interact with the Online Community Make comments, participate in forums

Developing Your Brand

Be Career Specific Demonstrate why you’re passionate

about this career

Expand your network Acquire more followers

Stay Up-to-date Watch for new trends