Your job search: social media, resumes and

more!Karen Lindsey-Lloyd

Associate Vice President of Student SuccessMississippi College

Twitter: @klinlloyd

Blog: www.afitbodycareerspirit.blogspot.com

80 percent of recruiters/hiring managers will check your social media presence

Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, Linkedin, Google+

www.Linkedin.com has become the leading employment networking site for all professions

Facebook.com Professionalize your profile

and photo in an active job search

Twitter.com Follow employers and blogs Tweet intentionally Share links to your blog or

other industry news

Linkedin.com Create a strong profile Join professional groups Connect with recruiters

A resume and curriculum vitae (CV) are NOT the same. Highlights of resumes:

One page is typically preferred for entry level

Font size no smaller than 11-12 pt. Header includes name, address, phone, and professional email

address, Linkedin profile address (optional).

Spacing, headings are in alignment and consistent on the page.

Personal information such as age, marital status, health status,

etc., should not be included on the resume. Salary requirements, hobbies and names of references are not

stated on the standard resume.

Always check for grammar, typos and correct spelling

Research It takes only 10-15 seconds for

someone to form an opinion of you.

Based on Physical appearance Vocal tone, articulation and rate

of speech , (energy and presence) Previous brand knowledge from

social networks or professional contacts ( personal network)

Be confident, not familiar.

Understand the processOnline application or email resume?Phone, In-person, Skype?One-on-one? Panel?

Practice typical interview questionsTell me about yourself. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?Do you work better with a team or alone? Why are you interested in working here?What are your greatest strengths? What are your weaknesses?How do you handle conflict or difficult people?How did your education and/or other experience prepare you for this position? Why should I select you for this position?

Get a good night’s rest before the interview. Print extra copies of your resume the night before. Wear conservative attire no matter what the job or industry. Double check the location, time, date and the name of your

contact. Arrive at least 5-10 minutes early. Know how offer a proper

handshake. Maintain good eye contact, show interest during the

questioning and when answering questions. Be authentic but not familiar.

Have 2-3 questions prepared to ask the interviewer. Once the interview is over, extend your hand for a

handshake. Thank the interviewer. Ask for a business card or get interviewers email address. Within 24 hours, send a handwritten thank you note.

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