6 to 20% employers look up your social networking page

Do you want to increase your chances of getting a job? Sure, LinkedIn has made it easier for employees to find brand new companies, but sometimes old-fashioned networking is the best way to snag an interview. That's why employers are looking more these days at candidates' social networking posts and the information they can glean from them. The consensus seems to be that about six percent of employers look up your social networking page; however, as time goes on and technology changes so do the social media rules that define what is and isn't okay for companies to use when hiring people. In fact one study found that nearly 20% of employers use personal social media pages as part of their recruiting process. Still, it's important to know that privacy settings are crucial when it comes to Twitter and Facebook. As noted in an article on TechCrunch:

"[Social media] policies vary by companies, but even the slightest slip-up can spell trouble. For example, it's easy to misinterpret "party pictures" as incriminating evidence of drug and alcohol use."

The best advice is to make sure you review your personal social media pages every so often. "Make a habit of checking your social media profile regularly," says Danielle Vanasco, who has managed a global business development team at Edelman and an international marketing communications team at Berger & Montague. "If your profile is not up to date, keep it updated with correct information."

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What social media policies do you have in place? What are your favorite social media features? Do you think employers should be allowed to search through candidates' personal social networking pages? Share with us your comments.

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4. Email Subject Title: More Job Seekers Will Get Hired From Social Media

Email Subject: More Job Seekers Will Get Hired From Social Media

More Job Seekers Will Get Hired From Social Media

In the age of technology, it's no surprise that online social networks are becoming a more critical aspect of job seeking and hiring. With the shift from hot to cool, employers are leaning more towards Facebook and Twitter to get insight into candidates' personalities. A recent study by CareerBuilder.com found that one in five employers now use Facebook or Twitter to screen potential candidates. However, two in five companies that use these platforms say they are still not seeing their social media presence as an important tool to qualify candidates.

"I think it's definitely a trend and the way things are moving nowadays, but since we're all still getting used to it, there obviously isn't yet a definite strategy or set of steps you can take," says Darren Sjostrom, CDO at TheJobNetwork.com. "[Social media] is definitely around and it's becoming more important so I don't think we'll have much of a choice in the future." While social networking is still new for many employers, Darren offers some suggestions on how to integrate your personal social networking profile into your job search. "The best thing is to just start doing it and be assured that it's a part of the interview process," he says.

Readers have shared their comments and concerns on the following topics:

How important do you think social media is to employers? Are you a candidate who uses social networking sites, and how would you describe your personal profile? Should companies use social networking sites to screen candidates? Should candidates be allowed to look up other people's social network profiles when doing a job search? What are your thoughts on this topic? Share with us in the comments below.

5. Email Subject Title: Is Social Media A Must-Have For Job Seekers?

Email Subject: Is Social Media A Must-Have For Job Seekers?

Is Social Media A Must-Have For Job Seekers?

Social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook are increasingly becoming a part of a job seeker's arsenal. In fact, companies are beginning to use these applications as vehicles to screen potential hires in the search for employees. "If you're using social media in your job search, make sure you know how to properly use them," says Darren Sjostrom, CDO at TheJobNetwork.com. "Using them correctly does not mean you're over-using them. Don't clutter your status updates with job searching every second. Employers, recruiters and hiring managers are watching."

According to research by CareerBuilder.com, 26% of employers have rejected candidates based on the content of their social media profiles. "I'd say something like LinkedIn is a must-have in a job seeker's arsenal because it gives you an honest picture of who the person is," says Darren. "If you're looking for your next job on Twitter or Facebook, keep in mind that these networks are more about communication than about information and content. If you're looking for a job in marketing, there's no reason to list that your favorite color is green."

Readers have commented on the following topics:

How important do you think social media sites are to job seekers? Do you think employers should be able to research your personal social media pages while they are interviewing you? How do you think companies should incorporate social media in the hiring process? Share your thoughts with us.

6. Email Subject: Is Social Media Being Used To Screen Job Seekers?

Email Subject: Is Social Media Being Used To Screen Job Seekers?

Social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook are increasingly becoming a part of a job seeker's arsenal. In fact, companies are beginning to use these applications as vehicles to screen potential hires in the search for employees. Darren Sjostrom, CDO at TheJobNetwork.com says "If you're using social media in your job search, make sure you know how to properly use them." According to research by CareerBuilder.com, 26% of employers have rejected candidates based on the content of their social media profiles.

"I'd say something like LinkedIn is a must-have in a job seeker's arsenal because it gives you an honest picture of who the person is," says Darren. "If you're looking for your next job on Twitter or Facebook, keep in mind that these networks are more about communication than about information and content. If you're looking for a job in marketing, there's no reason to list that your favorite color is green.

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7. Email Subject: Social Networks Now Being Used As Job Search Tool (New York Times)

Email Subject: Social Networks Now Being Used As Job Search Tool (New York Times)

Social networks like Facebook and Twitter are being used as job search tools by both candidates and employers. A recent survey by CareerBuilder.com found that one in five companies now search to see what job seekers say on their social media sites when deciding whether or not to hire them. And the majority of those companies (54%) said they already have looked over candidates' Facebook pages during the hiring process.