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Carmen Hudson, CEO of Tweetajob, gave a presentation on using Twitter to find a job. She outlined five steps to build an online presence, including completing your profile, building your network slowly, observing how others use Twitter, following relevant accounts and creating lists. Hudson explained how to use Twitter to increase visibility, showcase skills, learn about opportunities, research companies and connect with recruiters. She emphasized giving value to others, mixing personal and professional content, and developing relationships over time.
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- 1. Using Social Media to Find a JobItssaturdaymorningI could be cleaning the garage!Presented by Carmen Hudson, CEO, TweetajobMay 15, 2010Tacoma Public Library
- 2. Five Steps to ConnectionWhere I work Where I liveWhat I like to do professionallyWhat I like to do for funWhat I am passionate about
- 5. Hope you had your coffeeIntroduce yourself to someone you dont know
- 6. Todays AgendaHow Twitter can accelerate your job searchJobseekerKicking the tiresBoosting your careerA bit about TweetajobQ&A about this, or anything else
- 7. Why use Twitter?Increase your online visibilityShowcase your skills and knowledgeLearn about new opportunities firstKeep your skills currentResearch and prepareNetwork with influencersFind great job search advice
- 10. Do the benefits outweigh your fears?Dont know how to use the siteAfraid of reaching out to strangers onlinePrivacy and securityInformation overloadWaste of time
- 11. Top Sources of HireSource: 2009 CareerXRoads Source of Hire Study
- 12. What is Twitter?A short burst of inconsequential information," and "chirps from birds.-Jack Dorsey, Twitter creatorCommonly referred to as a social networking or microblogging site that enables users to send and read messages known as Tweets.Tweets are text-based posts of 140 characters that are delivered to an authors set of subscribers known as Followers
- 13. Think of Yourself as a Radio DJ
- 14. Increase Your Online Visibility
- 15. Growth of Twitter106 million registered users55 Million Tweets every day180 Million Unique Visitors Each Month37% access Twitter via their mobile devicesMedian age of Twitter users: 31Compare with:Facebook: 26 years oldMyspace: 27 years oldLinkedIn: 40 years oldSource: Chirp Conference
- 16. The BasicsTweet
- 18. The Basics@
- 23. The BasicsDont read about it, do it (its free)!
- 24. Good question.OK, so how do I tweet myself to a new job?
- 25. Getting Started ChecklistComplete your profile 100%
- 26. Build your network (slowly at first)
- 28. Follow and create relevant lists
- 31. Follow companies
- 32. Update your status and participate in discussions
- 33. Develop relationshipsComplete your Profile
- 34. Build Your NetworkTwitter SearchWeFollowTwellowPeople Search#FollowFridayManual scan Many active users will follow you back within a day or so. Dont worry about who follows you back.
- 36. Follow and Create Lists
- 40. Follow Companies
- 42. Tips for SuccessNumber One Rule of Twitter: Give to GetLurkers are takersHelp othersMix business with pleasureIntegrate (mobile, LinkedIn)Artful self-promotionDialogue vs. Monologue
- 43. Been there, done thatNever fight with anyone on TwitterRemember, youre broadcasting to the worldOvertweeting is bad for your healthBe selective Dont forget the unfollow and block functionsThe number of followers does not equate to your self-worthAshton Kutcher still does not follow me!