Ensure Your Social Media Is Professional and Up to Date. 

Social Media

Today, social media has a significant role in the job search process. Employers often check social media profiles before inviting candidates in for an interview, so it’s important to ensure that your profiles are professional and current. 

Start by reviewing your privacy settings on all social media platforms. Ensure that your personal information is private and that any posts or photos seen as unprofessional are removed. 

Update your profiles with your most recent work experience, education, and accomplishments. Use a professional profile picture. Ensure that your bio accurately reflects your skills and interests. 

Beef up or create a LinkedIn profile if you haven’t already. It is a professional platform that allows you to highlight your skills and experience, connect with other professionals in your industry, and apply for jobs. 

Social Media profiles are an extension of who you are. Ensure they reflect the professional image you want to present to potential employers. 

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Author: Mike Balof

A retired Air Force Master Sergeant, Mike used to lay in bed at night and worry about what would happen if his plant closed or found himself without a job. One day his plant closed. Rather than panic and hysteria (OK, maybe a little) Mike found himself carried away on the adventure of his life. Mike started with the best job he ever had working at Home Depot. He spent 8 years working with job seekers at a local workforce center, helping them to find employment. He then started his own company developing courses, writing books and urging others to follow their own paths into the future. Mike holds a Master of Arts in Adult Education and Training and a Bachelor of Business Management, earned through the University of Phoenix and an AAS degree in Electronics Systems Technology from the Community College of the Air Force. Mike is a member of the Delta Mu Delta Business Honor Society.

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