Enhance your social networking strategy

For some, online social networking is seen as a plaything and a disruption, but for many others it has become a proactive part of their daily lives. And for employent seekers, there are major benefits to setting up and expanding your online network .

Take for instance this recent posting on a networking forum:  "is there anyone available to do a 6 week contract in Sydney, Pay $65 per hour doing a SAP implementation?".

Within just a few hours, the position had been filled. That's how quickly the online networking market can move .

Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Whirlpool forum and LinkedIn etc

Each of these sites have made a real impact on the Australian and International job market. Networkers are now regularly positing job opportunities, and we are also seeing many recruiters networking in the same circles.

Therefore, if you haven't done so already, consider building your profile and establishing your network today. More often than not, once you are up and running, it doesn't take too much maintenance thereafter the there's major gains to be had.

Getting yourself known and building credibility will take time, but once the ball is rolling you could well be setting yourself up for the future and keeping yourself one step ahead of the market.

Anything you post, others can see!

A recent case in the US saw a Record Company retract a lucrative contract for a future "pop idol" due to Google research showing this individual had been posting highly controversial messages on social networking boards.

Although an extreme case, the above demonstrates the effect and impression your online activity may have on a future employer.

So before you post any messages online, and even if you feel particularly strongly about a subject, always consider potential repercussions.

Advertising your work profile, Resume or CV online

If you are considering posting your professional resume / CV online, then just keep in mind that this information will probably be available for all to see; including your current employer. We would advise against including referee information online unless expression permission has been granted by the individuals you are listing.

And finally, focus on the benefits,

Always focus on what you want to get out of social networking; from keeping in touch with friends, though to expanding industry knowledge, there's a whole scope of benefits on offer. If you are using social networking to expand your job search, then plan your approach and think strategically as to how to position yourself.

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