The Job Search - Social Media A Student’s Perspective.

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The Job Search - Social Media A Student’s Perspective

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The Job Search - Social Media

A Student’s

Perspective

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Career Exploration – My Story

Discovering My Own Path “PR is all about taking a message and delivering

that message in the most compelling way that engages the audience, cuts through and gets noticed.”

Finding a Mentor Best Advice: “Get Online! Utilize social media to

say who you are to employers and be creative.”

– SVP at Lewis PR Inc

Personal Branding & Networking Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Pinterest, Google+,

Tumblr…etc

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Creating an Online Presence

Three Principles I Abide By:

Interconnectivity Link your accounts

Honesty Post what interests YOU!

Professionalism Avoid typos and inappropriate posts

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Inspiration – Find Your Passion

Get the Facts – Check out articles, blogs, infographics

Build a Portfolio – WARNING: Make sure to promote others

Investigate Prospective Employers – Products, Services and Images

Your Perfect Interview Outfit – Scroll for ideas

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A Window into Your World Who you are, your interests, your

accomplishments

Sharpen Your Communications Skills Reveal the journalist within!

Interact with the Online Community Make comments, participate in forums

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Developing Your Brand

Be Career Specific Demonstrate why you’re passionate

about this career

Expand your network Acquire more followers

Stay Up-to-date Watch for new trends