This session, we are going to keep building your luggage by looking at how Social Media and job searching mix.

Sites like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Google+ allow employers to get a glimpse of who you are outside the limits of a resume, cover letter, or interview.

Used by more then a third of all employers, such sites can both help and hinder your job search efforts. Even when not job hunting, it's vital you use social media in a way that is appropriate for potential future employers to see.

Check out this infographic to understand how social media and job search mix.

In todays session, we are going to explore how you can make one of these sites; Linkedin, really work for you as you start stepping into the world of employment.

PART A: Watch the video

After you have watched the video, return here to complete the activity.

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PART B: Create a LinkedIn Profile

Do you have a LinkedIn profile? If not, we suggest you create one. LinkedIn now cater to young people as young as 14 years old, so get amongst it! There are a lot of great resources on YouTube to assist you to create a powerful LinkedIn profile. Take some time this week to explore this.

If you are wanting a quick overview, check out this tutorial.
If you want a detailed course to take you through the features in more details, check out this resource.

94% of

recruiters say they prefer LinkedIn as their chief job hunting

tool.

Forbes Magazine

Next session we will look at interview skills.

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