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Social Networking: How to make it work for you
November 18th, 2009Hosted by RCO Career Services Advisors:Elizabeth Lintelman, Kelly Wittrock and
Jennifer Castaldo
Introduction of Career Services Advisors
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Contact us at [email protected]
Elizabeth LintelmanCareer Services AdvisorAllied Health
Kelly WittrockCareer Services AdvisorJustice Studies
Jennifer CastaldoCareer Services AdvisorBusiness, Tech & Design, Education
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Social Networking is EVERYWHERE!
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AGENDA
i. Social Networking – why it’s importantii. Tools
iii. Creating profilesiv. How to network
v. Q&A Session“Throughout 2008, Social Networking Sites and Blogs saw more
time spent by users than personal email.” -Nielsen Online
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WHY IT’S IMPORTANT
For YOU:• Another job search resource• A way to create a Professional Image• Allows you to network with people
you normally wouldn’t have the chance to
• Increases your Industry Knowledge• Good way to market yourself• Adds value for you by having the
capabilities of knowing more about whom (employer/individual) you’re interviewing with
• Ability to find companies within the industry
For EMPLOYERS:• Find potential new employees• Unofficial
background/reference check• Branding/Professional Image• Awareness of industry trends• Current employees – keep a
pulse on them
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PROFESSIONALISM
• Activities to avoid:– Disclosing any confidential information– Stating anything “unprofessional”– Personal topics (family, religion, politics, etc)– Careless speech
• Activities to make this successful:– Connect with friends/family in your industry– Let people know you’re looking for a job– Have a positive attitude & be enthusiastic– Be honest and respectful
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PROFESSIONALISM
TOOLS
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Tell everyone you’re looking for a
job!
Search for jobs
RASonlineCSVery basic, simplistic
Follow industry experts
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Personal Networking Website
• Groups and Pages• Recruiters and hiring managers• Privacy settings
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FACEBOOK - GROUPS
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FACEBOOK PRIVACY SETTINGS
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Professional Networking Website
• Build a professional profile• Import your Word resume to your profile• Professional photo – alone!• Headline area of Study/Career Ambitions• Export your profile to PDF
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• Keywords - Include in summary• Incorporate work and volunteer experience,
summer jobs, internships, practicum's, etc• Connect with professionals- Alumni, career services
advisors, parents/relatives, friends, internship manager/coworkers, former bosses, fellow students, faculty, college staff, campus work study manager, neighbors
• Keep your profile current
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• Search people• Job search• Research companies and career paths• Join groups & discussion forums• Learn lifelong networking skills
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ITEMS TO REMEMBER
• Keep it professional• Network• Personalize everything • Update regularly
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Q&A SESSION
Questions?
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THANK YOU
Thank you for joining us today. If you have further questions, please feel free to reach out
to us!
*Elizabeth Lintelman *Kelly Wittrock *Jennifer Castaldo