Applying for a job? Recruiters and employers are increasingly likely to examine your social media profiles, yet applicants often overlook the scrutiny their online presence will be under. Studies show that 39% of hiring managers screen applicants via social media, with 43% of those choosing not to hire a candidate based on information found on their profiles. My post for people2people, the Sydney and Brisbane-based recruitment agency I work for, examines the need to manage your online reputation before job hunting. Before you send that next resume, be sure to take these nine points into consideration.
