On The Job

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

It's understood that when companies begin considering you for a job, they're going to do some thorough checking on your qualifications, references and even social media presence. Beyond looking at the company's website or Facebook page, what do you really know about working for that employer? Be skeptical.

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On The Job

AUGUST 6, 2018

Social media. Some jobs require you to use social media to promote your product or service. No one begrudges you using social media in these cases. Any personal interactions -- whether it's on the phone or through texts or social media -- should be rare outside of lunch or break times.

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On The Job

MAY 21, 2018

Further, workplace relationships can be affected by social media. The researchers explain that Facebook or Instagram can give you more insight into a person's personal life, such as when they post vacation photos. It can be high-school cliques all over again.

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On The Job

MARCH 13, 2017

Fifty-two percent of 52% of recruiters say they always search for social media posts during hiring, and what they’re seeing often isn’t flattering to job candidates: alcohol or drug use; a profile that links to an escort service and revelations about activities in a demonic cult. Facebook can help you make connections.

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On The Job

MAY 22, 2019

Half of workers at Amazon and Intel agreed they were working in such an environment, along with about 25 percent of Google employees and more than a third of Facebook workers. Try taking a break from negative social media or dwelling on news that pits one side against the other. It doesn't have to be that way. Enlist support.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Today, social media is sure to blast the news far and wide when a top leader makes a mistake, whether the person is in the private sector or public life. I'm not saying you have to apologize on Twitter or post a remorseful 600-word apology on Facebook when you screw up at work.

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On The Job

JULY 3, 2013

Among the ways introverts can succeed: By embracing social media. While you may have no problem posting updates to your family and friends on Facebook, branchout and reach colleagues or others in your industry through various social media networks.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 19, 2016

Writing childish and uncivil things on your social media accounts. That's not something you put on social media because it will -- I guarantee it -- come back to haunt you. Then think about how you would like a potential employer to drag up something you said on Facebook in 2004 and hold you accountable for it.

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 8, 2011

If you use Facebook, you're going to think the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is your new best friend. The NLRB has reached a settlement with an ambulance company that fired an employee after she posted snippy comments about her boss on Facebook from her home computer.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

Through your own blog, through Facebook or even through Twitter, post content that others in your professional world will find valuable.Answer questions when you can from others in your industry, or direct contacts to helpful sources. Post helpful content online. No matter where you are in your career, always challenge yourself.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 28, 2015

We promise to stop relying so much on social media to make connections, and instead will have more one-on-one conversations (even though we can't put down our phones long enough to do it). We know this doesn't make sense, which is why the Nikes look brand new and Facebook is the closest thing we have to a social life.

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On The Job

MARCH 3, 2010

Goldsmith says one of the biggest blows to a career reputation can be made online, especially through social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook. While what you say on Twitter or Facebook may not seem like a big deal now, will it still be OK if you were suddenly out of work and needed to apply for a job? It’s insane.

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On The Job

JANUARY 30, 2015

Take a look at comments posted on workplace blogs or on social media sites, and it won’t be long before you find an employee complaining that they’re often left out of the loop regarding business decisions. CEO Tony Hsieh often shares company news via Twitter and Facebook, even announcing the layoff of 124 workers in 2008 via Twitter.

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On The Job

NOVEMBER 5, 2010

However, they caution that just as e-mail has good — and bad — aspects, the same is true for another communication tool: social media. The explosion of sites such as Twitter , Facebook and LinkedIn mean that users should get control of their use early before it becomes another source of stress and overload.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 21, 2011

Gupta says he believes multitasking continues to grow as a problem in the workplace because of an increasing number of communication channels: The phone, email, instant messaging, Twitter and Facebook can lure away the attention of an employee who should be focused on a completing a task. Cleanse your social networking habit.

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On The Job

JUNE 2, 2010

“You ‘Google’ something you’re thinking about, or decide you’ll only take a minute to check out Facebook. For example, you could say, “When I find myself on Facebook, I will stop and return to my work,” telling yourself you will check the site at another time. It’s a hard temptation to resist.”

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 4, 2008

“You’ve got to make sure they know they can talk about whatever they’re going through.” • Use social media. Some employees may be more comfortable communicating through e-mail or social media sites such as Facebook or Twitter.

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On The Job

JULY 21, 2011

When I was a young reporter -- way before the advent of social media or email -- a fellow reporter and I began leaving anonymous message's on an editor's computer. Read this story I did for Gannett/USAToday: It happens easily enough: You and a co-worker begin chatting via Twitter or Facebook. she says.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 17, 2008

It also means telling the whole story; of using social media as a 'bright light' when dealing with false statements. It's all well and fine believing that your Facebook profile can only be viewed by your friends, but what's to stop one of those friends from copying what you write and posting it elsewhere? del.icio.us.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Employers may be able to glean that you're looking to jump ship by your frenzied activity updating your LinkedIn profile or through a Twitter or Facebook posting that mentions you hate your job and are trying to leave as quickly as possible. But these days it's a much different story.

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On The Job

AUGUST 10, 2009

“They take out their laptops and check out Facebook. Use Facebook to connect only with people you know well in your personal life, such as friends and family. Use Facebook to connect only with people you know well in your personal life, such as friends and family. Weber advises you to: Lead separate lives.

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On The Job

SEPTEMBER 16, 2011

Use social media to get the buzz about an employer. Is Facebook full of comments from disgruntled former employees? All it takes is doing a little investigation, listening to your intuition and asking smart questions. When you begin exploring a new opportunity: • Do some sleuthing.

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On The Job

AUGUST 10, 2010

Maybe you feel pressured with all the things you have to do, but then when you make an honest assessment of your time, you realize youre goofing around on Twitter or Facebook for hours every day. Is Using Social Media at Work a Good Idea? Being honest with yourself. 4 Issues to Consider Before Returning to a Former.

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On The Job

MAY 19, 2010

He began networking through social media like Facebook and LinkedIn, and tried to “keep up with everybody” through e-mail or lunch dates. “I “It isn’t that way anymore. I thought, ‘How the hell do I do this? I know the information is there somewhere.’ I just had to figure it out.”

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On The Job

OCTOBER 14, 2009

He also relies on various forms of communication, ranging from phone conversations to using social media such as Twitter or Facebook. When he feared he was going to lose his job a couple of years ago, he launched a blog to showcase his communication skills and industry knowledge.

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On The Job

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Embrace social media. You may think Twitter is only for posting what you had for lunch or Facebook is only for showing funny photos for your friends. But social media should be another tool you use to enhance your personal brand and make others see you as a tuned-in, interesting professional in your field.

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On The Job

AUGUST 26, 2009

Dramatically increasing in significance and impact are the "social media," particularly LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. Susan, I agree that so many people jump into social media with no clue what to do. Susan, I agree that so many people jump into social media with no clue what to do.

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