On The Job

SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

survey found that more than three-quarters of departing workers wouldn't recommend their employer to others , the worst percentage in five years. While it can pay off to be active on other social networking sites such as Twitter or Facebook, LinkedIn is still a place where most recruiters will go to check out your professional profile.

Telecommuting 100

Telecommuting Resume Cover Letter 2005 100

On The Job

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

I asked for more details and then sent in my resume." Within about 10 minutes of posting the job on Twitter and Facebook , responses from interested job seekers were arriving, which "was so remarkable and so wonderful," he says. They learned a lot about me from my blog — much more than they would with just a resume.

Social Media 100

Social Media Resume Job Hunting Twitter 100

On The Job

OCTOBER 7, 2010

So she revamped her efforts, networking in person several times a week, joining Facebook and LinkedIn to make more connections and letting everyone know she was looking for work. She says she learned of the job through a former colleague on Facebook. I suggested in my cover letter some ideas to pique the employer's interest," she says.

Job Hunting 100

Job Hunting Cover Letter Facebook Interviewing 100