Whether we like it or not, social media surrounds us. It can be tricky to determine where personal social media ends and business social media begins. Yes we all know LinkedIn, and even Levo League, are tools for career networking and searching for jobs, but what about Twitter, Instagram, Periscope or Snapchat? How can they be valuable in shaping our future badass career?<\/p>\n
Long gone are our separated channels of career and life. The lines are becoming increasingly blurred, with work from home days, virtual offices and shared office spaces popping up everywhere, across many sectors. We need to embrace that and strategize how we can make it work for us\u201dbecause it is possible to do it well.<\/p>\n
If you’re not using social media in some form to shape a narrative about who you are and what you believe in, you need to. And here’s why it will help your career:<\/p>\n
Recruiters and hiring managers can get an idea of who you are as a person<\/strong><\/p>\n We’ve all been there: applying to jobs with over a thousand\u00a0applicants with the exact same qualifications. How can you stand out? While you can’t be certain hiring managers are spending the time checking out your socials or googling your name, there is still a possibility, one which you should take full advantage of. Depending on what field you’re in, it can be a good idea to include your Twitter or Instagram on your resume to show a good overview of who you are while showcasing some of your interests.<\/p>\n