Social networking for job search is gaining more momentum as the number of internet users is increasing by millions each day. Employers and recruiters value this trend and visit the social networking sites more often than before to hunt for the right candidate.
LinkedIn
LinkedIn is the most widely used networking site that brings together job seekers and recruiters for the sole purpose of getting vacancies filled. Job seekers can create profiles, build contacts, view and apply to the jobs posted. They can also carry out company research and get in touch with recruiters to find a suitable job.
FaceBook
You can create a Facebook page that can be viewed by millions of users and prospective recruiters and employers. It is an excellent way to touch base with people beyond your immediate contacts.
Twitter
Having a network of over 3 million users, Twitter is used to sell yourself in less than 140 characters. TwitterJobSearch is a portal where jobs are posted regularly.
MySpace
By becoming a part of the MySpace community, you can use various of its networking features like creating a profile, blogs, groups, forums and browsing through people of you interest.
Ning
Ning is an online service to create, customize, and share a social network. Users have been using the service extensively for job search.
Join these today and start building your network and watch you career take new heights.
