This weekly round up of posts happens to be centered around privacy and job search.
Your online personal reputation is important.
On Thursday I wrote “Who Are You Hiding From and Why” and I need to you do me a favor. I want you to seriously consider your views on this subject.
If you are a Boomer (over 50 years old), are you holding on tight to a belief system that is outdated?
If you are a Millennial (Generation Y or under 25 years old), are you being careless online?
Here are some perspectives I encourage you to explore:
What Are Employers Thinking When They Look At Your Facebook Page from Forbes
New Ways to Think About Online Privacy from NPR
The Power of Transparency In Your Job Search from The Savvy Intern
For Boomers
LinkedIn and Undercover Executive Job Search from Executive Resume Branding by Meg Guiseppi
Private Profiles Finish Last from Forbes
For Millennials
Facebook Can Tell if a Person Is Worth Hiring from Forbes
Tips for All Job Seekers
Social Media in the Hiring Process with Aaron Strout from Dave Cutler’s Blog
Online Security
Got Hacked? 5 Tips To Prevent Phishing In Your Brand from Personal Branding Blog
Using Social Networks to HELP YOU
Yes, social media can help and hurt with your privacy and job search. But since you are already gambling and have social media accounts, it’s worth understanding how to use these channels.
Example of How Pinterest Can Represent Your Personality from Stephanie Schoch’s Pinterest Page
How to Design an Alternative CV on Prezi from Undercover Recruiter
Hannah Morgan speaks and writes about job search and career strategies. She founded CareerSherpa.net to educate professionals on how to maneuver through today’s job search process. Hannah was nominated as a LinkedIn Top Voice in Job Search and Careers and is a regular contributor to US News & World Report. She has been quoted by media outlets, including Forbes, USA Today, Money Magazine, Huffington Post, as well as many other publications. She is also author of The Infographic Resume and co-author of Social Networking for Business Success.
