3 Tips for Finding New Jobs Using Social Media

Date: 1 October 2023 Author: SushilJobs

Social media platforms have become a place to meet old friends and also to search for jobs.

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Job-focused platforms like Upwork, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn have some features that improve the job search experience.

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Broadening your job search and casting a wide net is always a good idea, when used correctly.

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Network into industry specific groups

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Take advantage of free content

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Start Posting Your Own Content

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A video you post on TikTok could potentially land on your potential manager's "For You page."

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