Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. If you are currently searching for a new job, social media is likely the last thing on ...

Studies have shown that 92% of companies are using social media for hiring. Whether you’re a recent college graduate or a seasoned professional, social media can be a useful job search tool.

Can you refrain from having an online presence and still find a job and grow your career? Perhaps. But you're making it much ...

Cons of Social Media During a Job Search. It seems every day we hear about another influencer, celebrity or peer who’s made an online gaffe and landed themselves in career hot water.

The importance of personal branding in the job search. Story ... more important than ever. One of the key elements of a successful personal brand is maintaining a consistent presence on social media.

The CIPD argue that HR cannot ignore the debate, and with that I can return to my initial point; Social media platforms like LinkedIn and Twitter are more important to candidates in the job search ...

If you’re wondering whether you should bother polishing your social media accounts before a job hunt, the answer is an all-caps YES. Many hiring managers look at a candidate’s online presence ...

Social media can make or break your career. We’ve all heard at least one story of an employee getting fired over a Tweet or Facebook post. And when you apply to a job, most hiring managers will ...

While job applicants are used to being told to ditch the beer pictures on Facebook, more than half of U.S. companies now are less likely to interview a candidate who has no online presence. A ...