On The Job Hunt? 6 Branding Tips For Recent College Graduates
College days are already in the past and now you're set to go for the job you have been dreaming of. Your social media is one of the first places that is looked at. Recruiters use it efficiently today to see more of the person they are planning to interview.
In the beginning of your journey you ought to be sure you are creating the right impression by youe social accounts. The content you share, your professional photos, how you demonstrate the areas you are interested in will play a vital role.
You can influence the recruiters and stand out from the other applicants. How? Read along!
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Show more than you write
Companies and recruiters know you as much as you let them know + how much they can collect from social media. Show them you're an interesting person with a lot of curiosity and energy. Show different perspectives of your everyday life. This will help being perceived with more interest. Resumes are important but the images are much stronger than words.
Experience is as important as personality
Although you should be likeable and interesting to be interested in, you also need to show your experience and professionalism. If you apply for a finance position, it is probably quite impressive to show your skills and achievements about numbers. If you are interested in a trainer position, appearing as a public speaker and social awareness are excellent traits to share online.
Know where you want to go
Creating a personal branding around you is mostly about what you want to be perceived as. That's the first thing to find out. Whatever you do now will effect what people think about you. "I want to be a manager" is probably not a clear goal, but maybe try this: "I want to be an inspiring manager & coach in a company that works with young talents and social causes." This will help you shape the image you want to create and present.
There ain't no such thing as "right”
If there is one thing that makes you you, it is your your authenticity. Don't try to someone else, Don't feel pressure to be the "right" one. While doing that, you need to be sure you show your authenticity online as well.
Everybody knows everybody
It is not only a song from The Helio Sequence but also the reality. When I search for someone on Linkedin I rarely come across someone that I have no mutual connections with. Be careful and remember your personal branding core values and where you want to reach when you speak
Influence in social media
Being popular comes with many advantages today. Be brave to speak out about your ideas and also about yourself. Showcase your skills, your expertise, your curiosity, and still remain humble.