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Founder David is on the Job Hunt

David Gallant — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 22:06:56 +0000

NPR and the Hunt

David Gallant — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:25:49 +0000

Recent, National Public Radio had a piece about social media and the job search.

“Social networks are becoming a prime place to search for jobs as unemployment numbers continue to rise. Whether its through blogs, Twitter or Facebook, people are seeking out potential employers through alternative online sources.”

Social Media Panel Discussion

David Gallant — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 12:31:40 +0000

Today our founder David Gallant will be discussing the interaction between social media and the job hunt. Using the internet is vitally important to finding a job because it allows applicants to stand out of the crowd and be noticed. Also, many employers look to Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter for a first phase of research. David will be discussing how he connected with his current employer, a Boston area Marketing and PR agency with the use of Twitter.

The panel consists of David Gallant(GARFIELD GROUP), Rory Keohane(OAT PR), and Jeff Taylor(EONS, TRIBUTES, MONSTER)

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It is said that it is nearly impossible to find a job while cold-calling HR representatives and that having a connection to a company is a necessity to finding that perfect career. Using social networking tools like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, this session will cover in great detail ways to leverage the system to your advantage. Our speakers are at the heart of the online job hunt industry, having founded their own websites for job searchers or serving as examples of successful social media ventures. Don’t miss out on the chance to hear their experiences and discuss tactics for the job hunt for both employers and future employees.

MITX Digital Combine

Jobs In Social Media Dot Com

David Gallant — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:11:29 +0000

This website looks like a great network of HR reps and unemployed social media specialists looking to network!

www.Jobsinsocialmedia.com

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This is a social network and job board for those interested in working in the social media industry.

Social Media Jobs are rising

With social media becoming a major player in how people communicate and interact with each other, its natural that this industry needs a marketplace like this where people can lay the groundwork for social media jobs and be found.

As a member you can join a start a discussion, search for candidates, or promote your expertise. Or feel free to post to blog with news about social media or your job announcement . Lets build this community together!

All blog posts and users will be monitored to ensure only social media content is added. Job posts on blogs and forums are not allowed.

www.Jobsinsocialmedia.com

Join NSR on Linkedin

David Gallant — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:38:30 +0000

The New School Resume is now on the largest professional social network: Linkedin!!!

Join our Group Profile on LinkedIn.

Mitx Digital Combine

David Gallant — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:28:35 +0000

At this event, participating companies have the opportunity to showcase their capabilities, and talk to current or future individuals in the digital industry. Job seekers have the opportunity to attend a series of afternoon panels designed specifically to educate them with the skills they need to stay competitive in today’s market.

Who Should Attend:

* Job seekers who want to understand the techniques,
game plans and strategies to be competitive
* Recent grads, college seniors or seasoned professionals
interested in marketing, media, planning, sales, web
design and development, creative, SEO, information
architecture and more
* Employers who need to scout the best talent on the field

Found your job using social networking?

David Gallant — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 15:58:13 +0000

If you did, please use our Contact Form and let us know! We at NewSchoolResume are looking for stories of social networking used to expose your resume and work experience to a future employer!

How To Get A Job-Social Media Style

David Gallant — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:51:07 +0000

As you may know, Ignite Social Media is a close knit group who has grown rather quickly in the last year. Since I started, the agency has doubled and we’re still growing. In that time, we have chosen carefully to ensure we’re getting people that are the perfect fit for each opening and it hasn’t been easy. I know that when I get a huge batch of resumes there must be someone in the lot that could do the job at hand, but none stand out and I still struggle to pull a few decent options out of the mix. Getting a job is about marketing yourself successfully, which is more important than ever as the applicant pool begins to swell in this economy. So, with that in mind, I figured I’d share my advice for getting a job using social media.

Continue at IgniteSocialMedia.com

Use Twitter #Hashtags To Find A Job

David Gallant — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 14:59:53 +0000

There are three hashtags that can come in handy to someone on a search for a new job. Keeping an eye on #rtjobs, #jobangels and #jobs can give you a look at who’s looking to actively recruit on Twitter. Even recruiters from companies like AT&T have started posting job listings, often labeling them with #jobs. While #jobs may be the most obvious tag, there’s a reason behind both #jobangels and #rtjobs tag.

Continue Here- www.stevereports.com

Resume 2.0

David Gallant — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 14:47:52 +0000

There is now a new resume. The traditional static document that is carefully crafted to summarize your specific experience and expertise is being replaced. Instead, we have Resume 2.0. It is the combination of your public profiles, life streaming your social activity, and what the search engines say about you. Much like Google is now your new corporate home page, your social activity and search engine results are your new resume. Resume 2.0

http://www.kenburbary.com/2009/03/the-long-tail-effect-on-resume-20/