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Social networking useful for recruiters and jobseekers

Jobseekers should ensure their business networking profile is professional and current at all times.

The benefits of professional online networking for jobseekers and recruiters was underscored by an industry professional.

Jennifer Ricci, vice-president of employee experience at Kobo, provided insight on the use of social media in recruitment in The Globe and Mail.

She revealed: "The most desired candidates are not searching job boards or reading job ads. They are networking with their colleagues, reading industry news and contributing to online industry discussions." 

Business networking sites - such as LinkedIn or Twitter - are useful sources of information for recruiters to screen potential candidates.

Online networking could help candidates build contacts within companies they are interested in, as well as increase job opportunities.

Jobseekers could incorporate their online business network with their job application, as this can demonstrate your tech skills and professional networking credentials.

Including a LinkedIn URL or link to an online resume on your business card is a great way to stand out to recruiters.

A printing company could even supply jobseekers with uniquely printed business cards for added impact.

Appropriate online behaviour is important for candidates that provide recruiters with their online contact details.

This can be achieved by keeping personal accounts private and refraining from posting sensitive material or anything that could be misinterpreted.