Like it or not, social media research is becoming a recruiting standard among employers when gauging applicants.
In the age of social recruiting:
- 9 out of 10 companies mine online profiles before hiring
- 92% of employers check the applicants' LinkedIn profiles
- 66% of employers check the applicants' Facebook pages
- 53% check out candidates' Twitter profiles
This infographic takes a closer look at how your social score could help you land a job.
(Source: OnlineClasses.org)
From grades in college, to internships, to career advancement (even the presidency)--there's a good chance that it might all come down to your score and how you rank against others.
Has this made you think a little more about your online influence and reputation?
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