Social Media for Your Student and Graduate Job Search

by Marielle Kelly

Overview

If you want to help your students use social media to get ahead in their job search, look no further than this book. Taking readers through each of the major social networking sites, from LinkedIn and Twitter to Pinterest and Instagram, it provides jargon-free advice at every step, enabling readers to make effective use of these platforms for career research and networking. Illustrated with practical exercises and sample profiles throughout, this book will teach students how to manage their online presence, identify and communicate their brand and connect effectively with employers.

This is an essential resource for current students or graduates who are looking for part-time jobs, summer internships, industrial placements or graduate jobs.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781137472373
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	11/24/2015
Series:	Career Skills
Edition description:	1st ed. 2016
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Marielle Kelly is a Career Adviser at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland. She has created and delivered popular workshops on using LinkedIn and Twitter to find employment and has trained a large number of students to increase social media literacy. She is also a freelance career consultant and LinkedIn trainer.
Marielle Kelly is a Career Adviser at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland. She has created and delivered popular workshops on using LinkedIn and Twitter to find employment and has trained a large number of students to increase social media literacy. She is also a freelance career consultant and LinkedIn trainer.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Becoming Social Media-savvy
1. Social Media for Your Job Search
2. Define Your Brand
3. Put Your Brand Online
4. Boost Your Job Search
5. Career Connections
6. Make the Most of LinkedIn
7. Make the Most of Twitter
8. Make the Most of Blogging
9. Make the Most of Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram and Video CVs.

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

This excellent book enables students to begin to bridge that divide between using social media in a very personal, informal way, to using it for professional and career development. Implementing its lessons cannot guarantee career success but will definitely optimise your chances.' - The Irish Times

'Incredibly clear and comprehensive book, jam-packed with practical tips and advice for any student who wants to use social media to their advantage in securing career opportunities and employment.' - Customer review

'It's well written book and an enjoyable read too. It will bring value to those that take the time to read it.' - Simon Cocking, Irish Tech News