Online Networking

Online Networking Are you one of the 10 million active subscribers on Twitter? Or maybeyou are one of the266 million currently usingFacebook? Perhaps you are one of the47 millionactive users on Linkedin? These and other online networking sites continue to attract users at aphenominal rate.LinkedIn members increased by 143% in one year andyou can be assured that this professional online networking site isbeing used extensively by recruiters and HR professionals. Can you be found? Even if you are not currently in career transition, creating an online presence and establishing your personal brand could position you within a network of very valuable connections. Creating your online profiles requires a substantial investment oftime andestablishing yourpersonal brand is an immeasurable commitment. Since theaverage job search in Canada takes about 18weeks and approximately 80% will secure employment through personal associates and business contacts,what better way to initiate those contacts thanonline? The search capabilities on most of the online networking sites are extensive and will allow you to easily target specific industries and colleagues. As few as 50 connections on Linkedin have the potential to connect you withfriends of friends,(two degrees away)in the thousands and their friends, (three degrees away) in the millions! What are you waiting for? Ifyou see thisas a daunting task, contact Elite Resumesfor professional support. Youronline profile is a critical component in managing a successful, executivecareer.