Top 10 Global Companies Recruiting on Facebook

Top 10 Global Companies Recruiting on Facebook The performance findings for major global recruiting companies  on Facebook, has been released for 2014 by The Social Recruitment Monitor created by Maximum EMG. The top 10 list of recruiting companies has been formed, using the average SRM index scores over the last year. This identifies the best performing companies by social media channel. The top 5: Marriott International. Walt Disney Careers Hewlett Packard G4S United Nations Global monthly active users: In addition to this, Facebook has the most active monthly users worldwide with 1350 million, YouTube comes close second with 1000 million and Pinterest comes last with nearly 30 million. People are using Facebook to hire, engage and check out potential candidates, before and even after interviews. This along with the 2014 Social Recruitment Management Benchmarking Survey  found that Facebook was used by more than 80% of their respondents and employer brand engagement is the main reason that companies are involved in social recruitment, especially on Facebook. Networks such as LinkedIn are used more for direct sourcing. Most employers use social to communicate about job information and company events. The posts decreased from 2013 to 2014 and this is suggested to be because a lot of companies are using sponsored updates. In addition to this, the most frequent content being posted is about company or industry news and photos of employees in the workplace. As shown above, engagement on Facebook has increased from 1,219 in 2013 to 1,240 in 2014. This is suggested to be because pages become more popular overtime, which eventually encourages more engagement. Overall, we can see that Facebook is clearly a popular social platform for recruitment companies and as time goes on, social networks for recruitment are becoming more active and being used as an essential tool for their brand.

Goal Alignment - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Goal Alignment - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Your goals are how you measure success. They are the objectives you set for yourself, either in the short-term or long-term of your career. When you evaluate your goals, make sure they are attainable and are noteworthy. For instance, if you want to be an accountant, your short term goal could be go obtain your CPA or to get your masters in accounting. Short-term goals could last anywhere from a few days to a few years, depending on your situation and requirements. With long-terms goals, you are looking out into the future, as to whom you would like to be in 10 20 years, what your desired job might be or where you will relocate to. These are all decisions you will make over a period of time, based on your current situation and your desired outcome. By creating your goals, you are giving yourself something to measure success and achievement. Goal alignment is critical to the achievement of long-term goals. Short-term and long-term goals must be aligned, which will create an underlying strategy that you will live by. For instance, if you are destined to be a Lawyer, you notice that you will need some additional education and a possible internship to get into that field. Those are both your short-term goals and your long-term goal might be to have your own practice. The key is that both align, and that your short-term goals support the overall effort, so that you end up where you want to be.

Things Ive Learned about Business from Hiking - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Things I’ve Learned about Business from Hiking - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Summer is THE time to get your hike on in the Pacific Northwest. The rest of the year is pretty good for hiking too, but summer days are often clear and have the best views. Like all great plans for fun they seem to take a back seat to other plans. As such… my son and I had a long list of hikes we wanted to do throughout the summer. As it turns out we didn’t get to start on them until late in the season. However, we did a few that had been on our list. Some were easy, as expected. Some were hard, as expected. Some were EXTREMELY HARD… just as we were told and read. What I learned from these outings are what drove me to write this post. I realized that there are similarities and parallels to business and hiking. Some of these points, perhaps all of these points, may help you as you go back to school, start a new job or seek to excel in your current role. Some of the skills from hiking include working with other people, setting goals  â€" individually and as a group, and being able to both take the lead and take directions when the time is right. My tips are  in the format of Hiking Points Lessons Learned and a Business Tip (BizTip) to wrap it up: Planning, sharing and goal setting Figure out what you want to do and where you want to go. Set high goals Don’t worry if they are not accomplished on the first outing. Not every peak can be scaled in one burst. Don’t forget the 10 Essentials for hiking… there are  analogues for business here too. Sharing your plans is critical in the event of an emergency. BizTip: Planning is critical.  When, Where, Who and How Long are all important to know. Also,  a good  reality check is to try and identify  some of the challenges before you go. Doing so  can save a lot of time and heartache down the road. Trying to anticipate challenges beforehand will allow you to try and ask questions  that may allow you to avoid them.  The benefit of sharing your plans is that you empower others to help you along the way. Fuel re-fuel Think before you go. From your Planning Sharing session think about how long you will be gone and decide what you will eat  â€" Before, During and After the hike. Also, think about what else you may need to “consume” maps, plans, routes, waypoints, etc. before and during the hike. On one of our hikes that was particularly grueling we realized we need a little more oomph during the hike. We now have added 2 Gel’s on the way up and 2 Gel’s on the way down philosophy. This is in addition to the food we bring for lunch and any other snacks. We realized our bodies were talking to us and adjusted. BizTip:  We adapted our plans and learned. Things can change.   We need to adapt with them. Thinking time During each  hike there are long sections where you are walking with your own thoughts. I find these to be great times to reflect on a lot of different things. I try not to let the drudgery and challenges of the hike weigh me down. Effectively some of  these hikes are solo efforts within a group. However, the goal is always the same. BizTip: Even though the players may be separated everyone should still know the goal. Good communication matters. Ask questions, be social and give back By my nature I’m a pretty social guy. I will say hello to other people on the trail. I’ll step aside and let them have a clear path past me. Even when I’m dead tired… I make the effort. On a recent hike I was developing blisters on my heels. As I thought of ways to fix this myself I dug into my pack and realized that I did indeed have band-aids, but upon pulling them out they were defective (from being in the pack for a long time). So, I asked everyone that went by me if they had any band-aids. There weren’t many people on the trail on this day, but eventually hikers came by and had some. They were nice enough to share (think give back). We often encounter other people on the trails. When I encounter them on the way down I always say hello, interact and depending upon where we are I offer to take pictures of them. Everyone loves pictures to remember their hikes and who they are with  â€" especially on the tough ones. BizTip: It’s common sense. Be nice. If someone needs help… offer it. If you need help… ask for it. Everyone wants to be successful and to commemorate those moments of success. (Never) give up There are times where it may be logical to give up, but my suggestion is… NEVER Give Up. Yes, you can make changes and retreat, but if you are truly committed… you will NEVER Give Up. On the hike to Mailbox Peak, which is often stated as one of the more difficult climbs in the Pacific Northwest, I was close to calling it a day a few times. The three main reasons I can see for giving up on a hike are: Mechanical  â€" There are times when your gear fails. In my case I had gnarly blisters on each heel. Was that a good enough reason to give up? Not to me… I pressed on. Mental  â€"  During the hike I was not sure how much farther it was to the top. My mind was telling me to quit, but I knew  my son was ahead of me and waiting.  I pressed on. Physical  â€" As I approached the summit my left leg was starting to cramp up. It was a temporary inconvenience. Again… I pressed on. BizTip: We can always find excuses to stop, turn around or quit. There will be times to re-adjust the goal posts, but for the truly  committed… NEVER Give Up. Keep your eyes on the prize. “People say you can’t go back but what happens if you get to the cliff and you take one step forward. Or you turn 180 degrees and take one step forward…. Which is progress?”  â€" Doug Tomkins in 180 ° SOUTH Key points to remember Leave something in the tank In the case of hiking… enough energy  so that you can get down the trail. There are people trained in the art of search and rescue. My son happens to be one of them. However, I would prefer they help the people that really need it. Plan wisely. Reality Check: Don’t bite off more than you can chew. Yes, push the envelope. Yes, set high goals. However, don’t let your ambition risk your overall goal. You have a choice As you set your hiking goals and business goals remember… no one forced you to be here. You do have a choice. Smile and move forward. Choose Wisely. When done right and everything goes as planned you will be successful. This is a good thing.  When done slightly less than right… you will learn a lot along the way. This is OK too.  The “learning lessons” are what make you valuable as a hiker and and a business person. The adversity and challenges you face make you stronger. People you hike with and work with will realize that  you know how to adjust, adapt and succeed. See you on the trails or in the boardroom. Author: Jeff   is a veteran in the Enterprise Content Management industry. Over the past 20 years he has worked with customers and partners to design, develop and deploy solutions around the world. Jeff is currently the Director of Strategic Alliances at Winshuttle. He has worked for Microsoft, FileNet (IBM), K2, Captaris, Open Text, Kofax and Kodak. He speaks and blogs about ECM and the Intersection between Social, Mobile and Cloud Computing.

4 Simple Ways to Project Authority - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

4 Simple Ways to Project Authority - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career “Power” [noun] (1) The ability to do something or act in a certain way (2) The ability to direct or influence the behavior  of others or the course of events Power has a bad rep in the workplace. Too many terrible managers have made too many people associate authority with arrogance and autocracy. But, as the dictionary definition shows, power is synonymous with success. Having authority means you are able to implement your ideas,   lead teams, work autonomously and be recognized and respected. Moreover, projecting authority is not about forcing other people to do your bidding. It’s about painting yourself as a capable, knowledgeable worker. It’s about indicating your suitability for a promotion. It’s as important a trait for the office intern to cultivate as a company CEO. 1) Hold Power Positions Power positions = confidence. Lift your chest, hold your head up high, put your arms on your hips, and you’ll instantly feel more powerful. Take the same stance in meetings or interviews and you’ll exude self-assurance and authority. Using body language as a success strategy can sound like a fad, but it is rooted in nature; all animals read others by the way they hold themselves. When we assume a power pose, our testosterone levels increase and cortisol level decrease. These hormone changes make us more assertive and more willing to take risks. 2) Eliminate Tentative Language Don’t maybe eliminate tentative language. Don’t somewhat eliminated tentative language. Eliminate it. Businesses are not philosophy departments. When you know a piece of information, present it as the fact it is. This makes you look competent. When you’re expressing an opinion, speak firmly and with conviction. Using assertive language does not stop you being polite or listening respectfully to the ideas of your colleagues; it makes you sound like you know what you’re talking about. When we water down our statements we sound like we don’t have full faith in our opinion. And if we don’t believe completely in our idea, why should anyone else? 3) Hold Yourself to Your Own Standards True authority is earned, not imposed. If you don’t hold the respect of those around you, they will turn against you at the first opportunity. Respect is not lost by disagreeing with someone, or asking them to complete an undesirable task, or giving constructive critical feedback. Respect is lost by treating others differently to yourself. The prerogative of a manager is to set the rules, not to break them. If you expect your employees to be at their desks at 9am sharp, be at your desk at 9am sharp. If you want them to take notes in meetings, take notes in meetings. If you don’t exemplify the example you wish your colleague to follow, demanding they meet those standards will only generate resentment. 4) Always Be Prepared It is a truism that ‘those who fail to prepare, prepare to fail’. Picture a powerful person. Are they flustered, confused, or stunned? Exactly. If you aren’t projecting calmness, collectiveness, and certainty, you aren’t projecting authority. While you cannot plan for every eventuality, putting several practices into place will help you take surprises in your stride. Staying on top of industry news and trends, and keep an eye on your competitors, will allow you to hazard a guess about the direction the business should be moving. Keep anything you need regularly (such as smart shoes for meetings) in your desk. And always have a Plan B, for everything from transport routes to idea pitches to sudden printer failure. Beth Leslie writes graduate careers advice for Inspiring Interns, a graduate recruitment agency specializing  in matching candidates to their dream internship. Check out their graduate jobs listings for roles. Or; if you’re looking to hire an intern, have a look at their innovative Video CVs.

Writing a Resume That Gets You Hired

Writing a Resume That Gets You HiredWhen it comes to writing a resume, it is all about attention to detail. After all, we know the importance of having the right details. We all want to get the jobs we want and you do not want to be out of work because you did not write a good resume. The more accurate you are in your resume writing, the better chance you have at getting the job.For one thing, it is necessary to know what to include on your resume. Most people just write anything they want on there. You should be careful with what you put on there, as you will want to use this information in your job search. If you do not know what to include, then it is time to ask an expert to help you out.The second thing to remember when it comes to resume writing is that you should write a cover letter. You should always include a cover letter with your resume, so you can get a job interview. This is the letter that goes out to the employer and has them seeing you for the job. It is also used as a way to get your resume noticed. If you do not have one, then make sure you get one, or if you cannot get one, create one for yourself.One of the last things you should remember when it comes to resume writing is that you should have a short, clear and concise resume. It should not contain too much information, as this will only make your resume a waste of time. What you should do is focus on these three points and you will soon see the differences between your resume and your potential employer's resume.The first thing you need to do is decide what you want to say on your resume. Your main points are going to be the most important and should make up over 90% of your resume. Other details are going to be what you do not want to emphasize so it should be avoided.For example, you want to highlight your skills. So do not go into too much detail in your skill list. You can leave out that point and focus on the rest of your resume.Now that you know what you want to focus on, you can no w work on the details. Make sure your resume is brief and to the point. You do not want to spend too much time listing the things you can do, so you should write it down as simply as possible.When it comes to resume writing, it is all about taking the details and making them into a very strong resume. This is because you want the employer to see that you are the right person for the job. Do not leave anything out, as you want to give your potential employer something to think about when they get to read your resume.

Summary Sunday Are You Job Search Ready

Summary Sunday Are You Job Search Ready The bar has been raised when it comes to job search. Being job search ready requires more than polishing your resume. Instead, its going to take planning and a clear focus in order to run a successful job search. If you are an active job seeker or just someone who wants to see what else is out there, this collection of posts will help you update your job search strategy. Youll find job search tips and help with LinkedIn and social media. Heres help to get you job search ready! JOB SEARCH Each of these posts highlights what you need to do to stand out in your job search. Four Ways to Go the Extra Mile and Get Hired by Virginia Franco | Career Metis The New Rules for Today’s Successful Job Search by Career Coach Cafe | YouTern 11 Tips For Switching Industries In Your Career  by Roy Cohen  | CareerCloud SOCIAL MEDIA Social media shouldnt be dismissed. Through the eyes of a recruiter, learn the good and bad sides of having a presence on social media. The Impact of Social Media on Recruiters and Your Next Employer by Jeffrey Lipschultz | Job-Hunt.org LINKEDIN Sure, LinkedIn is the number one professional networking site. But it is a valuable job search tool too! 4 Ways to Find Job Opportunities on LinkedIn by Arnie Fertig | Job-Hunt.org CAREER How are you developing yourself and expanding what you know? Your growth is too important to ignore, so find the right book to take you to the next level in yor career. 12 Books That Will Help You Advance Your Career, No Matter What Level Youre On by The Muse | Inc.

Year-end Career Review

Year-end Career Review Whether you are happy in your current career or you are thinking about making a change, now is a good time to evaluate the past year. Many people set goals in the beginning of the year, but I am suggesting that you evaluate your performance more comprehensively. You should review 1) what went well, 2) what could have gone better and 3) what you are going to do differently in next year. Going through this evaluation then enables you to set appropriate goals for the upcoming year. How do I evaluate the past year? Looking back if you evaluated your career last year, review what you wrote down. Specifically: What did you want your career to look like at the end of this year? What were your goals? Are those goals still relevant and did you accomplish any? What aspects of your career look the way you hoped and expected? What aspects are off and do not look the way you hoped? Why didn’t those aspects turn out the way you wanted? If you didnt review your career last year, thats fine. Try to answer those questions and make sure you write them down so you can evaluate them next year. The last part of your evaluation should cover topics such as: What accomplishments are you the most proud of? What lessons did you learn this year? What skills did you gain? What was the biggest risk you took this year? If you needed to sum up your career this year in one sentence, what would it say? How do I evaluate my career going forward? Looking forward since you just reviewed the past you have a much better idea of what you expect next year. Now starting thinking about your goals and write down answers to the following: What do I want to do more of next year? Less of? What personal and professional goals do you want to achieve next year? More importantly, why do you want to achieve those goals? What do you want your career to look like next year? How will you hold yourself accountable and ensure this happens? As you probably imagined, this shouldnt be a quick process. In fact, the more time you spend evaluating and planning the more focused and granular your plan for next year will become. This is why many career coaches are busy this time of year helping people find the time for this exercise while guiding them through these questions and other questions that may come up. Best of luck to you next year and happy new year!