Microblog job seeking refers to a new form of job searching. Netizens post their resume on a microblog site and tweet the posts to their desired employers. It's fast, easy and doesn't cost anything, but it also has a very slim chance of success.
Getting your dream job after university isn’t just about a first class degree and a killer CV, these days it is also about networking and contacts. Here are some strategies for you to get a better shot.
While setting up your microblog account, spend some time on deciding a strategic name, picture and biography. If you’re after a professional appearance, you won’t be taken seriously if your name is ‘fluffybunii123’ and your profile picture is of you and your friends on a drunken night out. Go for a simple picture and your full name. Your biography is only 160 characters, so make it snappy, witty and add your personal aspirations. Employers in your particular industry will spot this straight away.
Most of the big names and companies you follow won’t follow you back straight away. The best way for you to get noticed by them is to re-tweet or reply to some of their posts, but try to avoid looking like a stalker, and only choose tweets that are relevant to you or your career.
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