Blog Your Way to a Job

: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
: Function ereg() is deprecated in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/file.inc on line 895.
user warning: Unknown column 'u.signature_format' in 'field list' query: SELECT c.cid as cid, c.pid, c.nid, c.subject, c.comment, c.format, c.timestamp, c.name, c.mail, c.homepage, u.uid, u.name AS registered_name, u.signature, u.signature_format, u.picture, u.data, c.thread, c.status FROM comments c INNER JOIN users u ON c.uid = u.uid WHERE c.nid = 2963 AND c.status = 0 ORDER BY c.thread DESC LIMIT 0, 50 in /home/brooks/public_html/modules/comment/comment.module on line 992.
warning: call_user_func_array() expects parameter 1 to be a valid callback, function 'uc_product_edit_access' not found or invalid function name in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/menu.inc on line 452.
warning: call_user_func_array() expects parameter 1 to be a valid callback, function '_stormtask_tasks_access' not found or invalid function name in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/menu.inc on line 452.
warning: call_user_func_array() expects parameter 1 to be a valid callback, function 'uc_product_feature_access' not found or invalid function name in /home/brooks/public_html/includes/menu.inc on line 452.

a Blog entry by kp posted on March 30th, 2009

As ironic as it may seem, unemployment is the ideal time to build up your personal brand. One way job seekers can do this is to create and maintain a blog⁺.

Get Started: Before you create your blog, make sure you read up on the top blogs relevant to your industry．Which types of stories do the bloggers cover? How do they construct their posts? How do they distribute their content - on a syndicated Web site? Or perhaps via Twitter⁺? You'll want to have fresh content and a unique voice on your own blog, but mimicking the best practices of lead bloggers in your field will provide some much-needed guidance if you are new to the blogosphere⁺.

There are a number of free blog hosting services out there for beginners. Wordpress and Blogger are the most popular. Pick a unique and professional name for your blog - save BrownEyedQT243 for AIM - and set up a clean, workable layout.

Provide Value: Blogs pop up everyday but most of them have no objective. Make sure you think of some main goals before you beginning producing content on your blog. If your ultimate goal is to land a job, think about how you plan to get there via your blog. Maybe you will provide commentary and insight on industry trends and join a blog network with others who share your interest. Let your goals guide your content - not the other way around.

Show Off: Once you begin posting on a regular basis, you can include a link to your blog on your resume or cover letter. A sharp and well-written blog will provide employers with insight into your personality at the ease of clicking a link. It will also show them your passion for the industry and willingness to keep up with trends. You might even land an interview through someone you have met through your blog - a fellow blogger or even a reader. Promote your blog through a synchedTwitter stream to reach an even broader audience. Follow target employers on Twitter so you can keep up to date on company news and perhaps provide them with some of your own content, should they follow you back.

Social media⁺ is changing the conventional hiring process in a big way. Show employers you are sharp, passionate and unique by maintaining a blog that provides value to both you and your readers.

Trackback URL for this post:

http://www.helpfulsocial.com/trackback/2963

from Jackpot capitol bonus codes on Fri, 2/05/10 - 3:24pm

Jackpot capitol bonus codes