AC Online: College Student Guide to Professional Social Profiles

Social media is playing a larger part in how companies consider your employment. More hiring managers today are looking at applicants’ social profiles before making hiring decisions. Employers aren’t just looking for blatantly bad behavior, though. They also want to make sure you’ll be a great addition to their team.

In today’s competitive job market, it is important for you to stand out on paper, in person, and even online. In addition to impressive, writing easy-to read resumes and smart, personable cover letters, young professionals need to be aware of what they’re sharing on their social networks.

Besides avoiding negative behaviors, such as posting racy photos, there are things you can do to make yourself more appealing to potential employers. The guide below highlights key places on social profiles where hiring managers look for “red flags”, and offers quick and easy steps to help turn potential disaster into professional success.