No matter where you are in the world, people are
talking about Facebook. This social media phenomenon has invaded every square
inch of our planet, Facebook is everywhere. You are of an unusual minority if
you do not currently have a Facebook account. With its widespread popularity
and unavoidable presence, it’s not a surprise that Facebook is an excellent
platform for promoting oneself and showcasing personal and professional expertise.
Even though I’ve had a Facebook page for a few
years now, I have never thought of using it to promote myself in a business
sense. That changed today when I created a professional Facebook page for my
communications class. I’ve uploaded a picture of my page using my newly created
Flikr account. This page is not a profile;
it’s just one page that is somewhat of an electronic resume or business card.
It gives potential employers the opportunity to check out your skills, work
experience and references in a to-the-point, easy to access resume. As a job
seeker, you are able to reach those who may have been previously unreachable. A
note of caution, remember to update privacy settings, photos of last weekend
are the last thing your future boss needs to see. A professional page should be
just that, professional.
ALES prof, a photo by jenv8 on Flickr.
For further information about how Facebook can be used as a useful professional resource, check out Hilary’s blog.
