Online Profiles

 

  

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When you're looking for a job or positioning yourself for career growth, it's important to have an online presence where you can showcase your skills and experience. Your online profiles will also help you connect with contacts who can expedite your jobs search and assist you with moving up the career ladder.

Here are the web sites where you should create an online profile. Do be sure to actively mange your profiles so they are up-to-date. Employers and contacts want to see current information.

Sites Where You Should Have an Online Profile

LinkedIn
LinkedIn is the professional networking site where everyone should have a profile. Here's how to use your LinkedIn profile to increase your visibility, so employers and recruiters can find you.
View LinkedIn Profile

Facebook
Here is best way to use Facebook when you're jobs searching.
View Facebook Profile

VisualCV
A VisualCV is an online resume that includes all the facets of a traditional resume, with add-ons like video, images, and links to your accomplishments.
View a VisualCV

Twitter
A presence on Twitter isn't absolutely necessary, but it can help with your job search and there are employers using it to source candidates.
View Twitter Profile

Your Blog or Web Site
A blog or personal web site that is related to your career interests is a good place to highlight your expertise. Do be careful to keep it relevant, if you're writing it while job searching.
View Blog

By Alison Doyle, About.com Guide