outside the box job searching - qr codes & pinterest

QR Codes & Pinterest:

What do these have to

do with finding a job?

Sarah Rach-Sovich

Job Search is:

A personal marketingcampaign!

First of all…

QR Code: 2-dimensional “quick response” code that contains a set of data (text, numbers or a hyperlink)

They are read through Smartphone apps

My E-folio and LinkedIn

Try this business card…

Put it on…

A creative way to market yourself – it gets you noticed!

Gives you a competitive edge Encourages actual contact (link to a contact form) Possible hiring managers can get to you any time (on

the go) vs. just at their computer You give them access to a TON more info You will project an image of being technologically vital Help them find the real you (multiple names) There are ways to check out who is checking you out

Back up… Why??

What else can you do with them?

You can even get fancy!

I’m sold… how do I get one?

www.QRStuff.com

Is this really catching on?

From a marketing standpoint… this is

HUGE!

From a Job Search Standpoint

Again… I want to know WHY?Creates a brandShows areas of expertiseTerrific visual connection!

Show examples of your work LinkedIn Electronic portfolio Websites/blogs

Shows you have some technology skills

Once you are set up…

Create boards

Download the “Pin It” button

Comments

Repins

Weekly emails:

Use imagesUse image captionsUpload strategicallyExpand your portfolioShow your passionAdd boardsStay up-to-date

Tips for using PinterestTo enhance your job search

USE IMAGES

USE IMAGE CAPTIONS

UPLOAD STRATEGICALLY

EXPAND YOUR PORTFOLIO

SHOW YOUR PASSION

ADD BOARDS

Just like every other online site…Creating it isn’t enoughIt is about engagingIt’s a living thing… not meant to be static

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