Who’s This

Girl?

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Are YOU LinkedIn?

Get your ducks in a row.

Human Resources &

LinkedInYou probably have the toughest role in your company when it comes to social

media, not just LinkedIn. Let me explain why . . .

First of all, this is not okay!

The case of John Flexman: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/social-media/8992541/Executive-forced-out-of-job-over-LinkedIn-CV.htmlIn short- you can’t be fired for being active on LinkedIn and you can’t fire someone else for their activity. (unless it violates your social media policy or jeopardizes your company’s reputation!)

RecruitmentHere is some super awesome news

for you!Basically, LinkedIn makes doing the legwork a lot easier and far more accessible than ever. You can cut down on time spent sifting through emails, inquiries and applications while fine tuning your search for the perfect candidate for employment.

You are going to have it easier than this guy . . .

If you build it, they will come

• Develop your network• Stay in touch with former valued and

trusted colleagues for potential future employment relationships

Actively Search for Candidates Using Keyword

SearchesPay attention to what is in your profile. Various fields hinge upon your use of keywords. These can include some or all of your sections i.e., skills, experience, awards and so on. This also makes it practical to search for candidates that fit your criteria.

Having said this, it’s time to-

• Use keywords• People are interested in you too• Be professional and searchable• Take advantage of the job posting

features- yes it has a cost but doesn’t everything?

Develop Your Company's Profile

Search Through References You Trust

You are more likely to find the right person for the job through a connection you know and trust. This can be a colleague, former respected employee, business partner or even a family member. It’s for you to decide!

Ask Your Current Employees to Reach Out on

Their NetworksOnce you post a job on LinkedIn or even decide to use it in another way for recruiting, have your valued employees and business colleagues share it with their network.

Not only does this increase your companies credibility, but it also allows you to reach a greater portion of the job seekers who utilize LinkedIn.

LinkedIn TOOLS for HR

Job PostingJob Seekers Recruiters

Sales Professionals

Concerns-Employees writing each other

recommendations-Employer paranoia-Employees seeking other forms of employment out in the open-Ideas, posts, links= credibility (OR NOT) be careful with what you post-Other companies headhunting your employees- it’s a harsh reality so don’t make yourself crazy!

Don’t have a So what’s the answer? It’s your call- it’s your business!How do you address these concerns? See above!Is it worth it to dive into this world? Yes!

http://www.forbes.com/sites/rawnshah/2010/11/10/the-rising-challenge-of-social-business-to-hr-departments/?partner=contextstory

The Rising Challenge Of Social Business To HR Departments

Links

http://www.shrm.org/legalissues/federalresources/pages/nlrbsocialmediapolicies.aspx

NLRB Cracks down on Social Media Policies

http://www.inquisitr.com/248355/national-labor-relations-board-nlrb-rules-on-social-media-policy-concerted-activity-on-facebook-and-twitter/

National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Rules on Social Media Policy