What the internet can say about you

Social networks are used to obtain additional information about the qualifications of an employee and provide informal information about him. Most often, this tool is used in large companies with a western management style. But this does not mean that the leadership of a small organization will not look at your profile in one of the social networks.

Many recruiters are distrustful of this practice. Search and assessment of the profile can take a very long time, and the accuracy of the assessment of professional qualities will not be very accurate. Since the information is submitted subjectively, it is impossible to verify its reliability.
Chance

However, finding people on social networks can have another purpose. Many indicate on their pages work experience, positions, professional interests, write notes on work activities. Therefore, social networks can be considered as additional platforms for finding employees. This is a good reason to keep your profiles tidy. Indeed, without expecting it yourself, you can fall into the field of vision of the employer.
Moral issue

Most candidates consider this assessment method incorrect, and dissatisfied with the invasion of personal space. This can be understood, few people will like that the employer will study their personal information, photos, videos, analyze hobbies and opinions. On the other hand, this information is posted voluntarily in the public domain.

It should be borne in mind that the decision regarding the candidate is unlikely to be made on the basis of only one profile on the social network. Everything works together. And most likely the information about the candidate from the Internet will only confirm the positive impression after the interview.
Caution

So that information on the Internet does not work against you, but you remain yourself, you need only the right approach. Work.ua recommends that you study privacy settings that will allow you to restrict access to some albums with photos and other information. After all, you yourself can decide who and what learns about you.

Try not to speak out publicly about the former or current employer, do not give names and, of course, it is better to avoid direct insults and criticism, respect commercial secrets.
Opportunities

Professional publications, thematic comments, communication in specialized circles and similar activity will certainly increase your chances of finding a job.

Especially profiles on the Internet work well for people of creative professions: photographers, illustrators, designers, etc.


Of course, not every employer will study your pages on social networks. And everyone decides what is more important - freedom of expression or image. But do not forget about the significance of the information that you post for general consideration. Information obtained from the Internet can supplement the opinion of a person as a specialist and a person who will fit or not fit into the team, will or will not be suitable for the performance of their tasks. In any case, do not be upset if you are denied work because of some video with your participation that was shot on a recent bachelor party. So you would not have taken root in this place, but only got unpleasant experience.