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Twitter: The 25 most influential recruiters

March 1st, 2010

wefollow has identified the top 25 recruiters.  Log on to Twitter and see if they can help you locate your next job.

  1. Shally Steckerl – @shally
  2. Irina Shamaeva – @braingain
  3. Glen Cathey – @BooleanBlackBlt
  4. AIRS – @AIRSTraining
  5. Steven Rothberg – @StevenRothberg
  6. Jennifer McClure – @CincyRecruiter
  7. Jerry Albright – @Jerry_Albright
  8. Geoff Peterson – @GeoffPeterson
  9. Stephanie Lloyd – @StephanieALloyd
  10. Paul DeBettignies – @MNHeadhunter
  11. Craig Fisher – @Fishdogs
  12. Michael Long – @theredrecruiter
  13. Ryan Leary – @ryanleary
  14. Jim Durbin – @smheadhunter
  15. Shannon Myers – @slcmyers
  16. Sarah Peacey – @RecruitingTruth
  17. Nikki G – @Recruitnik
  18. Todd Kmiec – @toddkmiec
  19. Dawn Mular – @DMular
  20. Jeff Lipschultz – @JLipschultz
  21. Rick Deare – @RickDeare
  22. Peggy McKee – @salesrecruiter
  23. Bruce – @RecruiterBruce

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Twitter: The 25 most influential HR Professionals

February 25th, 2010

Talent Buzz provided a list of the 25 most influential HR Professionals on twitter.  Look at their Twitter postings to get the latest scoop:

  1. Sharlyn Lauby – @hrbartender
  2. Laurie Ruettimann – @lruettimann
  3. Mark Stelzner – @stelzner
  4. SHRM Research – @SHRM_Research
  5. Jennifer McClure – @CincyRecruiter
  6. Debbie McGrath – @dmcgrath
  7. Lance Haun – @thelance
  8. Nora Burns – @PHRSPH
  9. SHRM Public Affairs – @SHRMPA
  10. HR World Today – @hrworldtoday
  11. Halogen Software – @HalogenSoftware
  12. Kurt Kennedy – @KurtKennedy
  13. April Dowling – @adowling
  14. HR Review – @HRreview
  15. HR Software -@effortlesshr
  16. Traci Deveau – @Devoted2HR
  17. Jessica Booth – @HRClubsyd
  18. People Management – @PeopleMgt
  19. David Shepherd – @oldshep
  20. Heather Vogel – @hrwhisperer
  21. Susan Heathfield – @SusanHeathfield
  22. Daily HR Tips – @dailyhrtips
  23. Guy Ellis – @PeopleStuf
  24. Ben Baran – @BenBaran
  25. Diane Pfadenhauer – @hrlawyer

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Twitter: How To Use It For Your Job Search

February 24th, 2010

Marci Rynolds Cover Page Book

Twitter.  It is in the news just about every day.  At seminars, workshops, and networking meeting job seekers are advised to add a Twitter strategy to their job hunt marketing plan. Yet it seems that most people don’t really have any idea how to strategically use the technology to better their chances of landing a job.

Instead of tweeting about your morning trip to Dunkin Donuts develop a strategy that compliments your job seeking goals.  The best place to start on that strategy is to find knowledgeable resources that can educate you on the best uses of Twitter.  A former NEJS blog contributor, Marci Reynolds, has recently written and released an eBook that can act as a guide as you move into the Twitter world.

Although there are many books in circulation covering how to use Twitter for business this new eBook,  “How To Use Twitter For Your Job Search” , is one of the few resources dedicated to the unique needs of job seekers.

The eBook covers topics such as increasing your online visibility (SEO) with Twitter, finding real time job postings on Twitter, connecting with recruiters on Twitter and creating and implementing your tweet content strategy.  For a better idea of what the book covers View the Table of Contents.

“How To Use Twitter For Your Job Search” is available now for immediate download for just $5.00, with secure PayPal processing.  You can also buy a Kindle version from Amazon.com.

About Marci Reynolds

Marci is the CEO of J2B Marketing, a “Job Seeker 2 Business”™ Internet Marketing Services Firm based in Greater Boston, Massachusetts. She has written a significant number of blog posts about the importance of social media and your job search on www.j2bmarketing.com and, more recently, on the award winning website, www.job-hunt.org. She is also a sought-after speaker on the topic of using social media for your job search at career education and networking functions. Writing and publishing “How To Use Twitter For Your Job Search” was the next step in her quest to better educate job seekers on this important and timely topic.  Before launching J2B Marketing, Reynolds was VP, North American Sales Operations at Monster.com, the leading online careers website.

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Twitter: 30 Tweet Ideas

February 5th, 2010

By Jackie Simmonds, Blog Editor

Jackie SimmondsSo you have bought into the social media thing; your profile is polished and up on LinkedIn, your Facebook page has been appropriately tweaked, and you are moving on to Twitter.  And then you draw a blank.  What on earth can you tweet about several times a day that will interest your followers, gain you new followers, and show that you are a thought leader?

Newbie twitter block is a common occurrence when you are first starting out.  You haven’t found your rhythm yet and it shows!  Don’t worry, when writers block strikes turn to an article that Heather Buckley wrote offering 30 tweeting ideas guaranteed to get the keys moving again.

1. Write helpful Tweets

At least half of your tweets should be an answer, a response, or some kind of communication or dialogue. Remember it’s about relationships.

2. Create a tweet when you upload a new blog post

Let everyone know what you are writing about, and make the tag line snappy. Next time you are wondering which links to click on in twitter ask yourself why you chose them, make a note then use the same technique.

3. Tweet other peoples blog posts

Every time you read something you think is interesting, useful or fascinating – tweet it.

4. Show you care

Often people let you know if they are having a bad day, say something supportive or cheering.

5. Be interesting

What do people want to read about? Look back over your tweets and make a note of the ones that got attention. to do this go to Topsy and type in your twitter name to find your most re-tweeted tweets. Alternatively type in another user  name and learn from their successes.

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LinkedIn: Finding the Right Groups

January 3rd, 2010

I think we all agree that LinkedIn is a great tool.  With time of the essence it is really important that you approach the groups section strategically otherwise you can easily be overwhelmed with emails on group activities.  How do you find the right groups?

Dan DeMaioNewton recently published a list on Better Jobs Faster of LinkedIn groups that he feels are critical for job seekers.  Use it to augment your existing list of groups.

Top LinkedIn Groups for Job Search

A Job Needed – A Job Posted
About.com Job Search and Careers
Career Change Central
Career Rocketeer / Career Launch Network
CleanTechies Around The World
Consultants Network
Corporate Recruiters. #1 Group for Corporate Recruiters.
E-Recruitment Group (Post Jobs) (Post Resumes)
Executive Suite
Financial Services Career Center
Indeed.com
Job Interview Mastery
Job Openings, Job Leads and Job Connections!
JobAngels
JobsDirectUSA
Linking The LaidOff
Looking for a job?
MBA Highway | MBA & Recruiter Network
Renewables Job Market
ResumeMaker Career Network
Star:Candidate for Hire
The Talent Buzz

Dan has also created a list of subgroups that can greatly increase your chances of meeting people who can help with your job search.  A Subgroup is usually created as a Regional, Professional/Industry, or Special Interest category within a Group. Most groups have Subgroups. To join a Subgroup, you must be a member of its parent Group.

» Read more: LinkedIn: Finding the Right Groups

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LinkedIn Profile Makeover Tips for Sales Job Seekers, “Video Blog”

November 4th, 2009

by Marci Reynolds, CEO of J2B Marketing

Online Job Search, Social Media Educator For NEJS

Are you a Sales Leader or Sales Representative Job Seeker who may need a LinkedIn Profile makeover?

I recently reviewed more than 50 LinkedIn Profiles from Sales Professionals across the United States to look for trends and best practices. This review uncovered two key observations: Many Sales Professionals are using the exact same language to describe their skills and experience and therefore are not differentiating themselves from other Sales Professionals.

I also found that the language in many sales profiles was basic, and used what I’ll call “worn out words and phrases”. These are words that you see time and time again and as a result they start to lose their power and meaning.

Learn more about my findings, and more importantly, my recommendations for sales job seekers, by clicking on the video blog photo below. Enjoy!

linkedin video

About J2B Marketing

J2B Marketing is a “Job Seeker 2 Business”™ Internet Marketing Services Firm based in Greater Boston, Massachusetts and offering services virtually across the United States. From LinkedIn profile makeovers to launching Twitter strategies, J2B harnesses the latest internet and marketing communication tools available to help Job Seekers get back to work faster. The firm is led by Marci Reynolds, previously VP North America Sales Operations at Monster.com. Learn more at www.j2bmarketing.com.

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