If job applicants could sell themselves in a few words, you would be impressed, no? Well, that’s what a few social media savvy jobseekers are attempting by posting their Twesumes.
Using Twitter as a platform, jobseekers sum up why they should be hired in 140 characters or less. Some list skills and accomplishments, others note what type of job they are seeking, and others go for an out-of-the-box approach (I spotted a Haiku).
Employers can find more information about the jobseeker by clicking on their Twitter bio or visiting their webpage (if they have one).
Skeptical? Before you write off Twesumes, consider the influence of Twitter and other social networks on the workplace. Social media is becoming more integrated into everyday business functions, including HR.
A recent survey conducted by Jobvite reports that 92 percent of U.S. companies are using social networks and media to find talent in 2012, up from 78 percent 5 years ago. While LinkedIn continues to be the major recruiting network, Twitter and Facebook have seen major adoption growth in the past year, according to the survey. More than half (54 percent) of survey respondents use Twitter to find new talent.
Wondering who is utilizing this new job search technique? See for yourself. If you search #Twesume on Twitter, you’ll get a variety of jobseekers from journalists, to IT professionals, to marketers.
What do you think about Twesumes? Tell us below.