10 Ways Twitter Can Help You In Your Job Search

Much has been written about finding a job on Twitter

. That might work for a few people but in my estimation Twitter is just one more networking tool to use in your job search. It can help you to widen your circle of network connections and help you to identify good contacts. It is then up to you to deepen the relationship and find the job. Twitter is just one step in relationship building.

The most important thing to remember is to have a strategy with Twitter. It can be a huge time waster unless you know what you want to do and how much time is a good investment for you.

Used properly it can help you in your job search. Here are 10 Ways it can help:

1. Twitter allows you to have a relationship with previously unknown people. It doesn't replace networking. It is merely the first step in uncovering someone you might want to establish a face to face relationship with. Have a Twitter strategy that fits your over all job search plan.

2. Twitter allows you to stay connected with contacts. You do this by sending Tweets with up to date progress messages about your job search. Be sure to ask those you meet or speak with by phone to follow you on Twitter.

3. Twitter forces you to be brief in stating your thoughts by limiting you to 140 characters. Can you give your value proposition that succinctly? With Twitter less is more.

4. Start by giving value without requiring anything in return. Job seekers send tips or ideas from their area of expertise. In networking you give to get. Twitter is just another tool.

5. Search for people who can help you with your job search (hiring managers, CEOs, top level executives) and begin to follow them. Learn about their interests, priorities and concerns. Where can you meet with them or speak to them? With the information you have absorbed through Twitter discuss your common interests. You are no longer strangers.

6. Send a direct message to a star in your field. Use @ and their Twitter name. Find a way to attract their attention so that they respond to you. The goal is conversation and connection. There are two kinds of direct messages. Use @ and their Twitter name and all your followers see it. Use the direct message feature for a private direct message.

7. Use your key words in your profile and posts so that like minded people will find you through a search. Think about who you want to connect with and with what words they might search for you.

8. Set up alerts using tweetbeep. You'll get an email when your name is mentioned or any of your key words.

9. TweetDeck is useful in organizing your Tweets. It allows you to see the Tweets of all those you are following, your direct messages, and your searches all on one screen. You can also set it up to see the messages from your Facebook friends in a separate column.

10, Twitter is a great place to show your expertise. Offer articles and comments to demonstrate your knowledge. Helps you to find others who share your ideas, concerns and interests.

by: Alvah Parker

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