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Employers Blocking Employees from Social Media Access

Employers Blocking Employees from Social Media Access

It’s not that I find the pain of employees funny, but the shortsightedness of companies in their efforts to ignore new technologies always makes me wonder what they are thinking. Over the course of my career, I have worked for companies ranging from small boutique shops all the way up to Fortune 500 and 100 [...]

Social media transforms the job search, recruitment landscape

Social media transforms the job search, recruitment landscape

By Pedram Tabibi Recently I read an interesting article about whether Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn can really help people find a job. The article noted how nowadays, a college degree and even years of experience do not necessarily translate into a good job. This is especially true for young professionals entering the work force for [...]

The Social Media Interview, what Employers and Employees should know

The Social Media Interview, what Employers and Employees should know

By Pedram Tabibi Imagine landing a job interview. How do you prepare yourself?  You might read about the company, prep for questions, bring your résumé and arrive on time. Then, the interviewer begins by asking for the username and password of all your social media accounts. Surprised? Don’t be. Recent employment practices show your interview [...]

ResumeBear: 20 Impressive & Inspiring Productivity Experts on Twitter

ResumeBear: 20 Impressive & Inspiring Productivity Experts on Twitter

At some point, everyone – not just over-scheduled students, parents, and professionals – struggles with time management, organizing, and other components of a productive lifestyle. Everybody’s coping mechanism differs, of course, but experts in such fields still proffer a bevy of advice suitable for divergent needs. Most of them write books, speak, and maintain individual [...]

5 legal issues for Twitter users

5 legal issues for Twitter users

Legally tweeting: 5 legal issues for Twitter users By Pedram Tabibi ⋅ March 30, 2012 Twitter’s popularity is growing by the day, and the Tweet is now a daily (and preferred) method of communication for many.  According to a recent infographic, there are currently over 465 million registered Twitter accounts and well over 100 million [...]

Using Social Media in Your Search for a Job: ResumeBear

Using Social Media in Your Search for a Job: ResumeBear

Even during a recession, when the job market is particularly competitive, you can find work by seeking out, developing and cultivating job contacts. The evolution of the Internet and social media websites means that job hunters and employers are fast realizing its potential in finding and filling jobs. Dan Schawbel, author of “Me 2.0: Build [...]

Top 10 Social Media Influencers to Follow on Twitter

Top 10 Social Media Influencers to Follow on Twitter

The Internet is an ongoing conservation full of ideas, news and tools. The conversations is always happening and Twitter is a way to participate in the dialogue of exchanging ideas. For social media marketers, it’s important to tune into the leaders in your field. According to Klout, below are the top 10 “influencers” in social [...]

ResumeBear Uses Content Marketing To Explode Awareness

ResumeBear Uses Content Marketing To Explode Awareness

Posted by Nick O’Neill on March 27th, 2012 Some startups think that getting press is the secret to building awareness of their product. While it can definitely give a boost, smart founders know that one of the most powerful tools to create sustained traction is content marketing. ResumeBear is a great example of one startup [...]

Industries That Benefit the Most from Social Media

Industries That Benefit the Most from Social Media

More and more businesses these days are catching on to the fact that social media is kind of a big deal. Customers expect to be able to connect with brands they care about, and those who do this well can enjoy the benefits of what social media can do. But there are some industries that [...]

7 Ways to Use Social Media to Make the World a Better Place

7 Ways to Use Social Media to Make the World a Better Place

Social media is like a big networking event, right?  We all meet at the virtual water cooler and share stories, inspiration and resources during brief intermissions as we go about our days.  We also have the opportunity to make the world a better place without leaving the comfort of our very own laptop or iPhone.  [...]