Comments on: The Future of Personal Branding: 5 Predictions

By: You

You — Sun, 11 Nov 2012 14:43:00 +0000

‘You might be hired based on the number of Twitter followers you have or if Lady Gaga retweets you.’ Wut?

By: Nilyma Roy

Nilyma Roy — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:40:00 +0000

Job seekers with little work to do and I understand that they are not surprised by LinkedIn profile, not the importance and relevance. They still think it is more important to resume. Most of them have only their name, LinkedIn, education, and incomplete, but some basic information about the registration and profile. facial at home

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By: Protectingmyprofile

Protectingmyprofile — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 03:56:00 +0000

As a new grad nurse (may 2011) and not employed, I agree with your theory. There is not enough guidance for nursing students on how to get a job. There was a time when students were placed in a job before graduation. Not today. I am on my second career, and have marketable skills that will be usefull as an RN. I have been spending lots of time trying to get the right info on my resume. If I ever get it right, I may have to go back to my graphic designing roots and help new RN’s write their resumes!

By: Jeremy Villano

Jeremy Villano — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 19:41:00 +0000

It really depends on the jobs you’re applying for. I work in the digital space, and I haven’t actually given my resume out to anyone in… 2 years? That was 3 jobs ago…

By: GregWalters

GregWalters — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 04:59:00 +0000

Wow – LinkedIn replaces the resume. Interesting. What is more interesting is how easily the subject of the ‘power shift’ is ignored or unseen.

By: HR Uncovered

HR Uncovered — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 22:30:00 +0000

> Forget the Microsoft Word resume…

But not yet. I think the “ding, dong, the witch is dead” celebrations are a ways off. Right now, a resume is still a very crucial part of the job search process. LinkedIn (and social media) are also critical, but not replacements.

Many companies are not able to keep pace with the changing job search landscape – if you want to lead them into the future, you need to meet them at their level. What are you going to tell someone who asks for your resume? “No. They are so 2010. Here’s my URL.” Maybe someday, but not now.

The Resume Is Not Dead: http://bit.ly/mmO24S

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By: Andy O'Dower

Andy O'Dower — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 21:28:00 +0000

Couldn’t agree more Dan.

I just posted a job for a social media intern at a major Chicago university. I received two Word documents (file names generic, like Resume3.doc)…if your “specialty” is social media, that means the web. That means websites, blogs…anything showing that you practice what you preach. Granted that it might not be as needed for accountants, but in 2 years if I can’t find my accountant online either, that means he probably prefers to be under the radar….why?

The early adopters stand out. The latecomers look apathetic or stupid. The tools are out there. We built http://beyondcredentials.com for college students and grads to stand out. Hope we’re helping (and we’re improving our tools too!).

By: Peebles

Peebles — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 19:04:00 +0000

This may stem from teachers and career counselors who have not adapted their methods to reflect new technology and trends. Similarly, new grad nurses are shocked to learn they may have trouble finding jobs in this sluggish economy. They have not received tips on writing a resume or interview coaching, because the nursing shortage instilled the idea that they would be inundated with job offers.

By: Anony Mouse

Anony Mouse — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 13:52:00 +0000

I’d argue that regardless of expectations, those who choose to stand out from the crowd will use whatever means necessary to get the job and the rest of the sheep will bob gently along in the larger ocean that is Linkedin, etc. Keep in mind that although companies would *like* to do all this research, I’m sure it costs a pretty penny and they will reserve this cost and effort for their most sensitive positions. Bill Clinton taught us that it’s ok to do it, just don’t inhale, so what was and is shocking on Facebook now may simply be accepted as common, private rituals by individuals with the right to lead their personal lives any way they choose, as long as they are 100% committed to their job during their day.

I am more worried about children learning to speak, think and write clearly more than I am about their personal lives.

By: Chasdall

Chasdall — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 22:14:00 +0000

What is the best way to learn about how to “exploit the many possibilities LinkedIn offers”

By: Lesley Mitler

Lesley Mitler — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 15:56:00 +0000

I work with young job seekers and I am amazed that so many of them don’t understand the importance and relevance of the LinkedIn profile. They still think that the resume is more important. Most of them simply register on LinkedIn with their name, education and some basic information and leave the profile incomplete. And, many of them only have a handful of connections, no recommendations and no understanding of how to fully exploit the many possibilities that LinkedIn offers to the job seeker. I totally agree with your point that this will replace job boards because it is much more targeted and efficient.

By: roy | cruisesurfingz.com

roy | cruisesurfingz.com — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 13:32:00 +0000

I’ve been using my LinkedIn url as my resume for the past 4 years. It’s not the future, it’s current.

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By: James

James — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 18:18:00 +0000

One of my clients is a resume writer. One of the niches that she is targetting is LinkedIn profiles – another client who is MD of his company has taken the decision not to have a Facebook account as he doesn’t want any of his staff to know what he gets up to in private… scary stuff indeed

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 15:37:00 +0000

I agree with all of the above … which makes me wonder why people still think they can get away with posting inappropriate comments, photos, videos, etc. and no one will find out!

By: Peter Urey

Peter Urey — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 15:10:00 +0000

Just forwarded this post to my teenage kids – so true – give it a few years and the job search will demand a sample of DNA before we reach the design your baby for a top job stage in about fifty years time – scary stuff ahead.

By: Scott Schumann DDS

Scott Schumann DDS — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 14:45:00 +0000

There will be the ‘nay sayers’ who will try to hold on to traditional networking, but as we continue toward a global economy and the fluid job market as well as the advent of virtual jobs, then the people who do not heed your advise will find themselves wonderfully equipped for a world that has passed them by kind of like the dinosaurs.

By: Dan Schawbel

Dan Schawbel — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 13:28:00 +0000

Amanda, thanks for reading!

By: Amanda Abella

Amanda Abella — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 12:58:00 +0000

I think you are on to something there! I know a few people (including myself) that have been hired because of their online projects.