Job Screening with Social Networks

Years ago one could get trashed at a party and the only evidence might either be stories retold days afterwards or perhaps an unlucky Poloroid or two. Today, those picture and stories are shared around the world thanks to Social Media sites like Facebook. As the new saying goes, what happens in Vegas, stays on Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, Flickr, YouTube, and so on.

Applying for a job? Chances are pretty good the recruiter for wherever your resume may be sent to will be looking you up on Facebook or any number of Social Media networks. This infographic from Reppler shows some of the stats as to what recruiters look for and what activities have influenced their hiring decisions. Be careful what you post or allow yourself to be tagged in…