A 2014 U.S. Harris Poll conducted on behalf of CareerBuilder found that 43% of hiring managers use social media to screen and eliminate potential hires.
TOP 3 REASONS TO ELIMINATE JOB CANDIDATES
Among the top three reasons causing employers to eliminate candidates from consideration were the following types of posts by job candidates:
- Provocative or inappropriate photographs or information – 46%
- Information about them drinking or using drugs – 41%
- Bad-mouthing their previous company or fellow employees – 36%
IMAGINE THE IMPACT FROM NEGATIVE SOCIAL MEDIA ON YOUR STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIPS
If these kinds of posts can derail a career, imagine the impact they can have on a client relationship. Social networking sites can also help to establish whether a person is a good fit with a stakeholder’s organizational culture, is professional, and can be trusted.
If these kinds of posts can derail a career, imagine the impact they can have on a customer/stakeholder relationships.
Inappropriate posts like the ones mentioned above can create the opposite impression and quickly sabotage an otherwise healthy relationship. Professionals should avoid posting comments on their social networks that portray themselves or their customers in an unprofessional or less than positive light.
When it comes to social media, including an “opinions are mine” disclaimer on your profile may not be enough to keep hiring managers and stakeholders from forming negative impressions about a potential candidate or salesperson.
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