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Job Search Alert: Have You Been Googled?
Ain't Google great? Ok, but are YOU being googled without your
knowledge? If you are, your job search may be in jeopardy.
If you're pursuing a job search Google can be a fabulous tool for
*** Background information about an employer
*** Insightful job search techniques
*** Personal profiles on management
*** Useful financial data
*** Helpful employment statistics
But, did you ever stop to think that employers may be using
Google to get information about YOU . . . before they ever lay
eyes on you?
According to a recent report it's becoming more and more common
for employers to search applicants' names on the internet. You
may have pictures and written materials all over the web that
could conceivably hurt your chances of getting hired.
What's a serious job searcher to do?
1. For openers, Google yourself to see what pops up.
2. Set up a Google Alert on your full name so you can stay
updated.
3. If you find an item you think an employer would be
uncomfortable with, contact the site's creator and ask to have
your name or photo removed.
4. Be persistent. It's worth getting this resolved before an
employer does it for you.
Now there are many exciting alternative and non-traditional job
strategies and techniques available. They can make sure you
bypass land mines like a secret Google search of your
background.
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