Managing your online presence is critical to finding a job.  The day of the traditional resume is coming to an end because of the efficiency of social media.  In less than ten minutes, an employer knows everything about a prospective employee.

The first thing a job seeker must do is to develop a strong personal LinkedIn profile. This is the first place employers look to research a possible employee. LinkedIn can enhance your ability to leverage your professional network.

The resume is still the predominant job search tool.  Companies still request them, as they help to understand a person’s work history.  However, the relative weight that employers place on the resume is decreasing.  Key reasons for this include the rise of applicant tracking systems and the increasing use of online forums such as LinkedIn to convey critical information about individuals in the workforce.  Nonetheless, a strong resume is still critical for a person in the job market.

This page contains reference articles that will aid in the development of a strong resume.

There is a rich history of research in the area hiring and job search. This areas contains summaries and links to important research in the area of hiring. There is a reason that hiring managers prefer one-to-two pages resumes. There is a reason that you must optimize your materials for a ten second review. There is a reason you must optimize your materials for applicant tracking systems. You will find that information here.