Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Your online identity and job search...

Did you know that,  according to a US News article,  nearly 80 percent of recruiters, human resources professionals, and hiring managers who responded to a Microsoft survey said they search for candidates' information online  and may use it to disqualify applicants?

Yet, only 7% of U.S. consumers surveyed believe information about them online affected their job search according to the Online Reputation For Job Seekers Report

What is the solution?  Microsoft has some good tips for protecting your online reputation.

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