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How to create a Twitter resume in 140 characters or less

As Twitter is growing in use by job seekers and recruiters there has emerged a method to write an effective Twitter resume.

Here are the elements that make up a good Twitter resume:
Job Title - this is the title of the position you are currently seeking.
Location - use the #tag or Hashtag of the location where you want to work or where you want to relocate.
Link to Resume - You have several options here. You can link to your online resume or personal homepage or a social networking profile. Use a URL shortening service like Bit.ly or TinyURL to stay within 140 character limit.
Use Hastags - hastags are a way for Twitter users to classify tweets and group them together. Recruiters use hastags as a way to search for talent on Twitter. Some good examples of hastags that you should include in your Twitter resume tweet are #needajob, #laidoff, #jobangels. A great resource for looking up hashtags being used is Hashtags.org.
TweetMyResume - post your resume on Tweetmyresume.com for added exposure.
ReTweets - Ask your Twitter following to retweet your Twitter resume making it very viral!

Here is a great example of a Twitter Resume:


For more info: If you have questions about how to create a Twitter Resume or you need help in creating an online version of your resume to promote on Twitter contact me directly, John Walker, Talent Evolution.

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Tags: Twitter, career advice

Jessica Miller-Merrell, SPHR Comment by Jessica Miller-Merrell, SPHR on July 15, 2009 at 8:38am
I love it! Great post. Don't forget your bio. This is a great way in 160 characters to highlight your skills and include a link to your personal blog or linkedin profile for more information a way for companies to contact you directly.

Jessica Miller-Merrell

@blogging4jobs

www.blogging4jobs.com
Erin Kennedy, CPRW, CERW Comment by Erin Kennedy, CPRW, CERW on July 17, 2009 at 10:20am
Hi John,

What a great idea! Could work very well. Will have to remember this for my clients or send them your way.


Erin Kennedy
Professional Resume Services
John Walker Comment by John Walker on July 19, 2009 at 1:40am
Thanks Erin!

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