If I had a dime for every interview that began with "So, tell me about yourself," then I might not need a job. Companies know they're not hiring a skill set; they're hiring a human. The interview used to be the first chance to see a candidate's true colors but now, looking at someone's digital footprint allows recruiters to sift through applicants even earlier. The blending of personal and professional lives isn't exactly new but the Internet does make it more easily accessible
Job seekers are often reminded to be careful with privacy settings, to remove any photos that might put them in a negative light. But people looking for more digitally focused jobs are additionally encouraged to invest time into personal branding through blogs, Twitter or even Instagram Read more...
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