Whilst considering the different ways to market my specialist area of recruitment, it was suggested that I use one single social networking website and with a single click of a button send my adverts, articles and discussions to Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

I went away and personally evaluated each social network and their purpose. I have accounts with all three and based on my usage, I wondered if I could possibly communicate my job as a recruitment consultant via all three. I decided I couldn’t.

For me; Linkedin is my professional portal which connects me to employers, job seekers (both current and potential), globally based colleagues and Singapore based professionals with whom I aim to build my reputation. It is open on my desktop and updated many times a day and acts as my professional ‘megaphone’ to the market.

Facebook is more personal; people can reconnect with family and friends scattered around the world. For me, it’s about showing off my indulgent ex-pat life in Singapore and an easy way to send your greetings to your long lost friends especially during festive seasons!

Twitter is the place where I rant and rave. Oh, and to keep an eye on my daily horoscopes.

So based on my theory and personal experience online, there is a time and a place for each type of social networking platform and they may not be best combined.

What other social media websites do you use for job hunting? Let us know and maybe we’ll see you there!

Lastly, on behalf of the Morgan McKinley Singapore team, we wish you a merry Christmas.

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