12/05/2026
Chances are, hiring managers are checking you out on social media. ๐ณ
If you wouldnโt swear on your CV, you probably shouldnโt on your social media profile!
Around 45% of hiring managers use social media to learn more about potential candidates.
Fortunately, you donโt have to remove your personality โ you just need to use a little common sense.
Here are our five quick tips to keep your public social media accounts looking professional:
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Many of us have posted a photo, status or comment that we later regret. If this is the case, delete it before it sends the wrong impression.
๐ฆ๐ฒ๐น๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ด๐ต๐ ๐ฝ๐ต๐ผ๐๐ผ
For your profile photo, use a good-quality picture of you looking professional. Best avoid anything taken at a social event!
๐จ๐๐ฒ ๐ฎ ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ณ๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐ฏ๐ถ๐ผ
Every platform has space for a short bio, so don't leave it blank. Add a snapshot of your strengths, achievements and personality.
๐๐ฑ๐ถ๐ ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ต๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ๐น๐ฒ๐
Most social media platforms allow you to edit the handle () and URL (platform.com/name), so ensure yours is customized and professional.
๐ฃ๐ผ๐๐ ๐ถ๐ป๐ฑ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐-๐ฟ๐ฒ๐น๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐บ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ฎ
Whether healthcare or hospitality, take things a step further by sharing industry news and insights related to the field you want to work in. This shows hiring managers your interest and initiative.
With a little tweaking, you can tighten your social media game and instantly make yourself more attractive to hiring managers.
Has this inspired you? Let us know in the comments! ๐
