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We came across a really insightful infographic that demonstrates how recruiters use social media to screen job candidates. The data revealed that 90% of recruiters and hiring managers have checked out a potential candidate’s social media profiles … and 69% have rejected a candidate because of what they discovered.

These are large percentages! Check out this infographic by clicking on the link below, then decide if you may need to reconsider how you manage your social media profiles online.

How Recruiters Use Social Media

In times of economic downturn, you would think that the flood of talented potential employees would make finding the right person very simple. It can be, for sure, but you should still make sure you are tapping in to every available recruiting resource, much like we do at Outrank.com.

Although Facebook has been around for some time, many people are still unfamiliar with the social media hub’s immense recruiting potential. Many people, especially those in the younger generation, constantly use social media sites and are fully aware that recruiters do as well. Creating an active social media presence for your company, and more importantly, your recruiting department, can help attract this important demographic while promoting your company at the same time.

It is important to have social networking as a part of your recruiting strategy. Keep your Facebook page up-to-date and you’ll be able to connect with candidates seeking a company just like yours.