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How to use company social media pages for recruitment?

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Nina McPherson
How to use company social media pages for recruitment?

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 Though its importance is undeniable, many individuals, companies, and organizations fail to recognize how it could help them reach their goals. It’s quite easy to get lost in the world of constantly changing algorithms and trends, and the whole thing might seem like a complicated hobby of youngsters that managed to spread all around the world. However, the digital and the physical world are mashing together more than ever. Our daily activities are being transferred online, we spend more time looking at our screens than ever before. In this modern world, social media is an exceptional business tool.

According to GlobalWebIndex, the average internet user has more than 5 social media accounts. As personal relationships are being replaced by digital connections, this number is outstanding. The essence of social media is to establish and support these connections, to get to know the personalities, qualities, and interests of one another. This means that the online persona one establishes can easily define the quality of their whole presence on the platform, and influence its benefits it gains them. This approach applies to businesses as well. Presence in itself is no longer enough, time and effort have to be put into it to be perceived as reputable and sympathetic. Potential candidates will definitely try to look for an employer that presents itself on modern platforms, and establish an image of your company based on your posts and profiles. If you want to attract people and recruit them at the same time, you should pay extra attention to the fine details, and do everything in your power to flatter them on social media. Let’s see how we recommend you do it!

Start with establishing your brand image

We have already talked about the importance of employer branding in one of our previous articles. According to our experience, people are more conscious about their choice of work in many senses. They want to be associated with companies that align with their values and actively support their workforce, especially in industries where personal beliefs and duties are more closely connected. We recommend you first establish (or re-imagine) your image with the help of a competent professional, and start to build your profiles around the guidelines you defined. As details are super important, you should at all times keep in mind that your brand also states the values your firm stands for and communicates them to the world. The colors you chose, the style you project through your posts are all representative of your brand, so we recommend putting thought into the process. A nicely built brand always sells, the more people describe your company positively, the more certain you will receive fitting candidates through your channels.

Have a strategy and choose the right platforms

Your strategy will determine the guidelines that help you achieve your goals. A great professional can help you define your target audience, choose the right channels to reach them, and identify the kind of content they are most likely to engage with. Not every business should be active on Instagram, and posting lifestyle advice will not be suitable for a company that sells trucks. Your strategy should be tailored to your target market’s needs while featuring the unique traits of your brand. Make sure to describe what’s important to you clearly and concisely, so people can understand what you’re all about. Candidates will potentially feel drawn to you if you make them feel that your thoughts are aligned. Taking a stand on hot topics like diversity, environmental consciousness, and gender equality may also be a great idea, along with formulating your opinion on fresh industry trends. It’s all about the diversity of your content so that you can post more of those that actually bring you closer to your goals. As social media is centered around individuality, if you keep a well-designed strategy, the right individuals will see your content and connect it with you. From then on, it’s much easier for you to connect with them!

Participate in the conversations, be social!

As it says in the name, social media is about being social. Every recruiter is familiar with the importance of networking, and these platforms might help you be more connected than anything else. People these days are less intimidated by a friend request or a message from a stranger than somebody they meet for the first time. We recommend you take advantage of the environment and participate in as many conversations as possible. Comment, re-share and quote other people’s works or posts, start discussions and above all, tell your own story. Being authentically curious and talkative is the best way to reach more people, and possibly show them your business. You might even work out ways of collaboration, or gain a valuable connection that might come in handy sooner or later.

Consider advertising your job openings

If you want people to work for you, you may want to consider ads to attract candidates to your posting. Despite the common misconception they don’t have to be overpriced, but must be accurately targeted and tailored to reach the desired audience. Social media ads are quite easy to customize, edit and post, but we recommend employing a professional to make sure your money is not at all wasted. As an average user spends more than an hour on social media each day, your posting will likely be seen by many. It’s of utmost importance to use the right language, include all the key points and make it easy to comprehend so that users find it appealing and click through.

+1 educate yourself

Social media might seem fun and games, but you will actively be judged based on your business accounts as well. It’s an important addition to your online presence, so it’s worth educating yourself on the topic. There are countless (even free) courses available, and dozens of professionals you can follow that will help you create a conscious presence and reach your goals faster.

Most importantly, always remember that what works for one company, doesn’t always work for the next. Create a social media recruiting strategy that makes sense for your company and make it an extension of your broader recruiting strategies so that your reach is optimized. We wish you the best of luck, and if you’re having troubles with recruiting the perfect employees, IseeQ is always here to help!

 

This article was originally published at iseeq.co.

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