Using #'s

What is a Hashtag?

• LinkedIn - 2 types hashtags:
• 1. First type not hyperlink
• 2. Second type is a hyperlink which identifies groups & messages on a topic
• One does not own a hashtag

#MakeItUnique

• Creative & thoughtful #'s boost job search & can impress hiring managers.
• Make it a unique way to be remembered. Examples: #ILoveYourMother, #DataWhisperer, #OrganizationalConductor, #CareerGuru, #IPutPeople2Sleep

Help Job Search

• Learn & use company's #'s
• #TargetVolunteers
• Generic: #Hiring #HireMe #HiringNow #Jobs #JobSearch #JobSearching
• Specific: #Teachers #TeacherJobs
• Locations: -#NYC #LA #NewYorkCity #Baltimore #SanFrancisco #BayArea

Promote Your Job Search

• Help recruiters find you on LinkedIn by using #'s.
• #WorkExperience #Resume
• #JobHunt #Employment #CoronaVirusHiringNow

Networking with #'s

• Conversations related your field #Accounting #NonProfit #CyberSecurity
• Use #'s from professional events, conferences, local, groups, etc.
• Share your thoughts and connect through virtual and physical means.

Virtual Networking

• Connect on social media and see what hashtags they use.
• If appropriate - use same #'s

Use #'s Share Professional Content

• Popular #'s increase (SEO)
• Post original or shared content
• Use three #'s
• #MondayMorningMeeting
• #MarinProfessionals
• #EmotionalIntelligence

Pro Tip

• Twitter has #HireFriday
• On Fridays, some companies post job listings which include #HireFriday.