I mentioned this week that in the US, we spend a collective 100,000 years a month on Facebook where we connect with friends, share stories, connect with our favorite products and brands, and even look for a job. And yet only 23% US Recruiters use Facebook as a recruiting and candidate source. MORE >>

How Much Time Do People Spend on Facebook? While manage HR teams and senior leaders are discussing developing an social media policy , these same organizations can take advantage of the recruitment and candidate engagement opportunities Facebook provides. Using Facebook to Hire & Recruit. Facebook Ads.  MORE >>

Consider registering for our F acebook Recruiting, Hiring, and Sourcing webinar  on October 4th worth 1 HRCI strategic credit. While many have claimed each of these news and media distribution channels are the answer to our recruiting salvation, I disagree.  I completely disagree even when it comes to Facebook. Photo Credit. . MORE >>

'These days, employers and recruiters are using every means available to help make their hiring decisions -- which includes looking through resumes, of course, but also checking out social media sites. Of course, if your Facebook page is plastered with drunk, slovenly photos or crass content, you''re probably not going to get that interview! MORE >>

Facebook is what LinkedIn was 5 years ago – the Haters just don’t want to admit it. Recruiting Pros, both corporate and 3rd party, love to rail against anyone who feels Facebook is the “new” LinkedIn – in terms of recruiting potential.  The 3 Myths about Facebook as a Recruiting Source: 1. MORE >>