SOU CG 2024-24 DM Accessible - Flipbook - Page 9
Networking: Tools
There are plenty of resources to support
your networking journey:
Using Social Media
Wisely
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Make sure your social media
reflects your professional brand.
Use high-quality photos, and make
sure your profile is free of typos.
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Your LinkedIn and Career Launch
profiles are important, but
employers may search for you
on other social media platforms.
Adjust privacy settings for
personal accounts to make sure
that employers only see what you
want them to see.
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Engage with your network. Like,
comment, and share posts.
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Respond in a timely manner.
Respect others’ time by answering
messages within twenty-four
hours.
Raider Network
The Raider Network is SOU’s online alumni platform. It is the
perfect way to learn about what SOU alumni are doing, get
advice, and make professional connections. Everyone on the
Raider Network is already connected to you through a shared
SOU experience, so you never have to feel nervous about
reaching out to someone.
LinkedIn
With over 800 million members, LinkedIn is the top professional
social media platform, and it will be useful throughout your
career. Use LinkedIn to showcase your experience and connect
with people in your industry. When you network with someone
in person, be sure to add them on LinkedIn within twenty-four
hours to maintain that connection. You can also search LinkedIn
for other SOU alumni and people in your field.
Career Launch (powered by 12twenty)
Career Launch is a platform that directly connects college
students with employers who are interested in hiring students
and recent graduates. Companies will use Career Launch to
post job and internship openings, networking events, and
recruitment opportunities. Log in at sou.12twenty.com.
Career Fairs
SOU offers career fairs throughout the year that will allow you
to network with potential employers right here on campus. Be
sure to dress professionally, bring your resume, and have your
elevator pitch ready.
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