Thanks to Facebook expert @MariSmith for sharing this great infographic via Twitter! It’s not bad news for Facebook users, but may make some college and graduate school applicants pause and take a look at their social media profiles. In my book, I share tips (mine and my colleagues’) for using Facebook to achieve your career goals, and landing a spot in your desired school certainly fits the bill!
Facebook gets a lot of bad press, but when used professionally, it can help more than hurt. Enjoy this visual representation!
Courtesy of: Schools.com
My book offers tips and advice for anyone (young or more experienced) who hopes to leverage Facebook for career success. Learn more and pick up a copy at Amazon.
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