Using Twitter to Search for Jobs?

Why Twitter? They post thousands of jobs daily.  You don't have to register of post a resume first.  It is a great venue for casual informal networking.

Searching for jobs ~ here are the most popular hashtags for job-related tweets:
#job, #jobs, #career, #careers

Best way to narrow search results - double up on the hashtags:
#job #healthcare, #jobs #clerical, #career #engineering, #careers #IT

Searches can also be narrowed by zipcode and nearby range.  Tip use the advanced search.  Scroll down to PLACES and enter your zip code and use the toggle button to select the range WITHIN THIS DISTANCE.

You can also use Third-party Websites such as:
TweetMyJobs
TweetMyJobs for Veterans
JobTweet.me
TwitJobSearch
TweetBeep

Smartphone Apps for Job Seekers:
Jobtweet.de's Jobsearch (iphone)
Twittcareers (iphone)
TwitterJobSearch (ipone & androids)
Real Tweets Job Networking (androids)

Who to Use for a Reference

Check out Alison Doyle's column on References With Job Applications

In the past, employers typically waited to ask job applicants for references until they were serious contenders for a job.

Now, many companies are asking applicants to provide a list of references when they apply for a job.  Giving a list references can be tricky because you need to be careful not to jeopardize your current position if you're employed.

Here's information on who and how to ask for references, how to protect your privacy and keep your job search confidential, and more on providing references with job applications.