Don't Let Social Media Kill Your Career

These days, the job market is tough. With nearly 80 percent of employers using social media to find candidates, it’s important for job seekers to optimize their social profiles for attracting recruiters.

LinkedIn is arguably the most important social network for professionals. Indeed, more than 90 percent of employers look for and screen candidates on LinkedIn. A few keys to remember for making your LinkedIn profile stand out include a professional headline, a profile photo, a custom URL and contact information.

Since Facebook is usually the network for connecting with friends and family, it can be a landmine for job seekers.