WHATISWEB2.0? Web 2.0 is about ‘communicating,’ not ‘advertising’…
It describes any site, service or technology that promotes sharing, dialogue, connection and collaboration — not just of information, but of insights, experiences and opinions.
Web 2.0 content is predominantly generated by users —and has broken out of the destination site into its own sites.
Web 2.0 is about connecting people and distributing information in new and efficient ways.
SOCIALNETWORKIMMERSION While media can place your message within a socialAn effective social networking strategy delves deeper networking environment, this approach can be thoughtthan a simple advertisement. If executed correctly of as the equivalent of placing a billboard on theyour recruiters can be on that very bus, sitting next to side of a bus. Social networking requires immersiona potential candidate, having a one-on-one conversation. and communication.
RECRUITER/TRAININGTACTICS As described in the analogy above, to achieve the bestKeep in mind that every social network community needs results recruiters must immerse themselves into targetedto be approached differently. Sites such as LinkedIn are networks and participate. Treating social networks asbusiness/networking focused and immediate contact a standard source of hire will not work because manyregarding professional opportunities is commonplace. companies fail to realize that in order to develop aIf used appropriately a recruiter can further personalize social networking strategy they must first agree totheir recruiting efforts by referencing a specific shared be “social.” To be successful a recruiter needs toconnection. Communities such as Facebook and MySpace actively participate within the community and developrequire a somewhat more “destination-oriented” a personal relationship with prospective candidates.strategy for successful employment marketing.