Question

However, sites like LinkedIn are not the only places employers look. Very often, they check a potential employee’s other accounts, such as on Facebook or Twitter. According to a recent survey by Career Builder, 70 percent of employers use social media to screen candidates. These sites can indicate whether people seem reliable. For example, if they spend a lot of time socializing, that might suggest that they cannot be counted on to get a job done. Employers may find other things that concern them, such as inappropriate photos, offensive comments, or other unprofessional behavior.

According to Career Builder, more than half of employers found a reason not to hire someone based on his or her social media presence. However, sometimes companies make quick, inaccurate judgements based on social media profiles. People with active social lives could also be hard workers who are very committed to their jobs. One does not necessarily cancel out the other.

What should job candidates avoid posting on their social media accounts? Check all that apply.

photos with family members
a lot of pictures from parties
quotes by well-known people
bigoted or discriminatory comments
questionable photos or other images

Answer 1

- a lot of pictures from parties
- bigoted or discriminatory comments
- questionable photos or other images

(Photos with family members and quotes by well-known people are generally fine.)