Article by Kirsten Dixson, originally published on TheLadders.com.
Like it or not, emerging technology for social networking and job matching is going to impact your career. Employers are increasingly searching for the exact right fit, and they're using this technology to reach out to talent. Paul Copcutt, a Toronto-based recruiter, tells us, "Two years ago they might have settled for 8 or 9 off a list of 12 must-haves, now they are saying they want 10, 11 or even all 12. They know people are not going to stay with them forever, so if they are going to hire someone for a 'limited' amount of time, they want the best."
The ideal situation for every job seeker is that, instead of applying for jobs, employers find you. So, how do you position yourself to be the hunted rather than the hunter? Become known as an expert.
