X ( formerly Twitter ) ( 38 %)
Active X users can develop and promote their professional brand by posting information of interest to individuals in their field . One benefit of X is the free-flowing communication that allows you to talk directly to recruiters and hiring managers without the need to submit a resume first .
Instagram
Instagram is a good way to establish your personal brand while demonstrating your social media skills and enhancing your overall digital presence . It ’ s also a smart way to glean information and insights about a company where you might want to work .
Pinterest
This social media platform will be most useful for creative types like interior decorators , artists , and graphic designers who can post visual representations of their work .
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