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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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