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Research suggests social media profiles act as a "social résumé" that reflects a candidate's values, social behaviors, and cultural fit. Professionals with well-maintained, job-related content are perceived as having higher potential. Recruitment Impact:
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For students and young professionals (Gen Z), social media platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn serve as crucial "information conduits" that shape work values, career aspirations, and even the flexibility of job choices.
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Approximately 70% of employers use social media to research job seekers.