Social Networking Tips for Physicians Looking for a Change

If you're new to the world of online social networking, you may want to take a look at this: Social Networking Tips to Help You Find Non-Clinical Opportunities

Build Your Social Network

I recently had the opportunity to get reconnected with some old colleagues. Then, I received this email from a physician resident who decided that residency wasn't the right fit and is now actively looking for a job. My advice was this - build your network and get reconnected with old classmates, colleagues, and friends. Your best probability of finding a job might be through those connections. Also, I suggested that this person make the best use of professional social networking websites like LinkedIn, Plaxo, etc. Finally, I mentioned that executive recruiters can be very helpful in helping you find a job when you're making a career transition into the non-clinical field. They have connections and they may also know of opportunities that aren't posted anywhere.

Comcast to Buy Plaxo

Looks like Comcast is getting ready to purchase Plaxo. This really goes to underscore the importance of social networking in today's Web 2.0 culture. LinkedIn, Plaxo, Naymz, and even Facebook are becoming so popular. It's a great way to get reconnected with old friends and colleagues. Plus, it's an easy and convenient way to network professionally.

So, who's going to buy LinkedIn?

The Importance of Social Networking

The Internet now allows us to reconnect with so many old friends, colleagues, and classmates. Social networking has become a buzzword and several online sites have popped up over the last several years. More recently, social networking sites have gotten sophisticated and have built capabilities to help you build your network and connect with even more people.

The three that I mainly use are:

Linked In

Plaxo

Facebook

I've had a chance to reconnect with many old classmates, colleagues, and friends. It's been very interesting to see what people are up to these days. They're all scattered over the world in so many different industries. These online social networking sites make it so easy to keep everyone updated with your latest information. It's great to see photos, baby pictures, and more. Get connected and build your network!

Plaxo

If you use Plaxo, you can find me here:

http://mdjosephkim.myplaxo.com/