. . . more and more employers do not want your resume’, but instead want to see your BLOG?  

According to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal, more and more employers are asking job applicants for – are you ready? – their “web presence,” such as their Twitter account, Tumblr blog, or even a short video demonstrating their passion for the open position.

IGN Entertainment, a division of media Giant NewsCorp., makes video games. To gauge job candidates’ thinking abilities, they turn away resumes, instead asking applicants to engage in online challenges. One question: “Estimate how many pennies, side by side, would it take to cross the Golden Gate Bridge?”

Why the new trend? Perhaps it’s because in 2011 Starbucks received 7.6 million resumes, Google two million, and Proctor & Gamble over one million. And many resumes seem prepared by professionals, devoid of the human touch and spirit.

And speaking of Google, its Staffing Director says he is especially interested in work experience and extracurricular activities such as working as a house painter or touring with rock bands, to determine if you and Google culture would be a good fit.

The times they are a’changing. Ladies and gentlemen: Start up your blogs

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