Don't Play With Fire

You know it’s dangerous, but you do it anyway. Your friends tag you in racy photos, you “wing it” in an interview, and you’ve struck an overall “Devil may care” attitude about your job search.

How to fix it: If you are serious about getting hired, you might want to pull the reigns in a little bit. You deserve to live the life you want, but pay attention to where it overlaps with your professional brand. Comb through your social media profiles and privacy settings to figure out what exactly you’re telling potential employers. Unify your personal and professional brand, and develop career networking and communication skills that demonstrate to employers exactly what it means to hire you. -4 Ways You’re Sabotaging Your Job Search (and How to Fix It!) | Career Rocketeer - Career Search and Personal Branding Blog