Social Media Resources

Profile Enhancement

• Professional Photo: Use a high-quality, professional headshot where your face takes up 60% of the frame
• Headline: Include your expertise, not just your job title (e.g., "Digital Services Expert | Agile Project Manager | Federal IT Modernization Specialist")
• About Section: Write in first person, highlight your unique value proposition, and include relevant keywords
• Experience: Focus on achievements and results, not just responsibilities
• Skills: Add at least 10 relevant skills and get endorsements for them
• Recommendations: Request recommendations from colleagues, supervisors, and clients

LinkedIn Open To Work Feature

LinkedIn's "Open to Work" feature can be a powerful tool when used correctly:

• Targeted Visibility: You can choose to show your "Open to Work" status only to recruiters or to everyone
• Specific Roles: Be specific about the types of roles you're seeking
• When and How to Use "Open to Work" - A detailed guide on effectively using this feature

LinkedIn Groups

Join these LinkedIn groups to connect with others in similar situations:

• GovTech Talent Exchange LinkedIn Group - A supportive space for federal employees impacted by recent layoffs
• Former U.S. DOT Staff Job Matching LinkedIn Group - For USDOT staff who were fired in February 2025
• We Love Gov LinkedIn Group - Share resources, job leads, resume assistance, and general support

Profile Optimization

• Professional Bio: Include your expertise, interests, and what you tweet about
• Profile Photo: Use the same professional photo as your LinkedIn for consistent personal branding
• Header Image: Create a custom header that represents your professional brand
• Pinned Tweet: Pin a tweet that showcases your expertise or current job search status

Engagement Strategies

• Follow Industry Leaders: Follow thought leaders in government technology, digital services, and your specific field
• Engage Meaningfully: Reply to tweets with thoughtful comments, not just likes or retweets
• Share Your Expertise: Tweet about your professional insights, experiences, and lessons learned
• Use Relevant Hashtags: #GovTech #DigitalServices #FedIT #GovCon #PublicSector

Twitter Lists

Create and follow Twitter lists to organize your feed and focus on relevant content:

• Government Technology Leaders - CIOs, CTOs, and digital leaders in government
• Government Contractors - Companies and individuals in the government contracting space
• Job Opportunities - Accounts that regularly post job openings in your field

Personal Branding

Establish yourself as a thought leader in your field by creating and sharing valuable content:

• LinkedIn Articles: Write articles about your expertise, experiences, and insights
• Medium: Publish longer-form content on platforms like Medium to reach a broader audience
• Guest Blogging: Contribute to industry blogs and publications
• Case Studies: Share anonymized case studies of successful projects you've worked on

Content Ideas

• Lessons Learned: Share insights from your federal experience that apply to the private sector
• Industry Trends: Analyze and comment on trends in government technology and digital services
• How-To Guides: Create practical guides related to your area of expertise
• Career Transition: Document your own career transition journey to help others

Content Tools

• Canva - Create professional graphics for your social media posts
• Buffer - Schedule and manage your social media posts
• Grammarly - Ensure your content is error-free and professional

LinkedIn Job Search

• Job Alerts: Set up job alerts for specific roles, companies, and locations
• Easy Apply: Use LinkedIn's Easy Apply feature for quick applications
• Company Research: Follow companies you're interested in to stay updated on their news and job openings
• Salary Insights: Use LinkedIn's salary insights to negotiate better compensation

Twitter Job Search

• Search Hashtags: Follow hashtags like #JobSearch #Hiring #GovJobs #TechJobs
• Follow Job Accounts: Follow accounts that regularly post job openings in your field
• Set Up Alerts: Use TweetDeck to set up searches for job-related keywords

Direct Outreach

• Informational Interviews: Request informational interviews with professionals in your target companies
• Personalized Messages: Send personalized connection requests and messages, not generic templates
• Follow Up: Follow up on applications and interviews through social media when appropriate