JB Bryant is blogging for jobs

An unemployed professional is taking to the blogosphere in effort to stand out. Well here's your chance JB. According to his email "I started this professional blog when I became unemployed. It is part of my self-branding strategy."

He's definitely showing initiative that future employers will appreciate. Good luck JB.

Why blog? Ask Aaron Toponce

A Google recruiter spotted Aaron's blog and gave him an interview. Yet another example of blogging for jobs.

The French Jobseeker and Résumé 2.0

I found this one on Michael Specht's blog. He calls it Resume 2.0;

"With everything being 2.0 these days I guess it wasn’t long before Resume 2.0 came along. Vianney Lecroart a 30 year old French developer has created a resume based on Web 2.0 features and ideas. To quote Vianney:-

I’m a 30 years old French guy living in Jouy en Josas / France.
I’m looking for a job as a Team Leader, I enjoy working on challenging projects using Extreme Programming methodology.

What is interesting other than being a bit “gimmicky” this style of resume actually provides you a better idea of what Vianney has done and can do, it also shows the type of person he is. In my mind a great example of showing your skills to a prospective employer. I also love the use of colours and styles that simulate many of the popular Web 2.0 companies out there."

Steve Bailey, an IT blogger seeks work

Steve Bailey is a web developer who blogs. His blog contains thoughts and information on the technology industry. It also acts as a "situation wanted" ad by displaying this message:

I am currently seeking a software development position in Seattle: PHP, .NET, Python, Delphi, C++, or anything else Object Oriented.

The new way to job hunt is to advertise yourself and Steve is well on his way.

Andrew Smith, Diary of a Job Seeker

I stumbled upon the blog of Andrew Smith, a recent college grad from the UK who is writing about his job search experience. He writes...

"This blog is intended to be my account of finding someone stupid enough to employ me. I don't expect anyone to read this really it's just a way to get stuff off my chest; I'll be talking about applications, interviews, the anguish and of course the failure eventually emerging in triumph."

Chris Hammond, web developer who blogs

Chris Hammond used his blog to get a job. According to Jim Durbin of STLrecruiting;

To get better at his job and to showcase his ASP knowledge, Chris participates in the ASP.Net Forums and writes code examples, tips, and announcements at his technical blog. One day, the President of EngageSoftware, a software development firm in St Louis, notices a particularly insightful example of coding prowess in the ASP.Net forums written by Chris. The President follows the link back to Chris's blog because he notices that Chris lists his location as St Louis.

After reading the blog and checking out the online resume, the Engage Software president sends Chris a recruiting e-mail that piques interest. A set of interviews is arranged, and Chris decides to make the switch to a new company because the area he has interest in developing is one the new company has use for.

Jim makes 2 key points for this blogger;

1. By reading the blog, the president of Engage Software was able to get a feel for Chris before sending him a recruiting pitch. The time he took allowed him to make a pitch that Chris responded to.

2. Even though he's still employed, Chris still blogs, and that brings in attention and thought leadership to his company.

Daveclick.com: a techie who blogs

David Gannaway, a web developer, writes a blog entitled "thoughts on web technology and other stuff." It's a great example of how to express your thoughts on the industry you work in. In addition to the blog his personal site contains his resume and more details on his past projects.

Way to go Dave!