2016, Page 25

This is by far the most interesting and requires the most time to write about (as compared to the previous 2 topics). As I get to know what my course mates think about setting up an authentic professional profile on the digital platform. Many of friends have shown real life examples of people getting their jobs through unconventional ways (Youtube).Jeremiah and Jules pointed out the importance the content is to the profile. Continue reading →

I’ve read a few blogs and like me, most of us can relate to LinkedIn as a good way to start a professional profile due to it’s popularity statistically. It gave me a few points to think about. Firstly it’s not all about just having a page on LinkedIn for the sake of it and secondly, integration of other social medias to broaden one’s online professional presence. Lelia mentioned it is not just about creating and having a space in professional social medias like LinkedIn. Continue reading →

Prior to this module, I was always doubtful about the importance of social media and how it affects us in both professional and personal ways. However, with this topic I have realised the extent of social media affects our career journey. Valerie had shared various infographics in her post and there was one that leave a deep impression with me. Continue reading →

I believe most of us have a self-serving bias to a certain degree. Renee mentioned in her post, as employers begin accept unconventional recruitment practices there might be a tendency for applicants to lie about their qualifications on their digital profiles. However, traditional CVs are also subjected to lies (Asiaone, 2014), digital profiles just makes it easier. (Source: https://www.clearfit. Continue reading →

It has been an insightful morning; reading all the posts written by my peers definitely taught me numerous ways of how I should improve my own digital profile. Social media has been an increasingly important hiring tool for recruiters today, which has made me reconsider how my digital footprint is like. My outdated LinkedIn profile Looking at my LinkedIn profile, I was able to point out many flaws that refrains it from being an authentic digital profile. Continue reading →

  Today’s topic has been an eye opener for me. Technology have improved and changed so many decisions in our lives. I have learnt various things about creating a professional online profile, and how important it is to maintain and be mindful of what I curate on my various social media channels. Given that, as stated on Jia Jun’s blog, 94% of recruiters nowadays assess potential candidates on social media such as LinkedIn. Continue reading →

(Credits: SchoolTraining.com) These days, there is an increasing number of employers looking for Job seekers through social media. This topic is highly beneficial as it emphasizes on the importance of creating a professional digital profile that best represents ourselves. I learnt that social media has a great impact and role in helping me to create a professional image for me to secure a Job that I want. Continue reading →

(Image: A screenshot of the list of social media platforms from the most frequently used to the least, on my own phone, own image, 2016) What I got from readings, research, and class post This topic of discussion certainly brought up many guidelines on the Dos and Don’ts to creating an authentic personal professional profile online. However one point that struck me was the increasing number of employers conduct background checks of their prospective and existing employees. Continue reading →

Good evening! Today’s post summarizes what I have researched and read from other classmates’ posts. Creating a Digital Professional Profile (DPP) is important (Widjaya, 2015). After reading my classmates’ posts it is clear that we agreed social media platforms are becoming a channel for more professional usage and to create/maintain one is crucial. I’m guilty of not updating my own LinkedIn profile and this was a great reminder. Continue reading →