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Reflection- Topic 3

  This week’s topic focused on the development of employability profiles. Cherie´s blog evolved around the concept of online branding, and how it assists in creating authentic profiles. Her research has shown that you are more inclined to stay professional, as you are restricted on the content you can display. As a result, it limits the probability of impacting your career path negatively. Continue reading →

Topic 3: Reflection

E. Back, Piktochart Presentation, 2017 Above is the summary of Topic 3 and the main points I have learned from it. However, for this topic the majority of my learning has come from peer blogs and my interactions with them. I received many comments on my post and some of them have challenged, developed and introduced me to new ideas. E. Continue reading →

Topic 3: Reflection

E. Back, Piktochart Presentation, 2017 Above is the summary of Topic 3 and the main points I have learned from it. However, for this topic the majority of my learning has come from peer blogs and my interactions with them. I received many comments on my post and some of them have challenged, developed and introduced me to new ideas. E. Continue reading →

Topic 4: social media ethics

Please read these notes and check out the links below, before preparing and posting your answer to the set question. This document should be regarded as just the start of the discussions, which are then developed through the conversations themselves and the sharing of further relevant links. These articles are intended to give you a flavour of the topic, and get you started on answering the Topic 4 set question below. Continue reading →

Topic 3: Reflection

The idea of having an authentic profile online is one that seems to relate to being a real person behind an account and not just a robot. However, maintaining an authentic online professional profile entails making the most of the social media resources available to us for social recruiting. Continue reading →

Topic 3 Reflection: Keeping it Authentic and Professional

Topic 3 has considerably improved my understanding of authenticity and professionality. Additionally, I was introduced to a variety of areas I had not previously considered. For example, Andre’s insightful comments encouraged me to examine my LinkedIn profile for potential employers. Thus, upon reflection, I have included a presentation how to build and maintain an active LinkedIn profile. Figure 1. Presentation of building and maintaining a LinkedIn profile. Self-produced via Google Slides. Continue reading →

Topic 3: Reflection

I didn’t quite realise just how much attention recruiters can pay to their prospective candidate’s online platforms – the Jobvite (2014) survey stats (although slightly outdated) really did surprise me. I’m really glad that this topic was set because it’s opened my eyes to a very relevant reality, especially as I’m about to embark on an important chapter of my life in terms of recruitment. Continue reading →

A post to be forgotten

In my post ‘Working offline is no longer an option’ I explored how an authentic identity is becoming integral to the success of one’s professional career. From my original research, I found that developing a professional identity yields much more than just recruitability benefits. It has become apparent that to convey an authentic identity, a certain level of consistency is required [1], [2]. Madeleine offered many tips on how to achieve this consistency. Continue reading →

Topic 3: Reflection

As part of this topic, I have learnt that creating and managing professional, authentic online identities is far from easy. A great deal of time and effort is needed to maintain high-quality profiles (Nyman, 2014b). From conversations with staff from the University’s ILIaD department, I discovered an alternative platform on which to create an authentic professional identity: Pathbrite. I have chosen to adapt my approach for this reflection, by analysing my own profiles. Continue reading →

Reflection: Topic Three

Created on canva.com Topic 3 has been the most enjoyable topic to explore so far. Having explored ‘developing an authentic professional profile’ I have deepened my interest in blogging. When applying for jobs the advantage of having a blog as part of your digital portfolio is undeniable; as mentioned in my post, it helps you bring more to the table than just an account on Linkedin. Continue reading →

Topic 3 Reflection: If I had to do it all again

This week’s topic addressed authenticity within online professional profiles and like most people I was naturally intrigued because I manage my own professional LinkedIn profile. Moreover, similar to previous topics, this subject was broad in spectrum and could be explored by focusing on ways to behave professionally online or by avoiding posts that contain inappropriate content. Continue reading →

Topic 3 – Reflection

Through the research for this topic I discovered ways in which I can build and expand my professional profile. The assessment of digital profiles as a method of recruitment is on the rise and thus I must do more to increase both my visibility and appeal to a potential employer. However, there is a danger with negative communication online which can weaken our profile. Continue reading →

A reflection of Topic 3

Created using Canva When considering on how to create an authentic professional profile, there are a few basic building blocks that remain relatively similar. However, as your profile begins to be more easily recognisable or even now that you are employed this is where some extra steps are necessary to maintain your profile and retain the image you have created for yourself. Continue reading →

A reflection of Topic 3

Created using Canva When considering on how to create an authentic professional profile, there are a few basic building blocks that remain relatively similar. However, as your profile begins to begun more easily recognisable or even now that you are employed this is where some extra steps are necessary to maintain your profile and retain the image you have created for yourself. Continue reading →

Topic 3 Reflection

In my Topic 2 Reflection, I highlighted the changes made based on areas that needed improvement suggested by Topic 1. I argued that these changes were successful and made my blog ‘accessible, concise, and original’. This week I wanted to maintain these successful developments. I also wanted to tackle some remaining improvements that could still be made, and highlighted these in the last reflection as ‘goals’. Continue reading →

Developing an authentic online professional profile – a reflection

After reading Wil’s post I was pleased to see that he agreed that failing to engage in ‘social’ content online can actually have a detrimental effect on the authenticity of your professional profile. In a discussion, Wil provided some extremely interesting resources which looked to explain how his personality often restricts his behaviour online but not necessarily in a professional context. Continue reading →

Topic 3 Reflection

This week’s blog which focused on the ways a professional online profile can be authentic was particularly interesting to myself as this is something I will personally need to know in the near future after graduating when I start to look for a job. In interacting with Louise’s blog it predominately focused on the social recruitment aspect. It developed my understanding of the potential to employers to save money through social recruitment as opposed to the traditional CV method. Continue reading →