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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 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 →

Topic 3- Reflection

This week’s topic combined conflicting ideals of authenticity within a professional online profile. Rebecca and Scott both posed similar questions on my blog in reference to my notion of “self-branding”, suggesting that through self-promotion of our “best self”, we are not remaining authentic. This made me consider what online authenticity truly involves. Continue reading →

Topic 3: Authentic; Professional; Online

This week will be on how to develop your own online professional profile while being authentic. With the rise of the digital age, recruiters are increasing their use on social media in order to find employees. As discussed in the previous topic, the large number of online identities that you may have all help to put forward a portfolio of yourself that future employers can find. Continue reading →

Topic 3: If you Searched Yourself would you be Happy with the Results?

We have already discussed online identities, but here’s why they are so important professionally. As the days of posting a CV and cover letter are fading into the background, coming to the forefront are the new days of employers using your online identity to judge your employability.   How do we make our persona authentic? Your professional online persona needs to be multifaceted and should not stand in the way of promotion. Continue reading →

How can I develop an authentic professional profile online?

Before we begin discussing how to develop an authentic professional profile online, let’s have a quick recap of the relevant points from Topics 1 and 2: Figure 1: A recap of earlier topics discussed, self-produced.  In my previous blog post on Topic 2, I discussed the debate between digital experts about how important it is to develop an authentic online profile, instead of multiple or anonymous identities and personas. Continue reading →

If you aren’t online, you don’t exist

With 77% of employers Googling prospective employees there has never been a better time to develop your online professional profile (Hoffman, 2017). In Topic 2 both Philip and I touched upon the idea of having a different online personal and professional profile and how the differentiation plays dividends in a successful job application. But how can an authentic online professional profile be developed? I propose the best way to answer this question is to start by defining ‘authentic’. Continue reading →

Developing a Professional Online Profile

We now live in a digital age in which everything appears to be moving online. One thing that certainly has moved online is employment, where we are seeing less focus on CV’s and more focus on digital profiles. Ever wondered if your employee has looked you up? (Made via PiktoChart) As you can see, it’s very rare for an employer not to scan your social media platforms before being hired. Continue reading →

A qualitative approach to authentic online professional profiles: create an authentic fairy-tale through usage

Employers and employees increasingly use online profiles for professional purposes, like recruitment, sackings and verification (JobVite, 2014), raising many strategies through which to develop authentic online professional profile, as the following PowToon discusses: Each strategy is unified around usage, definable as any user-driven interaction, which unlocks many authenticity strategies. Continue reading →

Topic 3: Authentic Professional Online Profile

WHAT IS SOCIAL RECRUITING? In a nutshell, social recruiting is a strategy that’s used to hire candidates by looking through social media networks as a talent agency. On platforms such as LinkedIn, companies can scout eligible candidates for recruitment without having to use the traditional methods of newspaper advertisements or agency placements. This method can be beneficial for both employers and potential employees. Continue reading →

Discuss the ways in which an authentic online professional profile can be developed


“Your social media profile has now become your new CV.” “Is Your Social Media Damaging Your Chances Of Finding A Job? – NHB Recruitment” Social media is a huge an unavoidable part of todays society that plays a role in many aspects of our lives. Therefore it is unsurprising that your online profiles can now have a massive impact on your professional life and potentially even cause problems when it comes to applying for new jobs. Continue reading →

Working offline is no longer an option

Last week I mentioned how recruiters are much more likely to engage in the practice of online profile screening [1], [2]. However, the utility of an online professional identity beyond the hiring process can be easily overlooked. Maintaining an active professional profile can yield many benefits. In a self-conducted interview, Barney Green of Higher Safety discusses what an online professional profile means to him and the effect it has on his business. Continue reading →