Build An Online Presence
General Overview
With employers increasingly turning to the internet to learn more about potential candidates, having a strong and professional online presence can significantly boost your chances of landing your dream job. Whether it's through a carefully curated LinkedIn profile, a personal website showcasing your work, a robust online presence can help you stand out from the competition. By showcasing your skills, experience, and personality online, you can provide employers with a comprehensive understanding of who you are and what you can bring to their organization. Invest time in building and maintaining your online presence to impress future employers and increase your opportunities for career success.
Remember to…
Keep It Professional
Create a profile to showcase your capabilities. Highlight your expertise, experience, and unique value proposition to attract and engage your target audience.
Brand Yourself
Establish a consistent visual identity across all platforms, including a professional profile picture, banner/header, and color scheme to reflect your professional identity.
Have Good Content
Create or share high-quality content. Make it informative, engaging, and visually appealing to showcase your knowledge and expertise.
Be Courteous
Keep your conversational tone professional and stay away from using slang. Be respectful. You want them to want to talk with you again.
Engage and Network
Promptly respond to comments, messages, and inquiries. Build your network of professional contacts. Join online communities associated with your intended career path.
Be Consistent
Maintain a consistent posting schedule to keep your audience engaged and attract new followers, whether it's daily, weekly, or monthly.
LinkedIn for High School Students
How to Use Social Media to Get a Job
Job Searching | Do’s & Don’ts of Social Media
Social Media in the Job Search
What is LinkedIn?
Activities
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Using LinkedIn and the LinkedIn Profile Checklist, create a LinkedIn Profile.
**May need parent/guardian permission before students can create an account with LinkedIn
Online Resources
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LinkedIn
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LinkedIn Profile Checklist
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Millennial Job Seekers Need to Know About Their Online Presence
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Social Media Influences the Decision of Employers & Colleges
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How College Students Are Yusing Social Media to Find a Job