DIGITAL IDENTITY ASSIGNMENT

Forms of Social Media I Use Currently, And Forms I Need to Know More About?

I currently use LinkedIn and Twitter social media platforms for professional networking. In future, I would like to know more about platforms such as ResearchGate and Academia.edu to engage more with the academic community.

How Social Media Enhance My Professional Online Presence

Social media enhance my professional online presence by showcasing achievements, connecting with experts and sharing insights in the field (Akmal, 2023). Moreover, social media enhances my professional online presence by providing a platform that contributes to updated discussions on industry trends and builds a personal brand.

How Might Employers Use Social Media to Identify Strong Candidates?

In the identification of strong candidates, potential employers might use social media to assess candidates' communication skills, industry engagement and professionalism (VanDerziel, 2023). A positive online presence can reinforce qualifications and highlight a candidate's passion and expertise.

The Downside of Using Social Media During Job Search

The downside of using social media during job search include the risk of misinterpretation, potential privacy concerns and the need for consistent and curated online content (Akmal, 2023). Additionally, using social media during job search messages does not always reach the right audience and is associated with a lot of fraudulent job listings.

How do My Profiles Currently Reflect My "Portrait", and what do I Need to Do to Make My Profiles More Accurate?

Reflecting on my digital footprint, my profiles currently reflect my professional achievements but could benefit from more industry-specific content to align better with my career goals. Therefore, to make my profile more accurately reflect my "portrait", I need to update my LinkedIn summary to align with my professional goals, ensuring it accurately reflects my achievements, aspirations and skills.

What Impressed Me About Digital Footprints in General and Digital Footprint?

Regarding what impressed me about digital footprint, I am highly impressed by the picture of an individual's online activity digital footprints provide to emphasize the need for strategic curation.

What Would I Want Others to Know About Digital Foot Printing?

I would like others to know the capability of digital foot printing in determining a person's digital reputation. Secondly, I would like others to be crucial and mindful when interacting with content shared online to ensure they remain aligned with professional goals and values. Consistency and authenticity in online presence are key. Considering the above measures in the context of digital identity management would shape a positive online presence.

Reference

Akmal, H. (2023). DESIGNING THE FUTURE OF CAREER SERVICES. https://www.naceweb.org/career-development/trends-and-predictions/designing-the-future-of-career-services

Pacetti-Donelson, V. (2023). Welcome to the Association for Educational Communications and Technology: Discover the future of teaching and learning with technology. https://www.aect.org/

The NACE Career Readiness Integration Task Force, (2023). Strategic Approaches to Integrating Career Readiness Competencies. https://www.naceweb.org/docs/default-source/default-document-library/2023/publication/2023-nace-strategic-approaches-to-integrating-career-readiness-competencies.pdf?sfvrsn=89e2340b_3

VanDerziel, S. (2023). THE VALUE OF HIGHER EDUCATION. https://www.naceweb.org/talent-acquisition/trends-and-predictions/the-value-of-higher-education