Creativity and credibility plays an important role.
I still choose to standby this statement above when it comes to creating a professional profile on the web. However, after reading some of my classmates viewpoint, I came to realize that there are still other ways that can be of great help when one is creating a portfolio online for their prospective employers.
Consistency is IMPORTANT
Like what Charmaine had mentioned, being consistent is very important. And being consistent does help to increase one credibility. When one is consistent throughout, they tend to be telling the truth generally. (Of course, there are still exceptions – let’s ignore them) Therefore, employers will be less suspicious.
Keep your Profile Updated
Another point which Charmaine brought out, as well as Zoie, one must remember to keep their portfolio updated. Be proud of your achievements, make it known to others! Connect yourself to the professionals in the industry, show them your qualities.
But always remember, do not exagerate them.
Your employers will like to know the “real” you, nothing exaggerated.
Of course, there is no specific measurement for exaggeration. But employers will definitely know if your portfolio is genuiue. Don’t forget, many of them have been recruiting new candidates for a period of them, they are experienced.
Like what Corinne mentioned, as long as one project themselves well, employers will still be willing to hire you even without sufficient experience.
I hope you are ready to start creating a professional portfolio that is authentic. Start creating your LinkedIn profile now. All the best!
You might also want to take a look at this article shared to me by Corinne which I found really useful.
Read my comments on my friend’s post:
Charmaine: http://verycharmainemuchopinions.wordpress.com/2014/12/03/standing-out-amongst-the-5-4-million/
Zoie: https://crossingthought.wordpress.com/2014/12/03/professional-profile-yay-or-nay/
Yanyi . 