Your Digital Footprint

Building a web presence is more than a website, it's an opportunity for new projects and collaboration.

Google yourself.
What didn't you find that you should have?
If Google can't find your work then it's irrelevant.

SEO = Search Engine Optimization.

Improve SEO

• Create a free Google site
• Include a bio and links to your social media accounts like Twitter, WordPress, Google+
• Buy a custom domain name for a minimal investment

If You're Not on Twitter- Join

• Twitter is an interest network, not a social network
• There are great professional development opportunities like live webinars and Twitter chats
• It's a great way to network with other people in your field

Twitter Tips

• Set name as @ First+LastName or initials but don't use numbers
• Set- your bio with your interests
• Follow people in your field
• ReTweet items of interest with your own comments, share news articles, actively be part of the conversation
• Set-up a TweetDeck to monitor interesting hashtags

Start a WordPress blog to share your work.

Blogging Basics

• Think long term- who do you want to talk to and what do you want to tell them?
• Be intentional about how you name your posts so that people can find them by search engine
• Share your posts to your Twitter followers or on Google+

Be SMART.
Use secure passwords, think before you post, set Google alerts for your name to monitor your reputation.

References- Web Links In NOtes

• Cordell, R. (2012, Oct). Creating and Maintaining a Professional Presence Online: A Roundup and Reflection.
• Cronin, C. (2012, Dec 19). Enacting Digital Identity.
• Duque, L. (2016, June 8). How Academics and Researchers Can Get The Most Out of Social Media.

References Continued- Links in Notes

• Lowenthal, P. & Dunlap, J. (2012, June 5). Intentional Web Presence.
• Taub, A. (2012, June 7). 5 Key Things Needed to Improve Your Digital Identity.
• Young, C. (2012, Aug 30). 19 Twitter Tips for Newbies (or Helpful Reminders for Not-so-Newbies