The three blogs I thought were the most interesting were about using blogs, social media, and other various outlets to market yourself as a professional, your business (in my case, hospital), and your knowledge. I used to be on the fence about using social media in the professional realm, but after reading up on it there are ways to that social media can be professional and helpful. I started an employment portfolio earlier this year through my business writing class. It opened a world of opportunities. I find the more tech savvy I become the more doors I open in terms of marketing for my profession.
My three favorite professional blogs:
Nicole,
ReplyDeleteI think it is great that you are so adamant in continually furthering your technical knowledge. In today's professional environment it seems to no longer be an asset, but a necessity. As this class is proving as well, being knowledgeable about creating your own sites and social media connections can be the very thing that lands you the job of your dreams. Its all about marketing yourself now isn't it?