Building a Digital Presence That Works for You

Your online presence is a modern-day professional portfolio, and yes, employers are checking it. For you, as a job seeker or student, this isn't a hurdle; it's a powerful opportunity to shape your narrative and demonstrate value. To strategically shift the focus, try these three actions: 

• Highlight Your Interests and Expertise Don't just share content about disability. Instead, use platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, or a personal blog to showcase your professional passions, industry insights, and subject-matter knowledge. This puts your skills and interests front and centre. 
• Showcase Achievements and Projects Regularly post about your learning achievements, successful projects, and skills development. Did you complete a challenging course? Ship a side project? Present research? These posts provide tangible evidence of your drive, competence, and commitment to growth.
• Build Your Professional Network Actively connect with professional networks in your field, including those for disabled professionals. Engaging with industry leaders, participating in relevant discussions, and following key companies demonstrates you are an active, well-connected member of your chosen profession. 

This approach ensures your online identity functions as a compelling argument for your skills, qualifications, and potential.