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10 Ways a Personal Website Can Get You a Job

Monday, August 23rd, 2010

Websites don’t have to only represent a company’s brand. Websites can represent a personal brand as well. In fact, personal websites can work so effectively that it might even help you land a job.

1. Prove your creativity

A nice design, clever content, and interesting photos all reveal a little bit about you as a person and as a professional. Let potential employers see how creative you can be. And if you aren’t creative, don’t fret. Hiring a designer or a writer is easier than you think.

2. Provide work samples

Create a page that links to samples of your writing, photography, design, lesson plans, or whatever portfolio items are required in your industry. Of course, not all industries will require a portfolio, but whatever you have done that demonstrates your abilities should be highlighted on your personal website. (more…)

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