Have you ever tried googling your name? What did you find? Maybe some photos here and there? …Possibly on some other people’s websites? Creepy, huh?
Well, you don’t have to worry because you set your privacy settings, right? They keep people out and your information in.
If you think that, then you’re sadly mistaken.
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| With today's technology, virtually (pun intended) anything you post online can be seen and accessed with one touch of a button. |
Privacy settings can only go so far. Some companies can even pay to access this. There is even a site that will give you updates on whenever something is posted under or with your name. The downside? Anyone can use your name and get the same updates.
Now, this isn’t so bad and it can be horrible, and not just because people can access your information. If you are applying for a job, your employer might try to find some information on you prior to the interviewing process. This now, is their first impression of you. Make it count!
So, how do you avoid or minimize the damages? Cultivate positive online identities. Set up reliable online resumes. Buy a domain. This will give you more credibility as a person. *Scroll down for links where you can do all of this*
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| Don't be a potty mouth or bad mouth people online (it looks bad on your part). |
Or even simply, filter and censor what you post online. Don’t share photos of you wasted at a party.
This lecture really made me think about how I present myself online. Nowadays, it’s pretty much as important as how you present yourself in person. As a result, I’m trying to keep my posts clean and reputation credible.
Also, since basically everything is online now, it will be a great way for you to gain exposure.
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| If you look good online, you'll have a better chance of someone OFFERING you a job, instead of you GOING OUT and LOOKING for one. |
I’m also not telling you this so you will be paranoid. There’s no way for you to be 100% safe anywhere and if you are like me and have had Facebook, Youtube etc. for a while now, the information is already up in cyberspace. There’s no getting it back. But it’s never too late.
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| Outweigh the negativity with the positive. |
And remember, “If it’s personal, keep it private”.
A PSA about using the internet and social networks safely and wisely. For Skills Canada Regionals @ Humber College. Written by, directed by and starring Sophia Nguyen and Jordon Veira.
A PSA about using the internet and social networks safely and wisely. For Skills Canada Regionals @ Humber College. Written by, directed by and starring Sophia Nguyen and Jordon Veira.
Here are some of the links where you can track down your footprints:
Spezify
Google Search
Google Alerts
http://www.socialnomics.net/2011/05/11/7-free-tools-to-track-your-digital-footprints-shadows/
Not So Private
https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguy18yNfdqlzqvfsh4OtzFkcF9PWIK7z4um8ebFSumsg5jaall-r7JxljlmOCKGP8Sa6CRmaPzqqTwrI-lrWT_8BHjD0rAjeYmtn06VtG758e9zgNoBVkygLpfu1ReQSxbQ02vITQ9hNM/s320/internetsafety.gif
Potty Mouth
http://www.socialnomics.net/2011/05/11/7-free-tools-to-track-your-digital-footprints-shadows/
First Impressions
Positive > Negative
http://www.motherrr.com/Files/Image/Positive%20negative%20scale.jpg
Not So Private
https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguy18yNfdqlzqvfsh4OtzFkcF9PWIK7z4um8ebFSumsg5jaall-r7JxljlmOCKGP8Sa6CRmaPzqqTwrI-lrWT_8BHjD0rAjeYmtn06VtG758e9zgNoBVkygLpfu1ReQSxbQ02vITQ9hNM/s320/internetsafety.gif
Potty Mouth
http://www.socialnomics.net/2011/05/11/7-free-tools-to-track-your-digital-footprints-shadows/
First Impressions
Positive > Negative
http://www.motherrr.com/Files/Image/Positive%20negative%20scale.jpg
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