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I'm always looking for ways to #upskill ✍ This past weekend, I continued to work on my professional website! To be honest, the process of creating a website has presented a huge learning curve. I really wasn't prepared for how long it was going to take me to get everything in a suitable format for publishing (I bought the domain back in July and launched in the fall 🙃 ) But, throughout the process, I've learned about: ✅ Effective marketing strategies ✅ Visual design & accessibility ✅ Email subscriptions and integrations ✅ Branding ✅ SEO & effective time management for this & other #contentcreation projects (hello, Sundays from 3-6 p.m.) This weekend, I added & changed up a few things on my site: ✅ Added a "The Latest" section to my Events & Presentations page ✅ Optimized mobile viewing (if you looked at my website on mobile before this weekend, no you didn't) ✅ Added a blog post to my ever-expanding blog collection and workshopped SEO titles and keywords ✅ Moved some items around on the homepage and added my recent LinkedIn Top Voice achievement ✅ Included my TikTok (@profunprofessional) in my Social Links There's still lots more to come, and for now, we continue to learn in the process! Check out my website here: https://lnkd.in/esyXYCP2

I'm all about #upskilling ⬆ I really enjoy learning new processes, tools, and skills that enhance my work in #careerservices and nurture my creative passions. Designing my website is a passion project that's been challenging, rewarding, and exciting, all at the same time. By tinkering with the layout & content, I've learned how to: ✅ structure email campaigns ✅ write engaging copy throughout the site ✅ digest site analytics ✅ design for accessibility and navigability ✅ optimize SEO and lots more! Thanks, Squarespace, for making the website management process a breeze. If you haven't seen my site yet, check it out here: https://lnkd.in/esyXYCP2 What have you been learning lately? 😎

Check out my new and updated online portfolio! This portfolio tells you more about me, showcases some of the work I have done, shows my resume, and provides you with my contact information and social accounts. https://lnkd.in/grXcVyKZ #onlineportfolio #sportsmarketing #digitalamarketing

Craft a Compelling Print Portfolio: Content and Storytelling Tips 🌟 You've decided to create a print portfolio – fantastic! Now comes the question of what content to include. 📒 Focus on Quality Over Quantity 🎯 Your portfolio should be concise and impactful, highlighting your most relevant skills and accomplishments. Don’t overwhelm viewers with too much information.  Storytelling is Key 💬 A compelling portfolio doesn't just list achievements; it tells a story of your professional journey. Use visuals, clear descriptions, and impactful headlines to showcase your expertise.  Learn from the Expert 💡 Join our upcoming webinar, Elevate Your Career With a Powerful Professional Portfolio, on Tuesday, July 2, at 12 p.m. EDT, presented by Julie Perrine. We’ll delve deeper into creating compelling content and weaving your professional story.  You’ll discover: ✅ Selection strategies: Learn how to choose the best work samples to showcase your skills.  ✅ Storytelling techniques: Craft a narrative that connects your experience with your career goals.  ✅ Presentation tips: Enhance your portfolio’s visual appeal and user experience. Ready to build a professional portfolio that gets noticed?! Save your spot for the webinar here: https://lnkd.in/gxxTiPsT #ProveYourSkills #AdminTraining

I have had creators reply to my cold emails. I landed an internship with a Forbes listed creator at 16. All because - I BROKE the rules. I don't mean to sound arrogant, but obeying the rules often means restricting yourself in a box. The only reason I was able to do this, was because I choose to mend the rules and think out of the box! And you can too. How? When you're expected to submit a plain resume - choose to stand out, with an unusual colourful. Take it one step further - with personalized work samples. You don't always have to follow the rules, sometimes you can play around, experiment and enjoy the rewards. Here's how you can play around more often - 1. Ppt's that blend your personality and work. 2. Creative video illustrations 3. Magazine style illustrations 4. Interactive resumes - include links to projects and multimedia elements. 5. Personal websites and protfolios 6. Pitch in public 7. Strong social media presence. Here's your reminder to think outside the box and remember that the world around you is always flowing - and so should you! Ps - What’s your most creative application tactic? Share below—I’m curious to know!

One of the important skills that you must learn from school is "Attention to Detail." So many students have failed examinations simply because they lacked this skill - they always have no time to read examination instructions before they hit the 'paper' running. You see job adverts online with all details of procedures to apply, and then people still come to the comment session to write 'I am interested', and then go back to relax, expecting the Human Resource Manager to come calling them to please take the job. Attention to detail is very necessary in all that you do, especially where it involves another person or opposing forces - some of you rush things as if you are from Russia. Here are five tips to improve your attention to detail skills: 1. Read Carefully: Take your time to thoroughly read instructions, job postings, or any written communication. Pay attention to details such as deadlines, requirements, and specific instructions. Pouring 'I am interested' on a job that requires you to apply through email or other means is a huge turn-off for hirers. 2. Double-Check: Before submitting any work or application, review it carefully to ensure accuracy. Check for spelling errors, grammar mistakes, and missing information. Having an A in class is not by who submits first. 3. Stay Organized: Keep your workspace tidy and organized to avoid overlooking important details. Use tools like checklists or calendars to stay on track with deadlines and tasks. 4. Ask Questions: If something is unclear or ambiguous, do not hesitate to ask for clarification. It is better to seek clarification upfront than to make assumptions that could lead to errors later on. 5. Practice Mindfulness: Stay present and focused on the task at hand. Minimize distractions and avoid multitasking to ensure you are giving your full attention to the details of the task. By implementing these tips consistently, you can develop and strengthen your attention to detail skills, which are essential for success in academics, work, and everyday life. - I am Hassan Adeiza Ozigis, a Content Writer, Graphic Designer, and Social Media Manager - Your Partner for the Distinctive Communication that you and your brand need. #Contentwriting #personaldevelopmenttips

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Following on from the previous post... While the glamorous life in PR was my first job (7.5k per year working out of a factory unit) it gave me some real life experience that Polytechnic couldn't. My next job was back into design working in a design agency with close links to Central TV. The key takeaway from this role, other than being back on the rails, was a connection I made with a reprographics rep who would be a saving grace later on. Next I moved into design and print firms. To understand the medium more deeply (the internet was not that big then) so it made sense. Gaining in confidence through these jobs I made the first big mistake of my career. I felt I was ready for a manager role (Studio Manager). I had never managed anyone before. How hard could it be? I was about to find out... The 2 people I had to manage had gone for the role I was offered, were both older than me and resented me with a passion. They set about tripping me up at every turn. However, I did learn something useful while I was there that helped in the next chapter of my career, aside from recognising a toxic work environment... I taught myself something that people had begun to talk about, HTML and was a key to my future. I was not prepared for that level of complexity as a manager. The thing I learnt very quickly was don't overreach too soon. Reach for what you want but don't reach for a bridge too far. Doomed from the outset I was given a month's notice after 7 months or so in post. I was asked to train my replacement who didn't realise what awaited him. Q the reprographics rep (contact) who came to the factory regularly and got me an introduction with a new firm. Never underestimate the people you meet at work as they are important or will be. I went for an interview and was offered a job at the end of the tour/chat. Interviews were very different back then. In fact what swung this job and set me apart aside from my skills and portfolio was my music taste at the time "The Verve". Right time, right place, right music. So began my journey into Photo Retouching, New Media, 3D, Video Animation and Websites. One thing that made me smile 6 months later was that my previous employer went out of business. I had dodged a bullet and fallen into place at my next role. There was a hidden time limit to this new role as I made the next mistake that helped shape me into a better person/employee. Embrace your mistakes, they are your new teachers. Continued tomorrow...

Last week I got to present my favorite workshop on writing speculative emails. We encourage our grad students to be creative about finding their next career move--don't just passively apply for jobs, reach out to the people you want to work with!   The session draws on lessons from sales, copywriting, psychology, and my own experience as a job developer making cold calls from a phonebook during the Great Recession. Students learn how to craft a message that is clear, impactful, and inspires a response.   My favorite takeaway comes from a quote by Kurt Vonnegut: "Every sentence must do one of two things--reveal the character or advance the action." As in storytelling, a good email entices the reader and moves the story forward. Every line must have a purpose. #CareerDevelopment #Communication #JobSearch