Your digital identity is a representation of yourself that is portrayed online. This information is readily available to the public with the use of online resources. Your digital Identity allows you to create a professional online reputation and that is why it is very important to make sure that what you post stays professional. Future employers or business partners have access to your digital identity and may take that as their first impression of you. You want this first impression to be taken seriously and looked at professionally. That is why you want to avoid sharing any sort of inappropriate content including photos and private information on any online platform that is connected to your name. You really only want to share what you believe positively adds to your digital identity. When it comes to managing your digital identity, you must keep updating/editing your profiles. While you are adding to your digital identity you want to keep in mind to stay consistent with the information you are adding. You have to make sure people know it is you and that you portray the same person across all online platforms. It is also very important to tune in to who your audience is or who you want your audience to be. I believe that the greatest impact one has to their digital identity is making sure they are setting a barrier between their personal life and their professional life and understanding what they feel benefits them from both categories. Growing up in a world with rapidly evolving technology meant we had to be careful with what we posted online as it does not ever fully disappear and could impact us later on. Many role models in my life did a great job of reminding me of that, that I needed to watch what I posted on the internet and also what was posted about me.
An e-portfolio is the profile that comes up with any google search tied to your name. This platform states contact information, educational background along with your work history. These portfolios should include professional information about yourself and include a profile photoso that your photo can be placed to a name. Again, this platform is strictly to benefit you in the professional realm and allows other professionals to gain some information about you, without having to contact you directly.
Hey Molly! This is a great explanation of digital identity and e-portfolio! I completely agree that it is important to watch what you post and ensure it is not inappropriate. You never know how one post on social media can damage your reputation and prevent you from getting great job opportunities or hurt your school career. Once you post something on the internet, even if you delete it you never know who’s watching or monitoring your activity. I think it’s best to maintain the best online image and not post too much personal information to prevent identity theft.