Professional Brand

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Professional Brand Plan for Kim Rosema

Social Media

Objective: Engagement

GitHub - Where software developers work on and share code. I need to be here as soon as I learn how to write beneficial code.

Get involved in a variety of projects globally.

Collaborate and share code.

Twitter - Make a name for myself “socially” outside of the workplace or academia. Could also aid in networking. I don't currently have an account but will use this for professional purposes.

Re-tweet and hashtag appropriately

Professionally engage others in commentary.

Regularly share interesting news or journal articles about data science, Big Data, machine learning, etc.

Follow several major data scientists or organization pages.

Create a professional page.

LinkedIn - An absolute must these days. Really good for endorsements and networking. I have an account now but will need to start making connections as soon as I get more involved in my new major.

Participate in Q and A's.

Join groups.

Promote relevant events.

Make connections, especially with influencers.

Share interesting articles about Big Data, machine learning, software developers, etc.

Make sure my information is up to date.

Update profile to reflect accomplishments, present work, and future plans.

Online Portfolio

Objective: Central, Controllable Base of Information

Interactive Digital Resume

As a web page, clickable items are useful. I can link to my social media pages, any projects/research that might be online, etc.

Projects

Codes I’ve written or working on (Links on GitHub)

This is kind of like being published so this would be important to include in a portfolio.

Videos/Presentations.

Credentials

Research conducted.

This is for credibility and networking with collaborators.

Expand on internships.

Expand on what is in resume.

Profile

Education

Special assignments/projects.

Specific courses emphasizing learned programming.

GPA

Awards/Organizations

About Me

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Blog about the industry

This works for Social Media as well.

Work on being a voice of authority in the field, sharing how I continue learning in the industry