WHY GET APERSONALWEBSITE?

ONLINE CV

PROMOTE PORTFOLIO

CONTROL YOUR BRAND

1. Having your own website helps you establish a visible, credible online digital presence. It helps build a following if you blog, create awareness of a project or cause, or simply allows you to publish an online CV. This demonstrates to potential employees that you not only have great qualifications and experience, but you have the digital skills to tell the world your story and set yourself apart.

2. 64%* of HR decision makers think a personal website rather than a paper CV will become the way they differentiate between you and other candidates in the next 5 years! *500 HR decision makers in the UK were surveyed by 3gem between 26th September and 2nd August 2016.

3. If you have your own website, you’ll always have control of how your information is displayed and what you want employees to see and read about you.

Why get apersonal website?

Being online will open a whole host of new opportunities for you so, what are you waiting for?

You can find lots of helpful articles, blogs and free guides on our website too – theukdomain.uk/students

1. CHOOSE A DOMAIN NAME Try to make it simple and if you are using it for a CV, try and use your own full name if available. To check if your perfect domain is available use our ‘Find a Domain’ search box.

2. CHOOSE A REGISTRAR Alongside the search results you will see a selection of registrars (companies that sell and offer your domain). We recommend you research what each registrar offers and look at T&C’s for each package - don’t forget to check online reviews too!

3. DECIDE WHICH DESIGN BEST SUITS THE PURPOSE Depending on whether you are going to be creating an online CV, portfolio or blog you will need to think about the most suitable design for the website.

4. CHOOSE A WEBSITE PLATFORM There are many options available including free platforms with templates. Think about your own level of expertise, time capacity and budget when deciding on what platform to choose.

5. BUILD YOUR WEBSITE Take your time to get it right and remember to include those essential details such as contact us.

6. TEST YOUR WEBSITE It’s important to test your website across all major search browsers and mobile devices.

7. LAUNCH YOUR WEBSITE Once your website is up and running, it’s time to get the word out. You could use social media to promote your new website or even start by creating blog posts.

Website action plan

WHY GET APERSONALWEBSITE?

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