Introduce Digital Circles to your Class

We are all familiar with different use of the word circle in the context of human interaction. “He runs in that circle” suggests someone is plugging into a specific group. Likewise, “she has tight circle of friends”, would suggest the person is selective about friendships.

I have been introducing the concept of Digital Circles with students, professors and deans. It is a nice metaphor one can use to introduce people to the world of connecting with groups of like-minded online people inside WhyHire.me, Linkedin or Facebook groups, Ning, Twitter Lists, Meetup, you name the digital circle – they pop up every day!

Once you visualize the fact that many of these circles overlap because of our wide interests, students start to connect the dots as to why it’s so important to have a brand presence and make an effort to join relevant digital circles. It simply expands ones reach into the professional world and provides a tremendous source to learn from and share. Students using WhyHire.me get to bring select elements of their digital circles back to their WhyHire.me profile. Check out my Twitter Tab for my latest Tweets, My RSS for what I am reading or sharing and My Blog for my views on personal branding through post-secondary school. Click on my PURL to see how my online brand is presented.

I continue to connect with very switched on people thanks to these digital circles. It’s all the more satisfying to meet these people in person. Thank you all for extending our story into your circles. I will endeavor to do the same:)