17 Chapter 17 Prepare My Professional Profile/Bio
Introduction
Having your Professional Profile/Bio built and shared in addition to your Resume and CV is a great idea!
Do you have a copy of the following? Resume, CV, and Bio? (It’s a really good idea to start one if you find them unfamiliar) You may have used these terms interchangeably; each actually has a unique emphasis and serves a difference purpose. Read from this website for a briefing What’s the Difference Between a Resume, CV, and a Bio? | WeWriteBios.com
These methods are approaches definitely help to tell your story. Seriously consider putting one in place for yourself, even if it may not be required by any classes.
Your peers have also developed Professional Profile/Bio. Here is an example from Ms. Escobedo.
Digitized Professional Profile/Bio
With the help of technology, you can link any description on paper with a video-image of yourself. Why is it a good idea? 70% of the information that we want to communicate are through non-verbal/written materials. You can see the amount of information about yourself that you will be able to share by providing a visual. You will find a good read here How To Make a Digital Portfolio in 5 Steps (Plus Tips) | Indeed.com
Find examples of Digitized Professional Profile that your peers have created below.
Karla Trevino https://victoriarobledo02.wixsite.com/coming-together-rgv
Mata Caleb https://uthornscaleb2002.editorx.io/my-site-2
Prepare different versions would cover all needs. Now you may be thinking which one should I use? This is a very good question to ask. It is strongly recommended for you to have a conversation with your mentor, advisor, and/or someone from the Career Center. Consider this is an opportunity to exercise your critical thinking skills also. To be able to answer the question, you need to start by analyzing what type of information does the opening call for. Then match it up with either your CV, Resume, or your Professional Profile/Bio. Visit their website Students | UTRGV for details.
You can benefit from the services the UTRGV Career Center offers as an Alumni | UTRGV.