3 Ways to Make Googles Top 10

How high on the Google list are you? If you are not on the first page, it is time to change that. There are three ways to accomplish this, but first you need to get on the internet, research your name, and see what you are up against.

Don’t worry if you are number 25 or 125 on the Google search, there are three easy steps to follow to fix that so you can be number one, and they are:

1. Social Media
   Social media is a way to interact with peers as well as professionals. Whether updating a status on Twitter or posting a comment on someone’s wall, there are ways to be noticed, especially if using a form of social media is part of your daily routine. Today, employers look potential interns or employees up on social media sights to get a general idea about the person’s lifestyle, in order to see if he or she would be a good fit for the company. Therefore, make sure all the information on your profile pages is something to be proud, and that it presents you in a positive light.
   
2. Pitch Yourself
   Magazines, newspapers, and online publications should all be considered as one more opportunity to gain access to the media. Seek out journalists and reporters looking for people to interview because more than likely there will be a story to contribute to. A simple way to promote yourself is through Twitter, because there is a reporter who posts opportunities multiple times a day. Follow URGHARO, and there will be numerous amounts of opportunities to pitch a story. Pitching yourself is an important aspect of public relations because it is an easy way to be published. Once published use it as a writing sample, or even in your resume.
   
3. Blogging
   Blogging is a way to make opinions known. Start a blog and put the link on your social media profile pages, such as Twitter or Facebook. This is a great way for not only your peers to read your writing and thoughts, but potential employers as well. When blogging, make sure you post several times a week in order to keep readers interested. Another way to use blogging as a tool is to be the guest star on your favorite blog. Research a one you love, and submit your post to the writer. Be proud of your blog and tell everyone about it.

Making your name known on the internet will benefit you in the long run, because I guarantee before or after an interview, your future employers will Google you. Promote your name as often as possible. After following these three steps (in no particular order) Google your name again and see how much higher on the list your name is.

Mollie Horton
University of Minnesota
Jour 3279
Blog Assignment