Online presence, which is often referred to as digital footprint, can increase your chance of employment if you know how to manage it. The way you behave online, may it be in the form of online accounts, profile pages, resume pages, portfolio websites, blogs and online photos, has a lot to do in your capacity to attract potential employers.

Especially for users of social networking sites such as LinkedIn, Facebook and My Space, taking good care of your online presence is important because what people see of you online makes a lasting impression. Remember that most employers today utilize the power of the Internet in screening potential job candidates. (to be concluded)