4.04 Designing Your Academic Online Presence with Jennifer Van Alstyne
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In this episode of the Mindful Academy podcast, Jennifer Askey chats with Jennifer Van Alstyne, an expert who helps academics enhance their online presence. They discuss moving beyond the typical, bland faculty website to create dynamic and authentic online spaces that reflect individual research and personalities.
Jennifer Van Alstyne shares her entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing mindful self-promotion and effective social media strategies without feeling overwhelmed. The conversation also touches on the personal journeys of academics, including themes of healing, self-authorship, and balancing professional demands with personal well-being.
Jennifer Van Alstyne provides valuable resources and advice, including her website, The Academic Designer, and information about an upcoming website contest, to help academics improve their online visibility and share their stories effectively.
Resources:
- The Social Academic blog https://theacademicdesigner.com/blog/
- Free online presence course https://higheredpr.teachable.com/p/free-online-presence-course
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