1.Can your PLN be used to help professional development post-course?

Of course, although there is still a lot of room for improvement in my PLN and the range of information I receive needs to be expanded, I think my current PLN will be really helpful for my future professional development. The content and videos I post on Twitter and linkedin let me find many like-minded people as well as the heads of enterprises. During the conversation with them, I have gained a lot of experience and lessons, which will give me more opportunities to improve myself.

I really like the idea that Amy mentioned in the video her understanding of PLN’s career development. She believes that when you selectively communicate with interested people online or offline, these people will have a huge impact on you(wakelet, 2022). These are not just like-minded people, but also people who push and expand your thinking, who compete with you, who encourage and support you. With their help, you will improve greatly and become a better person(wakelet, 2022).

Can your PLN be relied on to open professional opportunities?

As I said above, my PLN has helped me get in touch with many corporate leaders and technical staff, and I will also get in touch with more and more people in the future. This helped me get job opportunities and get involved in technology development more easily.

Reference

wakelet. (2022, August 11). The benefits of Growing Your Network & PLN! | #thewakeletpodcast. YouTube. Retrieved November 25, 2022, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEa8JgAE_qM