With the convergence of several social networking systems — like Facebook, LinkedIn, Flickr, YouTube, and the like — the on-line expression of self is taking on new wrinkles and new opportunities. One interesting example that seems to be bubbling up is the bio or personal introduction via slideshow. <\/p>\n
Rather than a text bio, a downloaded resume, or some other more static form, such personal or professional introductions offer both a glimpse at the person and an example of how they convey themselves through text and images. Consider it a 30-second spot to sell yourself — for a job, for a network connection, for a sense of being seen.<\/p>\n
With programs like PowerPoint or Keynote, anyone with a computer can build such a show. And with social networking sites like SlideShare<\/a> and LinkedIn<\/a>, anyone can also post them for public consumption. (Just be sure that you have the rights to whatever images you use — either by using your own photos, or by purchasing images and licenses through cheap stock photo sites like iStockPhoto.com<\/a>.) <\/p>\n To figure out how it might work, I created my own 20-slide introduction to my professional life, my work, and my interests (embedded below). Consider what such a short text-and-image presentation might look like for you, or your arts organization.<\/p[>\n