There are several pros to an online portfolio. The first pro would be the ease of access for possible employers to view the professional live of an individual. It gives people a way to expand their impression on an employer or client. It gives a more detailed view of the persons professional life. The second pro is the availability for viewing. An online portfolio that has links to professional networking and other social media areas is easier to access. It is also located in one place, allowing people to research an individual with more ease. It also allows the individual with the PWP to control the content and image that is being displayed. In a way it puts the person out to the public and gives the impression of having nothing to hide. The third thing that I think is important is that it shows initiative and a knowledge of computer skills. It provides another area that separates someone with a professional PWP from someone who does not have one.
A major con that I can see is someone not having complete grasp on the technology. This might create a sloppy or unprofessional PWP. In looking bad it would reflect poorly on the individual.
A major con that I can see is someone not having complete grasp on the technology. This might create a sloppy or unprofessional PWP. In looking bad it would reflect poorly on the individual.