Showcasing Your Summer Activities on Cirkled In (Part 4 of 10 Video Series)
Welcome back to our ten-part series on creating a dazzling profile that showcases your achievements and talents. Today, we're talking about one of our favorite categories - summer activities!
Why Summer Activities Matter!
Did you know that 67% of learning loss happens during summer? That's why it's essential to keep yourself busy and active during this time. Summer activities can be anything from rigorous sports to volunteering to educational family vacations.
You can watch this 5-minute video here or follow the steps listed below.
So let’s get started. If you do not have an account already, you can create one for free at www.cirkledin.com.
Show Off Your Summer Learning: Tips for Showcasing Your Achievements
Remember, the purpose of adding your summer activities to your profile is to showcase your learning and experiences. Think about the different programs you participated in and how they helped you grow. Did you develop new academic skills or gain a better understanding of a subject? Or maybe you honed your soft skills like communication, leadership, and time management. Whatever it is, don't be shy about sharing your accomplishments.
Step 1: Get Ready to Flaunt Your Summer Adventures: Adding Your Summer Activities
Summer is the perfect time to explore new adventures, learn new skills, and make lasting memories. And the best part is, you can showcase all those experiences on your profile for the world to see!
To add your Summer Activities, click on the “Edit Profile” option on the left menu of your Cirkledin profile. Then on the main window, you’ll see seven categories, including 3rd category of Summer Activities.
Step 2: Entering Individual Summer Activities:
Adding your summer activities is a breeze! All you need to do is click the "add" button in the summer activities section, and voila! A form will appear with prompts to guide you through each field.
Step 3: Adding Summer Activities Details:
From volunteering in your community to taking a road trip with friends, make sure you highlight all your exciting summer endeavors! The more details you provide, the better!
Share the program name, organization, location, duration, any awards or achievements, and a summary of what you gained from the experience, and don't forget to include external links or attachments to showcase your work!
Bonus Step: Draw Inspiration from your peers: Example Profiles:
Are you stuck on what to include in your profile? Don't worry! Check out the exciting example profile provided in the interface. Get inspired by your peers and explore the exciting ideas they have added to their profiles. Simply click on the examples and see what you can learn from them!
Get Ready to Shine with Your Summer Activities!
Summer activities speak volumes about your dedication to personal and professional growth. Don't shy away from demonstrating your learning and achievements. Let the world know how you utilized your summer breaks from middle school to high school and beyond. In the upcoming Blog, we'll dive into the exciting world of music and arts activities. Stay tuned for more inspiration on how to make your profile shine!
See you in the next Episode!
Check out other articles in the series.
Article 1: Cirkled In Profile: Who Am I Section
Article 2: Showcasing Your Academics
Article 3: Showcasing Your Supplemental Learning
Article 4: Highlighting Summer Activities: THIS ARTICLE
Article 5: Music and Arts: Upcoming