Once in a while…
…we write a blog about things that concern us. Whether it’s interesting developments in the field of Web & Media or common language mistakes, we like to share our thoughts.
- Creating engagement/online brand awareness on instagram
How do you ensure that people (get to know) your brand and that they also like, share and respond to your Instagram messages? I did research on this for my bachelor thesis. Keep reading for a short summary! Nowadays, of course everyone knows that social media plays an important role …Creating engagement/online brand awareness on instagram Read More »
- Learning new habits & comply to resolutions
Learning new habits & comply to resolutions Hi Kweekers! January has already passed and it’s time for a new blog post. Whether you started the new year with all kinds of good resolutions or whether you just let it all slip by you, it always feels a bit like a … - Networking, how do you do it?
Networking. You always hear people talking about how important networking is, but what exactly does networking mean and how do you get good at it? What does networking give you? And maybe most important, how do you start and how do you take that first step? No worries, with the help … - 6 easy ways to gain practical skills!As a university student, a new academic year mostly means that we can go back to having our noses in books and theories. However, practical skills can also be of great value. For example, they look very good on your CV. Would you like to acquire more practical skills in …
- Tips and tricks for job interviewsAt the beginning of the year, Kweek posted a blog about how to prepare for an online job interview. Now that the corona rules are being relaxed a bit and we are slowly but surely going back to the old normal, the interviews will also take place offline more often. …
- Personal branding: you as a brand?For you, Coca-Cola might for example be known as a successful brand. You know exactly what they do, what they stand for and how you can recognize them. This is really important for a brand, but what if you started seeing yourself as a kind of ‘brand’ to make an …
- Throwback to the board yearThe change of the Kweek board is right around the corner! Marlou and Laura will leave their roles at the end of the academic year, vacating two posts in the Kweek board. That is why in this interview Marlou and Laura will share their experiences over their past year at …
- Stay fit during the lockdown: a few tips and tricks!In the meantime, the gyms have been closed for a while now and as many of you probably have noticed, it is pretty hard to keep doing your home-workouts all by yourself. Not only a good physical health enhances your ‘mental fitness’, it also brings structure to your day. During …
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- How to find an internship?During your studies, you have the possibility to do an internship. An internship is a very suitable way to explore the field, apply theory into practice and learn a lot. An internship often also gives you insight into what you might or might not want in your future job. So, …
- LinkedIn profile picture: 7 tips and tricks!In these times of uncertainty, online representation is getting more and more important. An essential platform to realize this, is LinkedIn. It’s THE way to network during these times and it’s actually your online resume. Companies and recruiters want to know who they are dealing with and therefore a first …
- Social media advertising: important factors for success
Organizations worldwide use social media to promote products and services. By using social media advertising, organizations try to increase the purchase intention of customers. However, how do you ensure that your social media ads are successful? Social media advertisements should be designed in a way that considers all the important …Social media advertising: important factors for success Read More »
- Job applications online. What is important?
Job applications online. How is going nowadays? Many things have changed in the field of job applications in the past year. For example, it is no longer self-evident to visit the office and leave the best impression there. Due to the current pandemic, we will work from home as much … - Instagram likes: the drugs of now and the future
Everybody with an active Instagram account knows it: the euphoric feeling of getting a like. You post a picture on the gram and don’t know what to expect. How many likes will I get? Would people react something nice in the comment section? The moment a like or comment flows …Instagram likes: the drugs of now and the future Read More »
- What’s on the menu?
Having a delicious lunch on a terrace or enjoying tapas with friends; it is an understatement when I say that I like it. I admit, I belong to the group of people who have gone through the entire menu beforehand, because all those choices… However, the choice you finally make … - 5 tips to boost your LinkedIn profile
The social media platform LinkedIn is one of the new social media platforms that you will have to deal with as a student. The network offers the opportunity to present yourself professionally to potential employers. Creating a profile on the online network site seems to have become a requirement to … - Stay motivated and productive when you work from home
Staying motivated when you work from home can be a bit hard, which is completely normal. It is important to realize and keep in mind that it is okay not to be productive every hour of the day. Our society of today is generally focused on being productive and we …Stay motivated and productive when you work from home Read More »
- How To Overcome Social Distancing Online
The Corona virus has a big impact on our daily lives. One of the most important measures taken against it is the 1,5 meters distance we should keep from each other. Unfortunately, it looks like this measure is not going to disappear anytime soon, but there is one bright side … - Interview with a former Kweeker: Marie Roelofs
Who are you and what are you doing now?My name is Marie Roelofs and I am currently in my third year of the Bachelor of Communication and Information Sciences. I am now writing my thesis and am also following two courses, namely: marketing in business and cultural history 3. I … - Online meetings, presentations and lectures: useful tips and tools!
Suddenly, you are in all kinds of digital meetings, presentations and lectures, and you have to talk to your webcam. How can you transfer your message in a good way to the other side of the camera? And how can you ensure that everything works as optimal as possible? Digital …Online meetings, presentations and lectures: useful tips and tools! Read More »
- Current status at Kweek
On the 23th of March 2020, the Dutch Government has decided to take new measures to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus. These strict measures include that is prohibited to have social gatherings or activities until June 1, 2020. Unfortunately, we are not allowed to organize workshops at the …