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A moment with educators coming to the fore and making such a great impact on the education landscape . I have long been a proponent of educators having their own platforms to build their presence and to make their voices heard .
I would advise educators who create content to develop their own channels , and if it is at all possible to try to create content on multiple channels . By doing this , you will grow your audience and influence . I find that the various social media platforms all work differently , so try to figure out what content is best suited to which type of platform .
Start with the one you are most comfortable with and build from there . For me , it was Twitter . Connect with like-minded educators across the world and build your learning network . This will definitely benefit you when you look at bigger projects and possible career shifts in the future .
Be authentic and make sure not to promote any ideas or products that you do not believe in . People can tell when you are not authentic , and educators have the ability , more than most , to identify inauthenticity .
It is also important to know that when your audience and influence grows , you are likely to be approached by education companies who would want to collaborate with you . Know your worth and charge accordingly . Do not be afraid to ask for the compensation you deserve . You know you are worth it , and so do they .
What do you do to unwind and have fun ?
The best way for me to unwind and have fun is with my family . My children Zakaria and Zara certainly keep me on my toes , but they also appreciate chilling on the sofa with some popcorn and a good movie . I also enjoy spending time with friends , tearing up some tarmac at the Dubai Kartdrome , hitting the slopes at Ski Dubai , playing golf and connecting with forwarding thinking educators across the globe .
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