Two questions remain: Do e-portfolios have an effect on the hiring process? Is it worthwhile to make one?
The answer to the first question is yes, e-portfolios have an effect on the hiring process. It can be used to differentiate applicants from one another and to demonstrate an applicant’s writing ability. In addition, it can be used in many different parts of the hiring process. It can help to pre-screen potential candidates, or it can be used as a differentiator when choosing between two possible applicants. (McMillan, Parker, & Sport, 2014). Therefore, it does have an effect on the hiring process, and this effect may only grow larger in the future.
The answer to the second question, however, is more complicated. On one hand, an e-portfolio can be a source of competitive advantage for applicants. (McMillan, Parker, & Sport, 2014). However, many employers are not using e-portfolios yet, which means you could put in a lot of work for very little payoff. (Ward & Moser, 2008)
Ultimately, however, it will likely be worthwhile for you to create an e-portfolio. It will give you an edge with the employers who do accept them right now, and it will make sure you are prepared for those who do in the future. With technology always changing, new hiring methods could soon be developed that make e-portfolios easier to access, thereby increasing their importance in the hiring process.
If you’re already prepared for that, then you will be one step ahead of all the other applicants.
REFERENCES
McMillan, L., Parker, F., & Sport, A. (2014). Decisions, decisions! E-portfolio as an effective hiring assessment tool. Nursing Management,45, 52-54. Retrieved October 15, 2015, from
Ward, C., & Moser, C. (2008, November 17). E-Portfolios As A Hiring Tool: Do Employers Really Care? Retrieved October 15, 2015, from http://er.educause.edu/articles/2008/11/eportfolios-as-a-hiring-tool-do-employers-really-care
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