The best advice is to be proactive and have a website or blog that explains what you’re about and what you do. It takes more than just a fancy resume on paper or even a PowerPoint presentation for others to get to know you. Employers now look for blogs where they can read your words and videos where they can see you in action.
This is not to say everything has to look and sound like a sales pitch. Sometimes we learn the most from the things we did the worst. The key is to be yourself. Be personable by listing hobbies or activities that you do outside of work.
Another good tip is making yourself available to other people. We’re all been warned against giving our phone numbers or emails, but that’s often the best way to reach people. So you shouldn’t be afraid to list your office number or work email on your Twitter, Facebook, or LinkedIn account.
There are a growing number of trade organizations, etc. with an online presence. An easy way to grow your network is by joining these groups. In my case, I connect with CAHPED and the Central Valley Adapted Physical Education Consortium.
Finally, if you’re like me, find a good editor—someone that you can count on to look over your work.