As we continue to embrace Web 2.0 in our social lives, how is this impacting on our digital footprint? Taking a proactive approach to self-managing your virtual identity is increasingly important. By leveraging your professional online presence it is possible to develop a professional network that extends beyond immediate connections and has the potential to open new doors to opportunities for scholarly activities. This talk will consider the impact of digital scholarship; the tools we may wish to consider using; and will raise awareness that we have much of value to share as professionals. https://www.ucisa.ac.uk/groups/dsdg/Events/2015/digcaps/new_programme.aspx