Step2 : Show up and what I mean by this is have an online presence. Create accounts, manage your online presence.
Step 3: Speak up. Present yourself as a thought leader, you do not need awards, certificates and diplomas to be a thought leader. You only need to be passionate about a topic and share your thoughts and ideas on this. If you are involved in projects speak about it, share the information.
Make every effort to be successful both in your physical environment as well as in your online world. Empower yourself. Read blogposts, you have the worldwide web at the touch of a button. Engage with thought leaders, speak to them ask questions, knowledge is key!
If you are collaborating with other individuals on projects or business ideas, make time to speak about the social media strategy for those activities. Talk about when it will be implemented, how it will be implemented and who will contribute to the managing thereof.
Furthermore, keep working hard. Focus on the what is important now and that is to complete your matric exams doing the best you can do. If you would like to chat to me you are welcome to contact me.
Thank you. TM