In today's job market, many hiring managers and human resource departments are asking for portfolios, online portfolios or résumé websites.

If you decide to post your résumé on any job board, such as Monster or Careerbuilder, among others - they will ask do you have a web site? They even have a blank space for you to enter the link. Giving the opportunity for potential employers to see your resume and/or portfolio right off the bat - giving you the upper edge!