Your Social Media Presence: What You Need to Know
- Keep in mind that whatever you post (pictures, videos,status updates, tweets, links, etc.) is generally public. Friends, friends of friends, and people in your networks may have access to this.
- Avoid complaining publicly about work or work-relatedm items.
- Avoid writing publicly about your job search unless it can be public. If your current employer sees this, it may negatively impact your experience at work.
- Pick a professional photo for all of your social media presences. This is the first image employers and others will see if and when they screen you (which some do).
- Google your name. Be aware of what the top results are.
- Tell people in your networks about appropriate good news.
- Share an accomplishment from class or your internship.
- Compliment someone for doing good work.
- Avoid posting negative comments, especially about employers, coworkers, and supervisors.
- Use privacy settings on all siteswhere possible.
