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Are you familiar with these social media platforms? Do you use these or any other social media platforms? For many of us, we occupy ourselves with these services either to learn more about things or simply to be entertained and updated with the world.
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Because of the easy accessibility of the social network, there are many users out there who use these networks freely with or without knowing the consequences.
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But do not worry. This video will show you the right and wrong ways of using social media in order so you wouldn’t have to find yourself in any trouble!
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Here are some worthy tips of using social media correctly with proper etiquette: Complete and update your social media profiles o This will help with first impressions and making sure the information that is displayed on the account is more professional and presentable to those who are viewing it. Use separate accounts for business and personal o We get that you love to share and interact with families/close friends. There is nothing wrong with that. But what is wrong is displaying that personal information to businesses who are not interested in such things. Share thoughtfully and responsibly o Make sure the things you share won’t jeopardize you short or long term. These things stay on the internet and can be used against your reputation. Avoid grammatical errors o Make sure everything posted has no errors in grammar or spelling. You would like to look professional and educated at all times. This will boost your credibility in the long run.
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Here are some things to avoid while using social media: Make sure shared info is credible o The internet is a big place to get information from and some information provided can be false. Make sure you research more about this share information. Providing the wrong information will hurt your rep and credibility Act professional at all times o Do not use profane language and display inappropriate behavior. This will increase your chances of NOT being chosen. Give credit where it’s due o Do not try to claim someone’s work without providing citations. This will help avoid serious trouble such as social media backlash or lawsuits
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Now that I have provided you with some guidelines to follow, you can follow these rules to help better your experience for the future! Citations: https://www.outboundengine.com/blog/social-media-etiquette-for-business-25-dos- donts/