I hate my job. I hate my boss. I hate working…
OK, I would be an idiot if I actually wrote this on a social media site and I was speaking of the job where I work. Whether those using social media tools want to believe it or not, everything you put out there is public. For the average employee it is important to protect yourself professionally on your personal social media sites. According to Forbes’ “A Corporate Guide for Social Media,” social media in the workplace should be embraced and not banned. That said, once you’ve allowed employees to support the idea of social media it is important to give them a set of guidelines. The following was my favorite tip:
“Everything you say can (and likely will) be used in the court of public opinion–forever. So assume you’re “on the record.” Never say anything you wouldn’t say to someone’s face and in the presence of others. Never use profanity or demeaning language.”
Another tip they gave to bosses was to allow social media during work. Maybe I should repeat that- Allow social media in the work place. Forbes made an excellent observation that I know is true for myself- “If your employees are using Facebook at work, they are also likely checking work e-mail after dinner or at odd hours of the day. Don’t ask them to give up the former if you expect them to continue the latter.”
Never count on people ignoring what you say online- not only will people find it, but people will hold you accountable for it. Be smart, use your common sense and before you post ANYTHING give it a second look.
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