Networking

Social Media sites, like Linkedin, are NOT helpful in finding a job.

Everything on the internet is archived (placed into storage and can be found again), and there is no eraser.

Don't post anything on your social media site(s) you wouldn't want your future boss to see.

Criticism means

It is NOT important to control what people say in the comments section of your site.

Employer work ethics: safe environment for staff, be respectful, fair wages, be honest

Work ethics includes: being on time, do company work on company time, respect the company, treat company property w/care

Email Etiquette includes: subject line, avoid all caps, use spell check, reread before sending, closing

Praise means

Networking: talking to or contacting people you know to find job leads

Feedback means

Workplace ethics applies to employers and employees

A Key to Networking: It is important to be prepared.

It IS important to place privacy settings on your social media accounts.

Be prepared: Check regularly to see what comments have been posted. Delete mean or inappropriate comments.

It is important to protect your online image.

Potential employers DO NOT look at your social media profile and postings.

It is best practice NOT to talk about religion and politics at work.

It is important to have a positive social media that will help you get and keep a job.

Networking: The 3 Ps are

It is best practice to use foul language, mean comments, lewd jokes, and risque' photos on your social media sites.