Social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter are used by businesses much in the same way that blogs, podcasts, and wikis are. Social networking sites provide a platform for businesses to connect with customers and employees, share news, exchange ideas, and build networks. As a professional, you will need to understand how to harness the power of social networking to promote your career and your organization.

Which of the following tips for using social networks will help you keep your job?

Reject coworkers’ “friend” requests.

Establish boundaries.

Tag all pictures.

Networking sites have become increasingly important for building professional networks. Sites such as LinkedIn are viewed as indispensible for corporate .

Read the scenario, and then answer the question.

Xochi is a corporate PR consultant. She has many clients and must monitor multiple information sources to track her clients’ profiles in the news.

What tool should Xochi use to search and manage this information?

Social bookmarking

Blogs

RSS

What are the dos of using electronic media professionally? Check all that apply.

Separate work and personal data.

Know workplace policies about electronic media.

Avoid sending personal messages via e-mail, IM, or text while at work.

Store personal music and photos on secure company machines.