If You Choose To Do It; Observe The Protocols!

While there are very few hard and fast rules on social networking sites, there are guidelines and protocols you should follow to ensure a positive experience and avoid problems, conflicts, and confrontations:

• If you're going to participate in social networking, do it properly: Participate frequently, respond to questions, and portray your brand in a positive way.

• Don't sell: People want to know about you as a person first and that takes some time.

• The best strategy: Spend time watching and learning to get a "feel" for the dialog; then, gradually start participating.

• Always try to determine how you can add value to the comment stream.

• It's not about making impressions, it's about making friends! Friends will share the truth with you.

• Always begin by seeking advice or asking some questions.

Make it happen … I know you can!

Next Week:
• I will see you on the radio this Sunday, January 29th at 8am (EST) with “Careers in STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math” with HISPA Founder, Dr. Ivonne Diaz-Claisse on Your Career Is Calling on 107.7 FM and online on www.1077TheBronc.com. I look forward to taking your calls at 877.900.1077.

Best wishes and keep networking alive,

Coach Rod