SOCIAL MEDIA REFERENCES Helpful Tips Presented by: Kayla Conologue, TSIC Program Coordinator
Quick Questions Who has their own personal account? Who checks their regularly? Once a week? At least twice weekly? Daily?
- Basics is a primary form of communication (for Take Stock, Universities, financial aid, etc.) Aim to have a simple, professional address Keep it consistent!! Importance of regularly checking You are often held accountable for what you are sent
Skills to Know Reply vs. reply-all Cc-ing Subject line Signature Attaching files Sending Receiving Types of files Folders For organizing Junk/Spam Contact list
Be sure to: Proofread! Sign your s Be aware of what you include on your profile Thoroughly read s you’ve received
Social Media Reminders Social Media is no longer used only by your peers Be conscious of what you are posting, in regards to both yourself & other people Students & Parents - Take Stock in Children is now on Facebook, like us: TakeStockInChildrenPascoCounty Poll: Who uses twitter more than facebook?
References Purpose of a reference When and for what do you need a reference for? Importance of a good reference Remember to properly thank your reference(s)
How to get a good reference Ask early & put thought in to who you choose Consider: Relationship with person – no peers or family members Length of time you’ve known the person Has this person seen you exhibit good character traits & skills? What are you asking a reference for? Aim to ask people from different areas of expertise
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