Social media 50 years ago was none existent. As students we
tend to forget the power of social media, not only is it useful when stalking
your crush on Facebook but it can be your digital footprint that can never be
removed. So, there are few tips I want to share with you when posting on social
media.
We all lose our tempers at times but that does not give you
the right to make use of vulgar language. At all times try to avoid using
harmful language, there are roughly one million words in the English dictionary
so try to express your steam constructively. You will sound smart by using
effective English words instead of the same old vulgar!
Secondly don’t include images of the crazy night you had and
how sloshed you were! There’s a huge
difference between parties such as your grandma’s 80th birthday and the
parties where the cops raided the club. I’m not saying don’t go out partying but be
careful about what kind of images you post. A picture of you wearing some
skimpy dress is not ideal either. Such photos go viral and may end up in the wrong
hands.
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| A picture is worth a thousand words |
As students we may not like something or some people but it
does not give us a right to be irrational online. Freedom of speech is good but
not when you talk negatively about the company you are planning to apply a job
at . Do not degrade or disrespect other people online. Your digital foot print
is there forever, you don’t want people thinking you’re a Meanie!
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| Be careful what you say! |
The
things you can say however are endless. Firstly you can post inspirational
stuff; content that is worth reading! There is enough negative energy on social
media, why not stand out and be the light! Posting positive things on your
profile will draw more people to follow you. Who knows, you might end up being
offered a job because someone somewhere saw how wise you are!
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| Be inspirational |
Lastly, say who you are. Don’t try to pretend to be something you’re not. Your name is your brand so you have to make sure your reputation is good! For instance don’t claim to live in Sandton but you live in Alexandra. Be real, don’t underestimate or overestimate yourself. No one likes pretenders. However don’t disclose personal information, not all of us want to hear about your multiple girlfriends!
Always remember that your digital print is like a tattoo it won’t be easy to remove it. Always be wise before posting anything and you will enjoy social media!
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| Be you! |
Awesome one Lindy. Enjoyed reading it...those pictures are indeed worth a thousand words!!
ReplyDeleteThank you Vanessa. I hope these tips will come in handy in the future
DeleteWow! that really so alarming hey, coz, you know most of the time we tend to do things the wrong on social media telling our selves that it own space therefore we can we do and say whatever and not thinking of our perception. So, thank you for your helpful tips.
ReplyDeleteThank you Kate, and yes remember that social media is like standing in front of a stage so always be careful.
DeleteNice one hey, this tips are really helpful. Many are times we take the power of social media for granted while it may either make or break our reputations. Embarrassing things are made cool in social media's, while it degrades you as a person.
ReplyDeleteThank you Buhle, yes to some people certain content is harmful. Always be sure not to offend anyone.
DeleteExcellent work Lindiwe, really raised valid points regarding socioal media.The tips will come handy in our daily lives.
ReplyDeleteThank you anoynmous! I'm glad that you will use my tips for future references.
DeleteWow! This is a great read. Such helpful tips. Will be sure to use them next time I log onto a social media site. Thanks for this Lindiwe
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to be of help!Thank you.
DeleteOooooh my God am touched hey Good friend,digital footprint is like a tattoo, don't disrespect, downgrade degrade underestimate yourself through social media, a picture is a worth a thousand words shortly don't mind your dress code, and also your deeds through social media can unclothed you, unknowingly that now you undress your self,post positive things,your name is your brand respect it in whatever you do,know the power and influence social media has because you can lose what belong to you just by using social media wrong,media can build or destroy you more over your on point girl when you say no one like pretenders don't pretend be you...... big up good friend and is not to late to clean your name guys be blessed.........I like your blog hey
ReplyDeleteThank you Bheki! I really appreciate the kind words. I'm happy you enjoyed my blog,I hope to post more blogs. This is just the beginning of many blogs. God bless you too Bheki! :)
DeleteDo mind your dress code code.
ReplyDeleteThank you for that point!Yes people need to be careful what they wear because first impressions last forever.
DeleteBeautifully written! Thank you for the great post
ReplyDeleteThank you Diane :) . I'm happy you enjoyed reading it.
DeleteYes! so true we need to be careful what we do with our social media.You said it right your digital footprint is like a tattoo hey and it will follow us forever.I live by the tips you blogged about they are very helpful.Great blog I really liked it ,its interesting and easy to read.
ReplyDeleteThank you Pachida :) . Yes a tattoo that will live on forever and ever!
DeleteSimple, easy to read and to the point. The pictures are cute. I love it :)
ReplyDeleteThank you Lerato :-) ! I'm glad you liked it!
DeleteThis is very informative and eye-opening, great work!!! Its so true that we as students tend to be ignorant about how we interact on social media. A person's name is their brand and we should all market our brands the right way. Its not only a matter of who sees what you post but also a matter of self-respect!!!
ReplyDeleteYes Ester, we forget that one day we will be parents and influential people.What we say now will catch up with us in the future.
Deletethank you for the feedback :-)
awesome Lindt. I liked it so much that i saved it on my browser as a favourite page, now whenever i visit social media i have to look at it first to know what to and what not to say.But on the other hand, dont we all wanna be bad sometime, just a lil bit
ReplyDelete:-) wow Davie! Thank you! I feel so honored.
DeleteWell it all depends with what you want to be remembered by, good or bad guy?
Great read about etiquette users of social media should have and abide to. Like that you recommend things people should do to avoid doing that which you are advising against.
ReplyDeleteThank you Kamogelo. We forget about the things we should not do on social media, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Delete10th Avenue PR Street Mmm now thats an interesting name I like that its so catchy. I must say I really enjoyed reading your blog its so easy to understand and straight to the point and the video is hilarious I shared a couple of laughs lol well done
ReplyDeleteThank you Abongile :-) ! I'm happy my message was clear and understandable.
DeleteWow thank you for your informative blog Lindiwe. I totally agree with you because honestly speaking, we are very careless when coming to social media and we don't even realise that it will add on our digital footprint. Oh! and Thank you for your guidelines because I will surely take them into consideration
ReplyDeleteThank you Fiona! Yes the digital footprint is very important and it is the one thing that we should always remember when posting on social media.
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