Robert Pearl Starks

Amy, Things like how to open a Twitter account are not covered in this course since this course is focused on developing a strategy. However, it is quite easy to open any social media account you want. Twiter, just like all other platforms, walks you through registering a new account when you simply visit the site. Part of developing a strategy does require you to first become familiar with the tools so you gain a better understanding of the culture of the communities behind the tools. Don't forget, these aren't just tools, there are people behind these tools so we… >>>

Hello Amy, Your struggle of whether or not to accept invitations to connect is normal. Without institution policies, I advise people to use their personal judgement since the institution has not provided guidance. I personally look at the following variables when connecting: Do I truly know the person? If I don't know the person, are they transparent with why they want to connect? Is it clear from their profile that we have commonalities? Does the person requesting a connection have a complete profile (lack of a complete profile means unwillingness to disclose and I don't accept)? With students, again, it… >>>

Helllo Amy, Every institution has different policies regarding social media usage. Some institutions still have not yet developed policies. I can tell you that in some instances, institutions consider communicating with students through personal pages such as yours, "Fraternization," and only allow direct communication and "friending" once they are in graduate status. Thus, one would be required to have a fan page set up in the name of the Career Services department under these circumstances. Some institutions require that campuses make formal requests to a corporate office such as compliance with a needs statement arguing the purpose of the page… >>>

Hello Amy, Some of my responses to other learners have been unique to their individual circumstances such as a response to an individual at an allied health school indicating top medical social networks. However, I suggest that you review the resources section of the course where I have provided a tremendous amount of information to use beyond the point of completing this course. After reviewing, please let me know if you have specific questions, resource needs, etc. and I would be happy to expand upon what has been provided if you do not find what you are seeking. If you… >>>