In my last column, I looked at the emotional and psychological implications of the growth in social media, and discovered that far from being a vehicle that undermines relationships and self-esteem, social media sites can offer opportunities for healthy self-promotion and social development.
However, what we need to consider is how to ensure that students are using this platform in an appropriate manner and that they understand the power it has to influence their futures.
I’ve been helping out with an organisation which recently advertised for both an intern and a full-time member of staff – the office was flooded with CVs. Once the field was narrowed down, my instant next step was to check the candidates online. I went to LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. What I discovered ruled out at least seven candidates.
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