Use Facebook Without Losing Your Job
May 2nd, 2007 by Eric
At this point, it’s widely known that employers check out potential employees’ Facebook profiles as part of their background screening. Many employers also check on existing employees as well. So, how do you maintain a Facebook account without getting burnt? //engtech has an informative article on using Facebook in a work-safe manner.
Outlined in the article:
Understanding the Relationship Levels
Changing The Default Privacy SettingsHave a Professional and a Personal Profile
Friends Not Acquaintances
Don’t Use the “Find Your Friends” Feature
Don’t Use Facebook at Work
Hide Your Groups
Identity Theft
Facebook Privacy Policy
It’s a rather lengthy list, but it might be worth a read for those heading out into the working world.
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