Social Media Rules - Also Good For Perb

[Moderator-1]

Here are some general Social Media rules from a major international retailer. As I was reading this, much of what this firm wrote seemed applicable to members and posts here. Moderator's edits are in brackets.

There's really no such thing as "delete" on the Internet, so please—think before you post.

Some subjects can invite a flame war. Be careful discussing things where emotions run high (e.g. politics and religion) and show respect for others' opinions.

It's a small world and we're a global company. Remember that what you say can be seen by customers and employees all over the world and something you say in one country might be inaccurate or offensive in another.

Respect other people's stuff. Just because something's online doesn't mean it's OK to copy it.

Your job (membership) comes first. Unless you are an authorized Social Media Manager, don't let social media affect your job performance.

How to be the best …

Play nice. Be respectful and considerate, no trolling, troll baiting, or flaming anybody, even our competitors.

Be yourself... (paraphrased and edited)

If you #!%#@# up? Correct it immediately and be clear about what you've done to fix it. Contact the social media team (moderators) if it's a real doozy.

Add value. Make sure your posts really add to the conversation. If it promotes (our) goals and values, supports our (members) customers, improves or helps us (provide enjoyment) sell products, or helps us do our jobs better, then you are adding value.

 

[badbadboy]

So timely and thanks for posting it.

The polarization here has become so tiresome that I have posted less because I know the other 'person' would never see eye to eye with me. Conversely, I don't bother reading their posts because I can not tolerate their point of view either.

Only thing I would add is post as if the person you are addressing is across the kitchen table from you and you are having an intelligent discussion over a cup of coffee.

 

[tokugawa]

It would be nice if such etiquette could be common nature for most but unfortunately in today's society especially with the advent of social media this has become less feasible.

See the case of the Dharun Ravi who was recently convicted of bias intimidation as a hate crime. Because of his lack of empathy, consideration and stupidity, he will now have to serve probably 10 years in prison and then be deported from the US back to India.

You know if people were to just think twice and have a bit of civility and compassion for their fellow human beings, then the world be a better place. But unfortunately some people just don't care!