Virginia has just been hired by a marketing firm that uses social and other electronic media. What advice should Virginia follow to protect herself?
A)Not worry about anything because what she does personally online cannot affect her professionally.
B)Learn her company's rules about the use of electronic media.
C)Avoid using social media altogether.
D)Send a Facebook friend invite to her boss.

Question

Virginia has just been hired by a marketing firm that uses social and other electronic media. What advice should Virginia follow to protect herself? 
A)Not worry about anything because what she does personally online cannot affect her professionally.
B)Learn her company's rules about the use of electronic media.
C)Avoid using social media altogether.
D)Send a Facebook friend invite to her boss.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Virginia should learn her company's rules about the use of electronic media to ensure that she does not violate any company policies or unintentionally damage the company's reputation. This will protect both her and the company. A and D are incorrect because what she does online can potentially affect her professionally, and sending a friend request to her boss could be perceived as unprofessional. Avoiding social media altogether (C) is not necessary, but it is important to use it responsibly and within the guidelines set by her employer.

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