3. What is social media?
It’s about connections.
Social media is a term used to collectively describe a
set of tools that foster interaction, discussion and
community, allowing people to build relationships and
share information.
- Tufts University
4. Why do we use social media?
It’s where the people are!
Easy to share messages.
Key for crisis communication.
5. Why do we use social media?
It’s where the people are!
6. Why do we use social media?
Easy to share messages.
Smart
phones
Fast
Search
by hashtags
7. Why do we use social media?
Key for crisis communication.
8. Why do we use social media?
Key for crisis communication.
36. Second…Guide (Employees)
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Introduce the purpose of social media
Be responsible for what you write
Be authentic
Consider your audience
Exercise good judgment
Understand the concept of community
Respect copyrights and fair use
Remember to protect confidential information
- Mashable.com “Social Media Policy Musts”
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Do we need to archive?
Where is our policy posted?
Can employees access from work? Mobile devices?
How fast will we respond?
Do we have hours of operation?
Who will post?
Who will be admins on the account?
What will we do if…
44. Third…Content
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Use Facebook questions to answer multiple choices
Ask people to fill in the blank “I love Haines because…”
Create short videos (Instagram)
Share a news article and ask opinions
Interview/profile employees
Recent research? Share results!
Create an infographic
Use an app like PicStitch
Host a contest
Share info from other users
Post historic photos
Turn over to an employee