Archive for the ‘ethics’ Category

Tearing down the house: How to handle social media haters

A lot of people advise to ignore social media haters. But that doesn’t mean it doesn’t hurt. Here is some real-world advice about dealing with the pain.

How brands can avoid getting dragged down the aisle of internet infamy

Tips for cultivating employee advocates and creating a positive work environment to avoid internet infamy and PR disasters like the United debacle.

How to keep yourself safe from social engineering attacks

When crafting a social media presence being found might seem great–but are you opening up opportunities for a social engineering attack?

Crossing the influence line: When does sponsorship destroy your reputation?

Becoming an “influencer” today can mean prestige and big bucks. But when do you cross the influence line and destroy your reputation by becoming an advertisement?

Is content swiping smart marketing or brand desperation?

Forbes is pushing the boundaries once again by re-purposing content from Quora. Is content swiping like this smart marketing or brand desperation?

Are you unknowingly supporting hate speech?

Many people are becoming numb to online hate speech. We need to see it for what it is and stop glorifying hate as a form of entertainment.

Why it’s OK to be a social media guru

We live in an age when anybody can find their power, their influence, their voice, on the web. If you want to be a social media guru, go for it.

Should Facebook be regulated?

Facebook sets its own standards for content and community apart from other government guidelines for violence and obscenity. Should Facebook be regulated?