Finally, a Word on Social Media Etiquette in General You're leaving your digital signature on the Internet right now. Think about the consequences of your engagement on any social site. Racial slurs, criticisms without warrant, and blatant abuse don't work in real life, and they likewise have no place in the social media channels simply because you are far more anonymous on these sites. If you were living in New York and you walked up to a stranger with the same foul-mouthed comments that are rampant on many social media sites, you may never make it home. Consider how your comments will be perceived before you actually post them and think about logic before emotion at all times. Above all, think about maintaining a certain level of professionalism, since people can use whatever you make "permanent" on these sites against you. Not all blogs will remove a comment after you've requested that they do so, simply because you were angry when you wrote it. Before you hit "post," realize that this will be a permanent reflection of your identity and that it may never be erased. It may even be used against you. Conclusion Remember that social media communities are real relationships and real conversations, and you should treat them as such. It's not a me, myself, and I mentality. It's about the collective, the community, and the common good.