1.1 - Digital Footprint and Responsibility

Teens, Social Media, and Technology

• 90% of teens use YouTube

  • only 55% use Snapchat

  • Mr. Kirk says that Threads will be big next

  • More females use TikTok

    • More guys use Youtube

• 96% of Teens use the internet daily

How Social Media Screenings Affect Hiring Decisions

• Social media screening

  • usually happens when a candidate is applying for a job

  • involves researching social media profiles and digital footprint

• LinkedIn

  • one of the main platforms employers look at

  • secondary resume

• Tips for passing social media screenings

  • Don’t erase your profile

    • employers are unlikely to call for interview if they can’t find them online

  • Use social media to your benefit

    • promote content that shows your knowledge, and good traits

  • Google yourself

    • this will help find anything negative about yourself

  • Think before you post

    • can help prevent harmful posts

• What to avoid

  • avoid posting anything potentially offensive

  • Be purposeful in your posts

  • Keep it simple

  • never complain about employers or colleagues on social media