Warren Buffet once said, 'It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it.' In the high-speed information age of the Internet, we might amend that to say it takes five seconds to ruin it, or nanoseconds if we're talking about viral content.

1. The 8 Most Damaging Online
Reputation Mistakes You Can Make
By: HIT Virtual

2. Social Media Under the Influence
Even if you're slightly tipsy, the filter that
keeps you appropriate may fall by the
wayside. There's nothing more embarrassing
than waking up and discovering what you
posted the night before.

3. Badmouthing a Client
It's never a good idea to trash anyone online.

4. Flat-out Lying
The best thing you can do for your reputation
is to be honest and transparent.

5. Embarrassing Photos and Videos
One embarrassing photo or video can
completely ruin your online reputation.

6. Ignoring Customer Complaints
Always respond to customers quickly and
attentively.

7. Getting Defensive
When you're defensive it shows a lack of
confidence on your part. Always handle
complaints in a friendly, professional
manner.

8. The Invisible Man/Woman
To build a good reputation online, you need
to be consistent. Make it part of your regular
routine to be present and interact with your
audience online.

9. Online Reputation on Autopilot
Actively monitor your reputation
consistently and frequently.

10. Bonus Tip
All on the Same Page
If you have a staff of even one other
employee or contractor, make sure they
understand how serious online reputation is.
Create a reputation policy so that everyone
is on the same page and you can effectively
avoid making any of these mistakes.

11. Learn More
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