This document discusses the importance of digital communication and social media for careers. It notes that most recruiters now use social media to evaluate candidates and that what people share online can help or hinder job prospects. The document also covers privacy issues, noting that information shared on social networking sites may not remain private and could be used in ways that harm future employment opportunities if not carefully managed. It encourages people to learn more about how their data is used and ensure social media profiles and online sharing respects privacy.

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2. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFZ0z5Fm-Ng&feature=player_embedded #!

4. ~The Conversation ~ blogging, commenting or contributing - the currency of social networking.

5. Social Media and Employment Digital Communications Can Get You A Job! Research is showing that the majority of recruiters are using social media to source candidates.

6. And can cost you a job! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddZWkhItPuI&feature=related

8. The Pitfalls of the Digital World Communication gone wrong.* * Although the following is a comedic exaggeration, employers and recruiters are recruiters are using technology to make hiring decisions. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0H5sn1CkAc&feature=related

11. Section 3: PRIVACY

13. The Social Generation

14. “ The reality is that nothing on Facebook is really confidential. Facebook is founded on a radical social premise -- that an inevitable enveloping transparency will overtake modern life."

15. The Machine is US/ing Us http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gmP4nk0EOE

19. Are Your Facebook Privacy Settings Hurting Your Chances for Employment .

20. Not sure about your privacy ? Go to open book and put in your name.

21. http://www.reclaimprivacy.org/ Proceed immediately to: