Katie Paterson gave a presentation on using social media for HR purposes. She discussed several major social media channels and how they can be used effectively for social recruiting, employer branding, employee engagement, and staying informed on industry news and trends. Specifically, she noted that Twitter can be used to connect with thought leaders, enhance conference experiences, and have conversations with other HR professionals. LinkedIn was described as a way to discover industry news, enhance profiles with multimedia, engage in knowledge sharing, and expand networks. Finally, SlideShare was positioned as a place for sharing visual and digestible content to establish an HR digital library and professional brand. The presentation encouraged attendees to try a new social channel and take on one new "HR truth