The Internet. Reading 2

Google is a search engine that is used worldwide and is arguably the best search engine. In an article entitled When Google is not your friend written by Declan McCullagh it states that Google records searches and when asked court order will divulge an individuals search history. This article makes me realize that the Internet is not even close to being private and that things looked up and written down has the potential to be seen by many. The other article that struck me was about developing my own personal brand on the web. Journalism students need to market themselves in a way that represents who they are. It tells me that I need to develop a personal brand for myself and show the expertise that im expecially good at. Its important that if a person types my name in on Google that my name will come up first with information about who I am.

email etiquette

The biggest thing that i have learned about email rules and etiquette within the work environment is to be personable. The readings emphasize alot that email is still direct speaking to an indivdual and you must right as if the person was standing right in front of you. Answering a question via email should be done quickly. The readings point out that when a question by a client is sent through email they intent to recieve an answer quickly. It is very important to respond within the same business day if possible. Another important point is being short and to the point. No business man wants to read a huge email that is limited vital information. Report the information answering the questions quickly and promptly. Keep the information professional as possible. One thing i thought was interesting was the concept of people not taking advantage of others. Many people are more experienced using the email in business and using this knowledge to take advantage of others will catch back up to you eventually.