Developing a professional network is a critical success factor for todays business world. With the advent of social media, there is new capacity to spread your professional network across geographical and cultural boundaries.

Describe at least one example where you leveraged the power of our professional network to achieve a personal goal. What communications strategies are important to uphold when communicating with your professional network? Is it appropriate to mix your social and professional networks? Why or why not?

What would you not include in your social media profile and postings? Why?