Law students should take steps to shape and control their online identity. Follow these simple guidelines for harnessing the power of social media to inform your peers, employers and the rest of the world who you are and what you have to offer.
Counselors and administrators at law schools should understand the potential uses of social media for communicating with students and helping them find professional relevance online. Being familiar with the networks and knowing how to locate and connect with others in positive online interactions are key to helping students do the same.
Think you know where to look to find the most useful information about potential candidates online? Follow these principles to get a more complete and accurate picture of your applicants. Social media is also an incredibly powerful recruitment tool. Don't miss out on the best matches simply because you're willing to look online.