How to mitigate social networking risks - The Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area:

1. Educate employees

According to Ron Culler, chief technical officer of Secure Designs Inc. in Greensboro, damage from social networking is often the result of employees’ insufficient understanding of these Web-based networks. He advises that these cyber-communication platforms will be more effective and less dangerous if everyone is adequately informed on the potential advantages and risks involved.
2. Create separate accounts

Catching up with high school friends and “tweeting” about your breakfast cereal choices is perfectly fine, but according to David Gewirtz, president and CEO of ZATZ Publishing, it shouldn’t be done on networking accounts linked to your business. He recommends that, if you choose to utilize networks for personal endeavors, consider creating a separate account from the one you use professionally...