Following Social Media Training Rules ...

[RMDave]

... I'm trying not to violate anything that will cause hairs on the back of HO's neck to stand up straight. Good for me. But ...

One of the first things the training taught was "Use a photo of yourself as your PC business page." It went on to say NOT to use the Independent Consultant logo graphic and not to use cartoons. So I used search to see how other Independent Consultants were doing it.

LOTS of people with cartoons as their PC profile picture. Even more using the Independent Consultant logo. Hmmmm. I have the logo on my page but it isn't my profile photo. Did I misunderstand the "Don't Do's"?

 

[DebbieJ]

I think it has to do with branding yourself. You want people to know YOU, not the PC logo. Your picture sets you apart.

 

[RMDave]

I think it has to do with branding yourself. You want people to know YOU, not the PC logo. Your picture sets you apart.

That's true, Debbie. I just wondered why so many people did the exact opposite of what the "Training" said to do. Ah well, to each his/her own.

 

[loreo]

Probably because we live in a society where we don't like to be told what to do. I've seen lots of directors and above not follow the guidelines. It comes down to integrity.

 

[RMDave]

It comes down to integrity.

You're right .. and it also comes down to "I don't have to read the rules or follow directions. I am my owner person. Lincoln freed the slaves!"

Oy

 

[NooraK]

The part in the training about which picture to use is guidance, not a rule. The Policy guide doesn't spell out what pic we have to use. I chose to use my DesignHerGals pictue, because I don't have a current picture I'm happy with.

 

[RMDave]

Noora, you weren't coming under attack. I just wanted to make sure that I was following what the training said. I do remember that the photo/logo issue was even part of the section's test.Congrats on the new addition to your family. I eagerly await photos.

 

[wadesgirl]

It's because they are not doing the training! I was shocked to hear at our last cluster meeting that I was the only one in my director's downline who took the online training!

 

[Intrepid_Chef]

I haven't finished all the training either. I didn't have time to take the first one either until I went out of town for a week and found myself wanting to kill time. Couldn't seem to fool my body into thinking it was on mountain time.My pix is from when I'm 4 years old. It's a security measure. I'm perfectly happy with my real friends seeing my gallery of pix. But some stranger just looking for me, they're not gonna see anything that identifies me as me.

 

[BethCooks4U]

It's because they are not doing the training! I was shocked to hear at our last cluster meeting that I was the only one in my director's downline who took the online training!

That's the problem I am sure. Each class only takes 15-20 minutes. We all waste that amount of time every day. There is no excuse to not do the classes especially if you use social media - take that amount of time off of facebook time or ::gasp:: CS time.

 

[Intrepid_Chef]

The problem is that these courses require you to be in front of a computer the whole time, with the sound on. When I am certain places, like work or even home with Roomie up and around, there is no way I can do it.

 

[wadesgirl]

The problem is that these courses require you to be in front of a computer the whole time, with the sound on. When I am certain places, like work or even home with Roomie up and around, there is no way I can do it.

Headphones, that's what I used!

 

[Shell Northway]

I did a training for our cluster on this very topic. I think some are confused about what they mean when saying to download the photo for your FB page and making sure to use your photo for your profile. I also believe there are those out there who are not taking the training either.

 

[RMDave]

Actually, they need to UPLOAD their photos, now download'm.

 

[NooraK]

Actually, we do DOWNLOAD the logo from CC, and I think Shell is saying some who just read the policy may think we're supposed to use that one.And I didn't think you were singling out my picture. I just wanted to point out that the part in the training is the suggestion & guidance of a social media expert (and as such, good advice), not a PC rule that will get you in trouble as violating rules.

 

[Sheila]

Noora's right, they said on the training video that the RECOMMENDED that you use a photo of yourself, looking directly into the camera - that it was the best way to help form a bond with clients. They didn't say that we were prohibited from using other objects or the consultant logo, just that it was not recommended method. I haven't done a page yet because I do want to use a personal photo & don't have a recent one that I'd be willing to use. LOL With the move to Tokyo, I just haven't taken the time to do my hair & makeup and sit for photos.

 

[raebates]

I think it makes perfect sense to do what the HO says, using a professional-looking picture of you looking directly into the camera as your profile pic. Still, I didn't do that. Everything, and I mean everything I label has my Design-Her Gals stylized version of myself on it. I've branded myself as The Weird Little Woman with Flippy Red Hair. To my customers I'm instantly recognizable by that little cartoon.

 

[ChefEileen]

OK, I haven't taken the social media training yet either. I have read the Policy and Procedures on Consultant Corner and it said you COULD use the logo with the Independent Consultant on it. That is what I am using. If this is incorrect then it should be changed in the policy and procedures. It is very confusing when it says one thing in the policy and procedure and the opposite some where else. Just saying.

 

[NooraK]

OK, I haven't taken the social media training yet either. I have read the Policy and Procedures on Consultant Corner and it said you COULD use the logo with the Independent Consultant on it. That is what I am using. If this is incorrect then it should be changed in the policy and procedures. It is very confusing when it says one thing in the policy and procedure and the opposite some where else. Just saying.

Yes, you can use the logo if you wish. It'll make more sense once you actually view the training. HO hired a social media expert to cover the three trainings, and a lot of what she addresses is more about how to make your profile or page the most customer friendly and not too over-the-top-selling rather than what the exact rules are. A HO person covers a lot of that. This social media expert is the one that talks about the picture, and she never says you can't use the logo, she encourages the use of a picture of yourself because of the perception it gives to your customers.

 

[Intrepid_Chef]

I looked at the information in the first training as more of guidelines. Suggestions, really ...

 

[Laura4]

I actually prefer to use the logo. I think I've actually picked up business b/c of myself using the logo. "Oh! you are a consultant!!"

 

[lesliec]

We don't have a working digital camera right now. I have the PC logo b/c I am mostly using my profile for my PC customers. I do have a few friends on there, and am trying to keep a personal connection there too, but I created my FB page for the intent of staying connected with customers.

 

[PampChefJoy]

You could actually have both your photo and the I.C. logo as your profile pic, if you photoshop/edit them onto one canvas. You can have it as long as 600 pixels.