In 1922, Emily Post wrote a book on proper etiquette and in 1942, she established The Emily Post Institute. Her book and institute established standards of etiquette, and recently the Institute released her book in its 18th edition, covering etiquette in the social media world.
According to the institution's site, the topics covered in this book range from friends on Facebook, to tweeting at events and emails and interviews. This book sounds like a great tool for all, but specifically our generation. Many of us were not raised with such proper standards, not saying we do not have manners but times have changed since the 1920s. Refreshing ourselves on proper behaviors, and how to apply those to our social media outlets sounds like a good idea. We want to establish our own voices and brands and doing so in a proper way could make your brand more credible and allow your voice stand out more.
The EPI is not only educating those about social media etiquette, but is utilizing social media as a tool to educate. They have a Facebook, Twitter and blog. You can ask questions directly on these pages or through their blog. EPI is most definitely practicing what you preach! Maybe I'll grab this book to read over the holiday break!
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