As a Communication student, ever had a moment where you are browsing through your social media sites and you notice, some people just don't know what to put and what not to put on social media? I know right!

People let's not get this one twisted, there is a fine line between your diary and your Facebook, twitter or whatever the platform. But unfortunately some of us just don't know how to differentiate. And the thing is what's private today does not necessarily mean it will be tomorrow.

This brings me to the topic of the day: Things not to put on social media as a PR and Communication student. I know you've been taught about the corporate side of social media, but please allow me to take you to class based on your personal social media platform(s)

     1. Some things you just cannot joke about.

• We all have... well at least many of us, have our own sense of humour but unfortunately some jokes are just not funny. Posting jokes that can cause controversy can cost you your reputation as a PRP. Jokes like what? You probably wondering, racist jokes for instance, sexually offensive jokes... get the picture? It may sound "funny" or "dope" but unfortunately your career does not depend on your Facebook, YouTube, or Twitter friends.

    2. Never play the silent treatment.

• Always handle whatever negative commotion you have caused on social media. Being silent will do you more harm than good

   3. That chain of publication.

• Re-tweeting, liking, sharing, tagging, etc. You are believed to be an advocate of whatever you share on social media. Not that I'm saying don't re-tweet or anything like that, just be cautious of what you "like", share, or what you are tagged in.

   4. If you can't do it in public, don't do it on social media.

• If you don't walk around in public naked, why post your naked pictures on social media? Here's a quick guide, "if you wouldn't want your Mama to see it, don't put it up". You are your own brand and need to protect it by all means possible.

   5. Your social plans.

• Unless it's something important, but you raving about where you were this weekend, or how many times you went to the loo does not cut you any slack simply because nobody cares... You not Kim Kardashian so stop acting like one. but like i said unless it's imperative that you do it then do it.

Brands look at the fine things you think they are not important. From that they can make up a conclusion about your character. Take note of how you communicate on your social media platforms. Take note of the power of screen shots as well. That's it for me... now you officially been schooled.