A current client sends you a “friend request” on Facebook. How might you handle the request, and why? How might your response be different if an old acquaintance and current “Facebook friend” asks to hire you for performance psychology consultation? In both situations, what are the important considerations?
How do you plan on using social media in your desired profession? What are the pros and cons of using various forms of technology as a consultant (e.g., social media, video conferencing, text messages, etc.)? What expectations would you want to establish with clients with regards to communicating via technology?
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Watson, J. C., Lubker, J. R., Zakrajsek, R. A., & Quartiroli, A. (2012). Internet usage patterns and ethical concerns in sport and exercise psychology. Athletic Insight: The Online Journal of Sport Psychology, 14(1).
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