Yesterday I tweeted(it’s nothing new though as i bug my followers daily) something which I thought was funny and my friend replied back saying seriously, are you sure?. I was like what what hell, I tweeted all right and went back to recheck my last tweet and did multiple times. i realised there is guilt involved in case if you commit even a minute mistake in your tweets or status updates.

We’ve all committed a social gaffe, such as saying something in the heat of the moment that we immediately wished we could take back. Now those gaffes, when shared on today’s social media platforms, can stick around to haunt you.

In fact, a recent poll, it is revealed that approximately 25 percent of people have tweeted or posted status on FB abt something they regret, and approximately the same number of people said they have posted something on a site that they never would have said to someone’s face.So while there are no official “rules” for using Twitter or any social networking site, we thought it might be helpful to review a few tips for projecting a more professional image, regardless of whether you use it for work or personal purposes. After all, you never know just who is watching:Have a goal. Decide what you want to get out of having an account before you set it up.

There’s a fine line between pushing the envelope and pushing the limits of good taste. Take your followers into consideration, but—above all—use common sense.Think before you tweet. This is definitely worth repeating. And when in doubt, wait. Give yourself a window for cooling off when you may be emotional.

Got any Twitter best practices? Or pet peeves?