Ten reasons to add your boss on Facebook

1. Because you might not have a choice. But at least Facebook lets you adjust your privacy settings.

2. Your boss might come across your dazzling resume with the updated section on skills and expertise.

3. Given that Facebook can be a great image-building platform… the boss gets to see photos that illustrate what you do and like including everything from professional events to travel.

4. You get to know your boss better at a social level. If he checks in at your favourite restaurant, you’ve got one more common talking point.

5. You get to ask your boss to join you at that exclusive event you got invited to. A great way to introduce him to your connections.

6. It’ll give you super network leverage. You get to tap into your boss’ network.

7. Get the whole picture of how your boss functions – what he or she ‘likes’ and ‘shares’.

8. You’ll get bonus points for wishing your boss a happy birthday on time because Facebook will remind you of the day.

9. Outside of PowerPoint and pie charts, your boss will get to know you – articles you share, causes you support and your opinions on certain topics.

10. You can get some tips on how your boss manages to achieve a positive work-life balance and apply them to yourself.