How Social Media Impacts Work Dynamics - Post 4
As employees are connecting more and more on social media it can cause discrepancies within the workplace. Individuals have been known to post personal information on social media; share feelings concerning situations going on in their personal life. For instance, feelings in regards to work and the company. Posting statuses or content that can harm the companies image can alter work dynamics as coworkers may disagree or show other employees and management which can result in action taken regarding the employee's social media. This is an issue that unfortunately does exist today, and is why people must be mindful of what they share via social media.
References
References
Papacharissi, Z. (Ed.). (2010). A networked self: Identity, community, and culture on social network sites. Routledge.
Munro, L. (2014). The Dynamics of Business Communication: a Look at Social Media Use in the Workplace.
You mentioned that as more employees are connecting on social media it can cause discrepancies within the workplace. In order to prevent such conflict, this link has nine tips that can be followed. One of the tips include enforcing a policy for employees after getting their input, ensuring that employees use a positive tone and are aware of the consequences of any misconduct. Another tip includes that employees have separate accounts one for personal use and one for professional use. As this will prevent any conflict. Hope you take a look at this link as it is very useful in ensuring that employees use social media appropriately.
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