Have you thought about the impact of social media in the workplace?
As more people explore the digital world, social media use in the workplace is increasing exponentially. There are several aspects that both employers and employees should be aware of:
Workplace Social Media
- What is the impact on productivity?
- Is there a negative Impact on the workplace environment?
- Does it create a cause and effect syndrome?
- Is there a risk to the infrastructure?
Many employees are on their social media platforms daily, possibly contributing to a decline in productivity. Consequently, employees may not be focused on their work even when they are not actively engaged in social media activity. Other problems arise from social media overuse and could impact the work environment. Disgruntled employees may post negative comments about their employers on social networks. Coworkers may read a negative employee rant on social media and believe it to be true. Situations like these may lead to a cause and effect syndrome. The negative impacts may be felt almost immediately. Use of social media on company computers may also increase costly network security risks.
Employees:
Social Media Stress
- How is social media impacting my work?
- Does social media contribute to upward mobility?
- Is social media causing stress in the workplace?
Social media use may impact employees focus considerably. Many employees may become emotionally tied to social media platforms. A negative post could have an immediate impact on the employee’s persona. Coworkers connected via social media share work situations. Thus increasing stress in the workplace that may lead to a hostile work environment. Many employers have implemented acceptable use policies regarding social media. Abusing or ignoring these policies could lead to dismissal.
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