Digital conduct: The importance of social media policies in the office
Social media a powerful communication tool. It has also become a part of the average person's routine. However, in professional settings, the use of social networks might need to be restrained to maintain the integrity of not just of the business but of the people involved in it. Here are three reasons why social media policies are important in the workplace: Image source: Pixabay.com To create professional boundaries for employees It's common to see tweets or status updates from people while they are at work. There are also some people who post about what's happening in their workplace during office hours. While one post can be made in less than a minute, the temptation to wait for reactions or to keep browsing social networks while at work may keep a person from attending to more important tasks. Setting up social media breaks or restricting use can help employees prioritize their work over their feed. To keep work-related disputes confident