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: 

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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 confidential 

Tension and conflicts at work cannot be avoided. However, they should be resolved peacefully and professionally. In this age of social media, one cryptic post made while in the office can lead to speculation not just from outsiders but from colleagues. Having a social media policy in place may prevent internal issues from affecting one's work and reputation. 

To protect the company's business and reputation 

Many companies prohibit their employees from posting photos of their offices and products on their personal accounts. Doing this preserves the company's reputation and protects the integrity of their products especially those that are still being developed. 

Enforcing social media policies in the workplace is important in sustaining professionalism. These rules also encourage employees to understand their role not just as workers but also as representatives of the company. 

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Daniel E. DeKoteris an 'AV' rated lawyer, the highest rating given by the premier peer review service as seen in lawyers.com. He has litigated multi-million-dollar lawsuits for both plaintiffs and defendants. Learn more about Attorney DeKoter and his practice here.

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