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and you could potentially be reported to the HR department or management for such
activity.
4. Providing a status on a social media site gives users the opportunity to provide a brief
description of where they are, what they are doing or what is on their mind. Sites such as
Facebook and Twitter give users the opportunity to voice their opinions on matters such
as a bad day at work or an irritating boss. Doing so, can have serious consequences and
have resulted in instances where employees have been terminated as a result of negative
online behavior.
5. Being an active social media user can afford you many favors in the workplace, it can also
cause much trouble if you are getting involved in negative or controversial discussions.
Maintain a positive and neutral profile that avoids discussing sensitive, racist or political
views.
While everyone can benefit greatly from social media, there can also be downsides to being the
center of attention. When individuals create an online presence via social media they own the
content and image that they are presenting. Remember to utilize your social media accounts
wisely and capitalize on the opportunity to interact with others responsibly.