7 Tips for Creating a Social Media Policy

Social media is expanding with millions of people worldwide interacting before, during and after work. While social media is an extraordinary communicationsโ€™ tool, employers canโ€™t help but wonder what employees are discussing on social media during work hoursโ€”and even when theyโ€™re off the clock. Suggested Reading Video test Diddyโ€™s Best Friend Charlie Liucci is Beingย Loudย About…

Social media is expanding with millions of people worldwide interacting before, during and after work. While social media is an extraordinary communicationsโ€™ tool, employers canโ€™t help but wonder what employees are discussing on social media during work hoursโ€”and even when theyโ€™re off the clock.

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Itโ€™s important that employees understand the impact they have on your brand, as well as their personal brand, when socializing online. The ramifications can be costly, resulting in job loss, forced resignations and legal action.

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