Counter-Productive Use Of Social Media In The Workplace

The use of social media in the workplace is counter-productive. The workplace currently has access to social media through computers in the office and smart phones. I agree social media in the workplace is counter-productive because employees are lacking focus and ability to take on more tasks if required and could be learning and increasing skill levels with focus, consistency and effort on work responsibilities.

Another reason why social media in the work place is counter-productive is discrimination and damage to the business reputation. It is important for employers to make aware of the responsibilities to the employees and manage these issues correctly. Instead of banning access to social networking and hoping it will go away, employees