Managing Social Media Drama at Work

Social media has blurred the line between personal and professional life, and what employees post online can affect workplace reputation. Casual sharing or venting can quickly escalate into conflict at work. This microlesson provides skills training to help employees set boundaries with social media, use good judgment, and maintain professionalism online.

Microlesson Description

This microlesson is intended to remind employees that their viewpoints on social media can affect their relationships at work. An inflammatory post about a social justice movement can quickly turn into a workplace dispute. This microlesson does not tell you what you can and cannot say on social media. It is a lesson in mindfulness, and a reminder that words have consequences.

Key Concepts

• On social media, the line between personal and professional becomes blurred
• Be mindful of the content you post when connecting with co-workers on social media
• Accounts associated with co-workers or employers may not be the best place to share polarizing opinions

Microlesson Features

• Employee sentiment pulsing questions that provide leaders with insights into their workforce's core cultural competencies
• Emtrain's Expert Answers tool, enabling employeees to submit anonymous questions about sensitive issues.

• Rich, contemporary video scences illustrating key concepts through realistic scenarios
• A data driven, skill-based approach to eLearning that establishes a shared language for employees.

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