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Social Media and Professionals: Keeping Stress in Check
Social media in no way represents the downfall of society. It’s the misuse, overuse, and lack of balance between virtual and face-to-face communications that leads to issues. These tools are filled with contradictions. Social media can actually be utilized in a way that reduces the stress that comes along with being a busy professional. At […]
When Social Media Goes Wrong
Anyone who has interacted with another human being likely has a few tales of embarrassment. A slip of the tongue, saying something you wish you hadn’t, brain freeze, or simply misunderstanding the conversation, occasionally produces the desire to hop on a plane and head across the country. Embarrassing situations or events captured on social media […]
Using Mobile Devices During Meetings Deemed Uncivil
August 20, 2012 by ireconnect
The reliance on Web-based interactions has seeped into the workplace. Almost everything is done via e-mail, social media, and texting. Face-to-face interactions have rapidly declined. Professionals try to keep up with communication from every angle and multi-tasking has become a fact of life. As a professional, when did you last you spend time with […]
Too Much Information: Over-Sharing on Social Media
August 20, 2012 by ireconnect
Everyone has Facebook, Twitter, and other “virtual friends” who chronically broadcast every detail about their lives. “Just ate a bagel for breakfast,” “962 days until my wedding,” “Hanging out with my girls tonight,” “Addicted to Starbucks coffee lol,” and various mundane updates litter social media channels. Whether it be Facebook and Twitter updates discussing every […]
Are Text Messages Replacing Live Conversations?
August 13, 2012 by ireconnect
Have you ever sent a text message to a friend or family member and in your haste left out a comma or period? Suddenly the text message takes on a whole new tone that may not be perceived in the way you intended. Communicating via text, as opposed to speaking face-to-face or having a […]
Why Professionals Communicate via Text Messages Instead of Face-to-Face
August 13, 2012 by ireconnect
Interpreting body language, eye contact, facial expressions, and tone are arguably innate, hardwired skills. They allow professionals to automatically put a face-to-face conversation into context and create an environment of both speaking and listening. Responsiveness and feedback are keys to successful communications as well. However, when interacting via electronic means, professionals aren’t able to […]
Virtual Overload: The Personal Cost of Social Media Overuse
August 7, 2012 by ireconnect
Social media has its virtues. It has transformed Internet use from a solitary pursuit to a social networking opportunity. We can check up on old high school friends, send a quick message, or share photos with family members across the country. Yet, dabbling in social media or using it as an occasional way to connect […]
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