Working from home: 10 mistakes on WhatsApp, Facebook, and Twitter that may land you in trouble
The majority of the workforce in India is now working from home due to the nationwide lockdown to fight the spread of coronavirus disease. As people get used to working from home, it is important to not forget that your work-life demands the same discipline irrespective of whether you work from your office building or home. You may easily get distracted and the casual setting of your home may make you spend more time on social media while working. these are the 10 mistakes you must avoid.
Never share photos of your workstation at home publicly on Facebook, Twitter posts and on WhatsApp status
Sharing photos of your home workstation on social media may create serious problems as most employers have strict policies against publicly revealing photos of office work or systems. Also, you could mistakenly reveal important information that is there on your laptop screen in the photo that you have shared online.
Avoid revealing any details regarding your work or work from home policy on Facebook, Twitter
When chatting or commenting on social media, refrain from discussing work or posting work-related jokes and comments. These may not be appreciated.
Stay away from posting office gossips or pep talks on Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp groups
It is a good idea to keep office gossip private and limited to some colleagues. Making them public may attract unwanted attention.
Be very careful while sharing your opinion or ranting on Facebook, Twitter
It is very easy to identify your employer from your social media accounts. Be very mindful about the words you choose to express yourself on Facebook and Twitter. Posting something vulgar or abusive may land you in trouble.
Don’t create fake news or forward them mindlessly on your WhatsApp groups
Sharing any kind of fake news or rumors may land you in serious trouble and you may even get arrested.
Never reveal your company’s policy, emails from HR or other official information on social media.
Don’t share unverified videos of COVID-19 patients, violence, etc on Facebook, Twitter to incite panic
Never criticize your boss or company policy or a colleague publicly on social media
Criticizing any colleague, boss or your company’s policy on social media may land you in trouble.