Small business owners have long been concerned about lost productivity due to instant messaging and it’s true that instant messaging can be a huge office distraction. But it’s also a reality, and I’m certain that as Millennials and members of the even younger Generation Z take their places in the workforce, this handy mode of […]
The question of whether instant messaging and social media in the workplace are productivity killers or loyalty enhancers has been an intense topic of debate for the last several years. As 2016 rolls in, Facebook, the social media heavyweight champion of the world, is going to put its mark on the topic. After having […]
Question: I have a small business with several employees and they have been using Instant Messaging on their computers. Do you think that’s okay? I’m afraid they are goofing off and not working. THE Small Business Expert: You bet I do. Instant messaging is becoming popular in the business world and the technology may […]
“Ding” There’s that sound again, alerting you to another instant message. Instant messaging is becoming a popular way to communicate in the business world, and as annoying as you may find it, some experts say the technology increases workplace productivity. A research study from Ohio State University and the University of California found that workers who use instant messaging on the job reported less interruptions during the workday than their fellow colleagues.