Having to fire an employee for something written on their
website, Facebook page or blog is terrible for morale. While there
is no substitution for good judgment, this situation can sometimes
be avoided with a good social media policy.
What are some of the risks that you face from wayward
employees?
Companies can experience many bad consequences when employees
inappropriately communicate online, including: (i) unauthorized
disclosure of company confidential information, (ii) online
workplace gossip, and (iii) posting of harassing, discriminatory,
or disparaging content about your company and its employees,
customers and suppliers. In turn, these incidents can lead to
anything from court actions and human rights complaints to lost
contracts or withdrawn financings or acquisitions.
