IT273 Unit 9 Assignment Joshua

Purdue Global University

Social Media refers to websites or mobile applications that are created and designed to connect and allow people to share content/words quickly and in real time. Social Media quickly rose to the top of all forms of media, being the most popular and the quickest way to share events and news instantly. Platforms like FaceBook, Twitter, and Google+ have all been integral parts of our culture over the last decade.

When it comes to social media in the workplace, it becomes a double edge sword. Social Media is a powerful tool for companies to utilize as a marketing strategy and is a very strong outlet for growth for small companies. With how fast content and news can travel over social media, it has become a key component in the growth for businesses around the world.

Advertisements on social media are the most important way for exposure for new companies and products.

The downside to social media in the workplace, is just that, social media. Due to the popularity of the platforms, it’s very likely that employees spend a lot of their day checking phones, keeping up to date on different social media platforms and these are things that can be disastrous while on the clock at work.

I am a big fan of social media for numerous reasons. I use it for work, family, friends and to keep up with the news. My perspective on it has always been a positive when it related to things outside of my place of employment. I believe it is a very powerful tool for everyone that can use it, it can also be a weapon for hurtful words and things of that nature. It is a great tool that can bring groups of people together from various walks of life.

When it comes to my workplace, I think multiculturalism is key. That is a must have for me when looking at potential jobs. Diversity is a beautiful thing, bringing people from all over and from different backgrounds is a learning experience.