10 Tips for Using Instant Messaging for Business
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10 Essential Tips for Effective Instant Messaging in Business
Summary
Imagine an open office space filled with professionals quietly typing, communicating almost entirely through instant messaging (IM). This is the new corporate culture. Helen Chan, a technology analyst, notes the transformation toward IM for its real-time efficiency, surpassing traditional phone calls and emails.
While IM enhances teamwork and project collaboration, it presents risks and challenges. Here are ten tips to ensure you use instant messaging effectively in a business setting.
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1. Establish a User Policy
Create clear guidelines for IM usage in your company. Employees should know what's appropriate when communicating with clients or partners to avoid incidents like spreading false information, which can lead to serious repercussions.
2. Avoid Sharing Sensitive Information
Do not use IM for confidential discussions, especially in fields like finance or law. Reserve IM for quick updates on meetings or project statuses to maintain security and professionalism.
3. Organize Contact Lists
Separate business contacts from personal ones to prevent accidental communication between the two groups. Use IM features to manage contacts efficiently.
4. Limit Personal Messaging
Encourage employees to keep personal IMs to a minimum, restricted to breaks or lunchtime unless it benefits the business.
5. Remember Messages Can Be Archived
Instant messages are not as fleeting as they seem. They can be saved or copied, so be as careful as you would be with emails.
6. Protect Your Reputation
Be cautious with your IM communication to avoid legal issues or tarnishing your reputation. Libel and defamation concerns apply to instant messaging too.
7. Be Aware of Security Risks
IM file transfers can carry viruses more easily than emails. Ensure your firewall protection is robust and consider limiting file exchanges through IM.
8. Keep Personal Data Private
Avoid sharing personal information over IM, as messages pass through servers and can be intercepted. Use encrypted emails for sensitive details.
9. Keep It Concise
Instant messages should be brief and direct. Confirm availability for further communication rather than engaging in lengthy exchanges. Use IM for quick checks or information gathering, but keep the conversation focused.
10. Use Clear Usernames and Statuses
Ensure usernames are consistent across your company, and regularly update your status to reflect your availability for messaging.
Following these tips will help you harness the benefits of instant messaging in your business while minimizing potential pitfalls.
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