There can be a lot of confusion between individuals in a conversation. Misunderstanding the tone of one another can cause tension in the discussion. This may have happened to one of you, it is a very common mistake. Emoticons (representation of a facial expression, such as " :) " formed using a sequence of keyboard characters) are often used to symbolize whether the person is happy, angry, or sad but without them there's no telling what vibes their messages can give off. Here's a video showing the common confusion many of us have.
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Tuesday 24 February 2015
Thursday 5 February 2015
Texting Professionally,
Good or Bad?
There's plenty advantages to using an instant messaging/texting device, particularly in a business workplace. It's a simple form of communication between colleagues. Sending and receiving immediate messages without being in a face-to-face discussion is a convenient way to share ideas, ask questions, and get feedback. It can also be used for staff to have easy communication with customers rather than having to get the message across over a phone call.
Messaging is a very helpful means of communications, although, downsides are still very common. Using an electronic device in order to send messages back and forth becomes a distraction to many individuals in a workplace. Often people get caught up in instant messaging and lose time to work on their daily tasks, or become less focused on what's important. In addition instant messaging causes workers to seem less educated. Text messages lack proper English format, sentences are formed with acronyms and often show many grammatical errors. Individuals must be aware that maintaining a professional image when communicating through e-mails and texts is crucial, especially when working for a business. Instant messaging should be used very minimal in a business work environment, or should only be allowed with circumstances.
Everyone has different opinions on the topic, don't hesitate to comment your opinions and how you feel about the matter. All opinions are welcome.
References
Guffey, Mary, Dana Loewy, Kathy Rhodes, and Patricia Rogin. "Instant Messaging and Texting Professionally." Business Communication: Process and Product Brief. 4th Edition ed. 154,155. Print.
Messaging is a very helpful means of communications, although, downsides are still very common. Using an electronic device in order to send messages back and forth becomes a distraction to many individuals in a workplace. Often people get caught up in instant messaging and lose time to work on their daily tasks, or become less focused on what's important. In addition instant messaging causes workers to seem less educated. Text messages lack proper English format, sentences are formed with acronyms and often show many grammatical errors. Individuals must be aware that maintaining a professional image when communicating through e-mails and texts is crucial, especially when working for a business. Instant messaging should be used very minimal in a business work environment, or should only be allowed with circumstances.
Everyone has different opinions on the topic, don't hesitate to comment your opinions and how you feel about the matter. All opinions are welcome.
References
Guffey, Mary, Dana Loewy, Kathy Rhodes, and Patricia Rogin. "Instant Messaging and Texting Professionally." Business Communication: Process and Product Brief. 4th Edition ed. 154,155. Print.
Tuesday 3 February 2015
What is Instant Messaging and
Texting Professionally
Instant messaging and texting has become one of the most common forms of communication used by people of all ages. Instant messaging generally uses the internet to communicate with one or more individuals whereas texting entails a short message service (SMS) through your cell phone service provider. Both are used via computer or handheld device and are known to be a fast and efficient way of emailing brief messages.
There are multiple forms of instant messaging, from phone applications, to social media. Most of the common messaging services include, iMessage, BBM, Skype, Facebook Messenger, Google Talk, and AIM. All of which are accessed though either a 3G cellphone network or through a Wi-Fi connection, compared to text messaging, where they require the use of a smartphone or PDA.
There are multiple forms of instant messaging, from phone applications, to social media. Most of the common messaging services include, iMessage, BBM, Skype, Facebook Messenger, Google Talk, and AIM. All of which are accessed though either a 3G cellphone network or through a Wi-Fi connection, compared to text messaging, where they require the use of a smartphone or PDA.
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