New media manners By Amanda Lim
I agree to a certain extend that people do not mind their manners as much nowadays because of social media. I feel that it is not a right thing to do to text a person to tell him/her that you are going to be late because it lacks responsibility. It is basic courtesy to call the person and apologize rather than just a text which lacks sincerity as well. Expressing your feelings on social networking sites also lacks sincerity. If you really love or like a person, sincerity is very important because it reflects how much you do love/like the person. Besides, you would make things awkward for the other party if they do not feel the same way. It, of course, should not be a place for you to start an argument. Not to forget, social networking sites is a public place, it wouldn't’t be very nice to be arguing where everyone could see the content. An argument should be between whoever is involved in it and of course a face-to-face talk would be the best way to solve the situation.
What I deem as acceptable will be updating social networking sites will you’re out with you friends, but not emails if it’s concerning work. The purpose of going out with your friends is to enjoy. There is not point for going out if you’re going to reply to your emails all the time. Your friends will get annoyed because you are facing your electronic devices all the time and spend minimal time talking to them.
I feel that it is acceptable for my boss to add me on Facebook, because if the boss can get to know their workers better, they will able to work together better. The working environment will be better as well, as the workers feel more comfortable with each other.
As for using hand phones in meeting, it is totally not acceptable unless it is a matter of life and death. It is very important for us to give our full attention to whoever is presenting as this is a form of respect.
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