I wonder how much work time is used surfing the web and engaging in social networking instead of working. Perhaps there were similar problems in the workplace twenty years ago. I highly doubt that distractions in the workplace are anything new. “Water cooler” cliché’s came from somewhere, right?
Back-in-the-day, I remember hearing coworkers talking about balancing their checkbooks on the job. I suppose there’s no difference between balancing your checkbook at work and checking your bank account online, is there? Or how about talking to your spouse for an hour vs. chatting up a storm on Facebook?
With so many working on computers, it’s easier than ever to be sidetracked at work. It looks like you’re working, but in actuality, you’re catching-up on the news and commenting on your friends Facebook photos.
Here are five myths employees may believe about their Facebook use: