This essay delves into the ethical considerations surrounding employee social media use and the actions employers can take in response to inappropriate posts. It examines the conflict between an employee's right to privacy and the employer's responsibility to maintain workplace ethics and protect the company's reputation. The essay uses the case of York University Professor Nikolaos Balaskas as an example of the potential consequences of inappropriate social media activity, and discusses the importance of adhering to workplace conduct codes. The essay references relevant literature, including works by Lam (2016) and McDonald & Thompson (2016), to support its arguments. The essay concludes that employers have the right to take action against employees for social media posts that violate workplace ethics, as such actions could have adverse effects on the company and its employees. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the ethical implications of employee social media use.
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