Remember your netiquette
With remote work on the rise, the use of electronic communication has allowed incivility to thrive.
- To mitigate the stress, managers need to set clear and reasonable e-mail expectations. Organizations should create meaningful opportunities for employees to build good working relationships.
- For employees, the best option to cope is to unplug from work after-hours.
- Regardless of your level of stress, remember the rules of netiquette. Spend time composing your e-mail and notice inconsiderate expressions. Acknowledge a request and let your co-workers know when you will get back to them. Perhaps keep caps lock off.
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