Archive for June, 2010
What to Do When a Co-Worker Won’t Use Instant Messaging
For offices that spend a large amount of their time using instant messaging as a main source of communication, it may be difficult and slow productivity when an employee doesn’t like using instant messaging. How do you work with this co-worker and make sure that work is still being done while communication still remains effective? [...]
Business Chat IM Issues to Avoid
With so many benefits of using a business chat IM it is hard for some people to fathom that there are also drawbacks. There are some definite issues that you will want to avoid. Some of them are simple to stay away from; others take a bit of time, effort, and learning. To start, you [...]
Brosix Business Instant Messaging Now Available for Mac and Linux Systems
Brosix 3, the newest version of the award-winning instant messenger software, is available for Mac and Linux systems. This is great for the growing number of individual and business owners who currently have or are purchasing computers that have these operating systems. In the initial versions of Brosix, it was available for Windows users only. “Brosix recognized [...]
Common Uses for Brosix Screenshot
One of the greatest features for users who have the Brosix Instant Messaging program is Screenshot. It allows you to use one button to capture a screenshot and then send it to a user on your buddy list. There are several different instances where a screenshot may come in handy: Customer Service In the technology [...]
Common Uses of a Business Chat IM
If you are interested in installing a business chat IM you probably have a very good reason for this. There are many common uses of an instant messaging application. Do you know what they are? 1. Chat with more than one coworker at the same time. If you are tired of having the same conversation [...]
Giving Proper Notice in Instant Messaging
Although instant messaging has been around for a while, the ‘proper etiquette’ for certain actions on an instant messenger program still has a way to go when it comes to setting the standard. However, the following are some proper basic rules of ‘IM Etiquette’ of giving notice when chatting and connecting with co-workers, friends, and [...]
Ask your coworkers for Business Chat IM Feedback
Have you been put in charge of setting up a business chat IM for your organization? If so, this is a tall task and one that you do not want to mess up. One of the most important things to remember is that you are not the only one using the application. If you do [...]
Three Questions to ask when choosing a Business Chat IM
When attempting to choose a business chat IM you are going to have a lot of information going through your mind. Am I making the right decision? Is there something that would be better for the company? What if I make a mistake? These are just a few of the questions that are going to [...]
Business Chat IM: What are you looking for?
Some people have a difficult time finding a business chat IM that they are comfortable using. This happens for a number of reasons. Many don’t know what they want, so they end up putting this off. Others have an idea of what they are looking for, but learn soon enough that they are unable to [...]
Drawbacks of Using an Instant Messenger Program
As with any type of technology, there are many drawbacks in addition to the benefits. It is the same with instant messaging. Although a great number of people use it, it may not be for everyone. However, below are some of the potential drawbacks and how they may actually be a blessing in disguise, in [...]
