
2)-Use IM for casual topics or informational briefs.IM is not the place for serious topics or confrontational issues.3)-Check if it is a good time to chat. Refrain from IMing if the other person is in screen share mode4)-Always consider if calling the other party on the phone is better when texting about sensitive topics5)-If you are not good at multitasking, do not continue multiple IM sessions and leave folks hanging while you communicate with others.6)-Learn how to use the features of your IM program. Specifically you are "busy" and "away" message features.7)-Take into consideration who you are communicating with to determine the acronyms and emoticons that should be used - if at all.Social Media, Blogs and Forums Etiquette :
