Investigating Social Networks and Informal Work Practices in the Workplace
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.59890/ijasr.v3i2.426Keywords:
Informal, Social, Networks, Work Practices, WorkplaceAbstract
This research evaluates the ways informal work methods reshape professional operations. Employees who maintain formal connections outside their organization create informal networks leading to impacts on inter-employee communications and joint work activities as well as knowledge transfer. This study evaluates organizational information flow and innovation and problem solving through strong ties by using Social Network Theory as its analytical foundation. The research examines the effects of organizational social networks on professional environments as well as alternative work methods together with their influence on professional networks and informal activities. The study identifies potential risks concerning information isolation and membership restrictions which can happen within informal connections. The organization should develop inclusive networks while also utilizing informal leaders to mandate equilibrium between formal structures and informal methods of collaboration and innovation. Knowledge about informal work practices managed through social networks leads to improved organizational outcomes together with increased employee engagementReferences
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