02/10/2026
Your social media account may be personal, but what you post can sometimes have consequences in the workplace.
Posts involving your employer, colleagues or clients, confidential information, discriminatory or offensive content, or breaches of workplace policies can potentially lead to disciplinary action.
But it’s not as simple as saying, “You posted it, so you can be fired.” A recent 2026 Labour Court matter highlighted the importance of considering the context, impact and fairness of the disciplinary action.
Before you post, think about where your personal expression could cross into workplace misconduct.