In this episode, we lift the lid on a fascinating and fast-changing employment issue: the rise of online creators and social media influencers within the workforce, and the legal challenges this presents for employers.

Ashurst partners Trent Sebbens and Rebecca Cope explore the rise of online influencers within the workforce—and what this means for employers.

Millions of Australians spend hours on social media every week. And for some, the lines are blurring between personal online activity and professional obligations. In this episode, Trent and Rebecca provide some clarity for employers around issues like enforcement of confidentiality , invasions of privacy, and court-related risks.

As well as discussing landmark Australian, UK and US legal cases relating to employees and social media activity, Trent and Rebecca suggest prudent steps that employers can take (including training staff on expectations, identifying who among their workforce is a social media influencer, maintaining a robust social media policy, and more).

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