Social Media’s Impact on Workplace Culture
Episode Description
EPISODE OVERVIEW Wharton’s Nancy Rothbard explores how social media impacts workplace culture, from self-disclosure to remote work dynamics. Learn how cute dog photos, personal stories, and online connections help build stronger professional bonds—and how gender, hierarchy, and workplace boundaries play a role.
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Brief Summary
Nancy Rothbard discusses social media's role in workplace relationships and the impact of self-disclosure on office culture.
Key points
- The Ripple Effect Podcast. A journey through the minds of Wharton faculty exploring groundbreaking research.
- Social Media and Work Relationships. Nancy Rothbard discusses how social media transforms work relationships and personal connections.
- Gender Differences in Disclosure. The study reveals how personal disclosure impacts perceptions of male and female bosses differently.
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Episode highlights
- The Ripple Effect PodcastA journey through the minds of Wharton faculty exploring groundbreaking research.“Welcome to The Ripple Effect, the podcast that takes you on a journey through the minds of Wharton faculty.”0:29May 6, 2025
- Social Media and Work RelationshipsNancy Rothbard discusses how social media transforms work relationships and personal connections.“I've been obsessed with online social media and how it transforms our work relationships.”1:29May 6, 2025
- Gender Differences in DisclosureThe study reveals how personal disclosure impacts perceptions of male and female bosses differently.“Women bosses who disclosed personal information were responded to positively.”8:15May 6, 2025





