Using Emojis

Emojis have been used in texts, tweets, and emails since 1998.  Originally limited to communications between family and friends, they are becoming popular in professional communications. Emojis emphasize positivity and help convey feelings. Start slowly by limiting to communications with emoji users and selecting images with common meanings like OK or Thumbs  Up.  Mind the age gap since different age groups give different meanings to emojis. Get perspective by reading about the history of emojis benefits of using them, interpreting them in the courtroom, and why they are acceptable at work. Get proficient by reading a guide to using emojis articles about age gaps, applications, etiquette, silencing, user tips and evidentiary value.


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