Can they be disciplined, or even terminated?

It wasn’t the first time it has happened to an employee but this week, a high-profile individual won, then lost a job, because of previous public comments made via social media.

Sandro Grande, a former professional player, was hired on Monday by CF Montreal, a Major League Soccer (MLS) as a member of the organization’s reserve team — but his hiring was met with immediate negative reaction and he was dismissed.

“We recognize that the hiring of Sandro Grande was a mistake, and we regret any repercussions that may have been caused by this decision,” says Gabriel Gervais, president and CEO of CF Montreal.

The executive made his comments during a press conference at Centre Nutrilait, the team’s training facility.

In 2012, then Parti Québécois leader Pauline Marois was giving a victory speech in Montreal, when a gunman opened fire, killing one and injuring another.

In the wake of the shooting, Grande allegedly posted online the comments: “The only mistake the shooter made last night was to miss his target!!! Marois!!! Next time my guy! I hope!”

‘Powerful tool’

While this seemed to be a no-brainer for the pro team, 86 per cent of employers say they would fire an employee based on inappropriate posts, finds Express Employment Professionals.

“Social media is a powerful tool for expression and connection, but a poor decision in content posting can haunt individuals for the rest of their careers,” says Bill Stoller, Express Employment...

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