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by gsich 3033 days ago
Probably because Slack makes it easier to establish an "always-on" culture.
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Karunamon 3033 days ago
Literally any other instant messaging program would have the same effect if the culture is toxic enough to allow it.

Slack is no different other than name recognition and size.

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gsich 3033 days ago
Other instant messenger are primarly (yes, some companies probably use Whatsapp and co for work stuff) for family and friends. "always-on" is different here.

Slack is focused on business.

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tomc1985 3033 days ago
I hate Slack too but the same could have been said for Skype, MSN Messenger, ICQ, or AIM...
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