Informed Consent Form
You are invited to participate in a research study on the correlation between Social Networking
Sites (SNSs) usage and time management among office employees. This study aims to
investigate the relationship between SNSs usage and time management skills.
Purpose and Scope
The purpose of this study is to explore the correlation between SNSs usage and time
management among office employees. The study will involve completing a questionnaire that
takes approximately 20-25 minutes.
Eligibility
To participate in this study, you must be at least 18 years old and have experience as an office
employee (current or past).
Risks and Benefits
Participating in this study involves minimal risks. You may experience mild discomfort or self-
awareness when reflecting on your time management habits. However, your participation will
contribute to a better understanding of the correlation between SNSs usage and time
management among office employees, which may help inform strategies for improving time
management skills in the workplace.
Confidentiality and Anonymity
All data collected will be kept confidential and anonymous. Your responses will be stored
separately from your personal identifying information.
Voluntary Participation
Your participation in this study is completely voluntary. You may withdraw from the study at any
time without penalty or loss of benefits.
Thank you for participating in this research study.
Signature: ________
“Exploring the Impact of Social Networking Sites (SNSs) Usage on Time Management
among Office Employees”
Demographic Information Form
Please answer the following questions to provide demographic information for this study.
1. Age: ________ 2. Gender ________ 3. Marital Status: ________
4. Education Level ________
5. Occupation:
o Current office employee
o Past office employe
o Other (please specify) ________
6. Years of work experience: ________
7. Employment Sector:
o Private
o Public
o Non-profit
o Government
o Other (please specify): ________
8. Work Schedule:
o Full-time
o Part-time
o Flexible hours
o Shift work
o Other (please specify): ________
Thank you for providing this demographic information.
1.Strongly disagree 2. Slightly disagree 3. Disagree 4. Agree 5. Slightly agree 6. Strongly
agree (Instructions: SNSs mean Social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and
etc)
Strongly agree
Strongly disagree
During office hours:
1.SNSs save my time and effort during office hours. 1 2 3 4 5 6
2. Through SNSs I can easily take professionals assistance/help
1 2 3 4 5 6
3. SNSs save time and energy for socialization.
1 2 3 4 5 6
4. SNSs provides the platform to express thoughts and opinions
1 2 3 4 5 6
5. SNSs strengthen personal relationships (spouse, family)
1 2 3 4 5 6
6. SNSs use is the best way to do online business
1 2 3 4 5 6
7. SNSs are great sources of entertainment.
1 2 3 4 5 6
8. SNSs are good to escape from boredom
1 2 3 4 5 6
9. SNSs are helpful for me to find new job
1 2 3 4 5 6
10. SNSs provide me updated information with ease
1 2 3 4 5 6
11. SNSs provide me updated information with ease
1 2 3 4 5 6
12. SNSs use discloses my privacy and activities.
1 2 3 4 5 6
13. SNSs use affects my physical health (Eye sight, Back pain).
1 2 3 4 5 6
14. SNSs distract me from work.
1 2 3 4 5 6
15. SNSs reduce my work performance.
1 2 3 4 5 6
16. SNSs are the ways to connect with people
1 2 3 4 5 6
17. SNSs is a way to connect with community
1 2 3 4 5 6
18. SNSs use expands our social horizon.
1 2 3 4 5 6
19. SNSs is a way to do chat with friends.
1 2 3 4 5 6
20. SNSs used for uploading pictures and videos. 1 2 3 4 5 6
1 2 3 4 5 6
21. SNSs can increase social bonding/connections. 1 2 3 4 5 6
22. SNSs use refresh my mind. 1 2 3 4 5 6
23. SNSs use increase boost up my energy 1 2 3 4 5 6
24. SNSs use is a timely relief for my emotions. 1 2 3 4 5 6
25. SNSs use makes me have happy 1 2 3 4 5 6
26. SNSs reduce my stress level. 1 2 3 4 5 6
27. I prefer to join those organizations in which access of SNSs 1 2 3 4 5 6
is open.
28. SNSs restriction in my office may cause deviant behavior 1 2 3 4 5 6
from my side.
29. SNSs restriction in organization is a useless policy 1 2 3 4 5 6
30. Restriction of the SNSs depends on the nature of the 1 2 3 4 5 6
organization/work.
31. Restriction of the SNSs depends on the nature of the 1 2 3 4 5 6
organization/work.
32. I read selectively, skimming the material until I find what is 1 2 3 4 5 6
important, then highlighting it.
33. I make a list of tasks to accomplish each day 1 2 3 4 5 6
34. I keep everything in its proper place 1 2 3 4 5 6
35. I prioritize the tasks I have to do according to their 1 2 3 4 5 6
importance and urgency.
36. I concentrate on only one important task at a time, but I do 1 2 3 4 5 6
multiple trivial tasks at once.
37. I make a list of short five- or ten-minute tasks to do. 1 2 3 4 5 6
38. I divide large projects into smaller, separate stages. 1 2 3 4 5 6
39. I review my planner each day after I complete my tasks. 1 2 3 4 5 6
40. I do the most important tasks at my best time during the day. 1 2 3 4 5 6
41. I have some time during each day when I can work 1 2 3 4 5 6
uninterrupted
42. I do today what needs to be done. I don’t procrastinate 1 2 3 4 5 6
43. I periodically evaluate the use of my time while using my 1 2 3 4 5 6
academic calendar.
44. I set deadlines for myself if they are not provided for me. 1 2 3 4 5 6
45. I do something productive whenever I am waiting. 1 2 3 4 5 6
46. I avoid time wasters. 1 2 3 4 5 6
47. I finish at least one thing every day. 1 2 3 4 5 6
48.I schedule some time during the day for personal time alone 1 2 3 4 5 6
(for planning, meditation, prayer, exercise).
49. I set goals for the academic year. (Academic, Personal, 1 2 3 4 5 6
Spiritual) –Long Term
50. I set goals for myself each semester. (Academic, Personal, 1 2 3 4 5 6
Spiritual…etc.
51. I continually try to find little ways to use my time more 1 2 3 4 5 6
efficiently.
