In a generation where even our children and pets have a Facebook or Twitter account, many critics are expressing concern over how much damage social media is doing to privacy. Social media has no doubt taken the world by storm, and even I have posted the occasional picture of a cute baby cousin or — might I brag — adorable pet fish. But moving…
Read More5 Steps to OK – we have the name out of the way, but what does it actually mean? Do we really have room for another social sharing platform in our management profile? The answer for Pinterest is yes. For now anyway. Here’s the rundown. Step 1. Join the site! Joining is quick and easy, using your email address and a password to get…
Read MoreA few of you may have noticed the announcement from Facebook about the changes in how brand pages will work. I thought I would take a few minutes and talk through Facebook Timeline and what this transition means for page admins. First, the basics: 1. “Timeline” is what Facebook is calling its new format for the user and brand profile pages. 2. Every brand page will…
Read MoreIn 2008, social media was becoming wildly popular. Facebook, YouTube and Twitter were all the buzz, and people were coming to grips with the reach and the power contained within these new methods of communication. Many analysts believe that Barack Obama’s savvy use of social media played a major factor in his victory in the 2008 presidential campaign. This win should have cemented the…
Read MoreThe buzz for the professional networking site LinkedIn may not be the loudest, and LinkedIn may not be the flashiest social network when compared to Pinterest and Facebook, but it should be an important part of your social profile. Here are a few facts to get us started: As of December 31, 2011 (the end of the fourth quarter), professionals are signing up to join…
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