I’ve decided to stop maintaining Socialize as the way we share content has evolved. With built-in browser sharing and a demand for more control, on-site social bookmarking buttons have become outdated. Check out this post for more details on why it’s time to say goodbye to Socialize. Thank You for all of your support throughout […]
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What Makes An Expert?
It’s unfair to just write someone off because they use the word expert in their title. I understand there are a lot of people claiming to be experts and they have ultimately tainted the title, but it’s still a fair title.
Facebook seems to be the king of social media for college students. One could easily argue that the demographics of the service support this. So why should they also care about Twitter?
In today’s social media landscape, the distinction between sharing an opinion and passing judgment has become more crucial than ever. Misunderstandings are common, and someone sharing a personal thought can quickly be labeled as “judgmental.” But where exactly do we draw the line? What separates a thoughtful opinion from a definitive judgment? Understanding this distinction […]
It’s extremely important to monitor and measure your influence in social media however some of the premium tools out there might be a little beyond your financial reach. Good thing there are plenty of free tools you can mix and match to meet your own personal goals.
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Why Can't We All Just Get Along?
One problem I see in social media is the lack of transparency behind our thoughts and ideas. It’s completely understandable because we are dealing with small amounts of information of which we need to extrapolate the entire message. You can’t properly gauge the tone of someones voice or even measure their response by any reasonable […]
I seem to find myself digging for great Twitter analogies when faced with the paradox of explaining Twitter to a friend. You would think that something so simple would be easy to explain, yet somehow people are still dumbfounded by its purpose.
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Get Your Hands Dirty
Sometimes you have to go beyond your normal limits and explore unknown social media territory.
Once a year, Twitter lets loose, with fictitious news stories devouring the social media space. What’s worse is that April Fools day is no longer limited to it’s normal 24 hour time span. Instead, it lasts for a 48 hour Social Media day. Remember, it’s April 1st somewhere.
Twitter is a powerful platform for real-time updates and conversations, but if you’re not careful, it can quickly become a chaotic mess of irrelevant content. The key to making Twitter work for you is curating a quality feed that delivers valuable insights and meaningful discussions. By focusing on who you follow and how you engage, […]