With all the news about the fate of that Rutgers student (the one who outed his fellow classmate; a prank that resulted in the victim taking his life), it’s nice to hear about people using social media for good (instead of evil). Seriously; enough with the bullying, trash talking and general meanness. Social media can … Continue reading →
According to a Pew Internet & American Life Project survey, men and women don’t social network the same way. Women are much more protective about their data than men. According to this study, women are much more likely to make their profiles completely private, but it’s kind of an all or nothing thing. If women … Continue reading →
In the past year or so, we’ve been seeing more involvement between television and social media; there are more actors tweeting and shows with Facebook pages than ever before. So, why should one of the biggest television events of the year be any different? This year, the Academy Awards has embraced social media with open … Continue reading →
I know; I tend to go on a little bit about Pinterest. Not only do I have a general social media addiction, but I also have a Pinterest addiction. It’s been confirmed. The support group is on its way. So, I always like to hear about others who are getting involved in this social networking … Continue reading →
With every new year comes new trends. Today, we’re going to talk about some social media trends that have already begun and will continue to take hold throughout the rest of this year. 1. TV on Mobile Devices People are becoming more interested in watching their favorite TV shows online (I know, I am). Websites … Continue reading →
Google Plus has emerged – and it just might have enough force to give Facebook some competition. In a way, it is surprising that Google took so long to release a social network, but it’s here now. For anyone looking to market his or herself (for employment or just plain old networking), there are a … Continue reading →
With more than 800 million active users on Facebook (according to their data), you can’t deny that social networking is a force to be reckoned with. People are logging in to post updates about their lives and to see what you’ve posted. But of the over 800 million people who are using social networks, a … Continue reading →
It doesn’t matter who you are, reputation is important. I think the first time we learn this rule is probably in high school. That’s when we really first get gossipy and feel the need to brand each other as one thing or another. You might have a reputation for being the smartest kid in class … Continue reading →
If you’re not on Google+ yet, you might start thinking about it soon. At least that’s what the Internet juggernaut is hoping by enticing the masses with cute and funny television ads. You might think that’s a lame strategy, but it sure has worked for Chrome. I, for one, jumped on the Chrome bandwagon as … Continue reading →
Although your mom might give you a hard time about spending every waking moment checking and posting on a social network, it might actually help you advance your career. If you network properly, you can be among more than 18 million Americans who have found their current job on a social network. Somewhat surprisingly, the … Continue reading →
I’ve been hearing a lot about Google+ in the past month or so, but I have to admit, I have yet to jump on that bandwagon. I’m not one of those small business owners who don’t see the benefits of social media (hence this blog), but I only have time to do so much. I’m … Continue reading →
If you’re active on Twitter, or any other social networking site, you probably have heard of Klout. Klout is based on the concept that everyone has influence, but some have more than others. Until recently, Klout was really the only game of its kind in town. There were others, but none as user-friendly. Klout had captivated … Continue reading →
MySpace was the first site to really introduce the concept of social networking to students (and really, to the rest of the world, if you think about it). The site was launched in 2003, so we’ve only been social networking (as we now know it) for about eight years*. Doesn’t it seem like so much … Continue reading →