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Fish where the fish are

Reasons your organization can’t afford not to measure its Facebook presence: 500. Million.There are over 500 million people on Facebook. They’re connecting with friends, sharing information, even segmenting themselves into like-minded groups. It's a gold mine of measurable, actionable information. It's where users spend their time online.Social media, and especially Facebook is where users spend … Continue reading Fish where the fish are

What Companies Want in a Social Media Intern

As well as looking good on your resume and netting you college credit, interning in social media can offer you incredibly valuable experience in the world of work, where social media experience is becoming ever-more important. However, competition for good placements can be fierce, so it’s good to know what companies look for in a … Continue reading What Companies Want in a Social Media Intern

Stop Phoning It In

Image via CrunchBase If you’re responsible for your company’s newsletter ['or blog or any other outward facing communication' ed. note], stop looking at it as a burden. Ask yourself this question: “What would be MOST useful to the people getting this newsletter?” And then ask yourself this question: “What else besides my company’s pitch can … Continue reading Stop Phoning It In

Why You Should Learn By Doing

Image by wuperruper via Flickr Do you enjoy learning new things? I certainly do.In particular, I enjoy about learning new ways to better myself and my relationships with others. When I first started on this quest I couldn't get enough. I read about it all the time on blogs, online magazines and in books. There … Continue reading Why You Should Learn By Doing