How to Become a More Savvy Networker Online

Building up a business network isn’t easy, but it is essential if you intend to succeed anywhere in the world of business. This is especially true of small businesses without the track records of larger, more established organizations. Personal connections can mean all the difference between profitability and bankruptcy.In a previous article, I wrote about … Continue reading How to Become a More Savvy Networker Online

5 Social Media Best Practices for Business

Social networks and blogs are changing how consumers find places and services, how and where they share their experiences, and eventually, where they will spend their time and money. Without an understanding of, and participation in, social networks, you can miss shaping and contributing to the decision-making process of those who define the success of … Continue reading 5 Social Media Best Practices for Business

How to Write a Social Media Policy

An office worker was fired after her employer discovered her sex blog.  A waitress was fired for venting about a customer on Facebook.  A woman lost a job offer at Cisco because of something she said on Twitter.  These incidents illustrate why it might be wise to create a social media policy for your employees. … Continue reading How to Write a Social Media Policy