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The Internet has facilitated many changes in the dating world. At one time dating was dominated by meeting people through friends, meeting in a bar or other social gathering, or through an offline dating service. Remember the days of making a video for a dating service? While you can still make videos, it’s usually in the comfort of your own… Read more
According to Pew Global, the five biggest social media-using countries in the world are Great Britain, the United States, Russia, the Czech Republic, and Spain. Facebook has become a major global player, but it’s not the only game in town, especially in countries that have their own favorite list of social networking sites. Here are a few facts about social… Read more
Starting out in social media can feel a little like being lost in a maze. But don’t panic! Once you get hold of a map and learn how to navigate social media, it can be a valuable resource for your business. Where else can you: * Advertise your products and services * Connect with your customers * Resolve customer issues… Read more
A company Facebook fan page that doesn’t interact with its fans is likely to lose them along with its online presence. In order to get the most out of your company’s Facebook page, you have to keep in constant contact with fans, much like Facebook users keep in contact with their friends and family on a regular basis. With that… Read more
Everyone is doing it now. From the young to the elderly – they are all into it. What you may ask – social media that’s what. It’s not just for the 20 something’s – you’ll find retirees, grandmas, and innovative seniors browsing and claiming social media. Seniors are participating in Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Not only is it just plain… Read more
Social media is making inroads into how we interact with TV. However, many media sources would have you believe that social media is already a significant aspect of how people interact with TV. However, that is not the case. We are merely scratching the surface when it comes to how much social media is used in conjunction with TV viewing.… Read more
When the first draft of the Hippocratic Oath was created in the 12th century, social media was considered words chiseled in stone and left for others to read. Centuries later, the medical field is using social media more and more everyday as a way to reach out to others in the profession and keep patients in the know. But, with… Read more
Times are indeed a-changing. And so are the consumers of today. The pervasiveness of the Internet and its influence vis-a-vis traditional media and advertising has been growing at such a rapid pace that in certain areas the former has already eclipsed the latter. In a 2012 study published by mediabistro, one is surprised to learn that as far as consumer… Read more
You may have read different opinions on how to market on Facebook. We realized that while it is a great to give some good ideas on what to do, it would also be useful to know what NOT to do as well. With that in mind, here is another list: Talk to Your Audience, Not at Them: Social media… Read more
With around 1 million followers and thousands of likes per photo, Starbucks is extremely active on Instagram. Not only does the company participate in this form of social media, but the fans of the company are involved as well. Search for “Starbucks” on Instagram and you will be inundated with over 3.6 billion results. While getting to that level of… Read more
