Tag Archives: Social media

Social media is neutral, but people are angry

I was talking to some folks today about social media, and got a question I didn’t feel like I answered well. It was along the lines of, How is social media contributing to the downfall of civility in our society today? My quick answer is: It’s not. My longer answer is [hopefully better than I [...]

I’ll tell you why you have to use social media…

…if you come hear me speak on Monday, June 14, at a fun networking event in Nashville that my old friend, Stephen Zralek, and my new friend, Renata Soto, have put together — WaterCooler. WaterCooler targets young entrepreneurs in the Nashville area. It’s always an interesting crowd and I’ve learned something each time I’ve attended. [...]

Topics from Junior League of Nashville training, 4/29/2010

Today at lunch and again this evening, I’m speaking to members of the Junior League of Nashville about managing your online identity. Because the audience is going to be very diverse in age range and current technology adoption, most of our discussion is likely to be Q&A around the topics of online identity and privacy, [...]

Two quick thoughts on social media and technology choices

Good interview this morning between Mike Moran and Paul Gillin. Great thoughts on social media.

Figuring out the best social media platform

All social media isn’t right for all purposes. Examine your goals before you pick your tools.

It's about your mindset, not your technology*

You could use social media just to talk about yourself some more, but no one will care. Understand how you can use social media’s power for good before you begin.