Myths & Misconceptions: Is Social Media Necessary for My Online Business?
Jennie Lyon
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
Today, we’re diving into a topic near and dear to my heart – social media and the myths and misconceptions surrounding it.
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Jennie Lyon
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
Today, we’re diving into a topic near and dear to my heart – social media and the myths and misconceptions surrounding it.
Practically Perfect PA
AUGUST 21, 2017
Becoming a social media Rockstar doesn’t just “happen”; you need to really work at it. But if you fancy a bit of a shortcut, there are some simple things you can do to accelerate your rise to social media rock stardom. Use Power Words Power words help you stand out from the millions of other tweets sent every day.
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Practically Perfect PA
APRIL 20, 2016
Despite my passion for social media I haven’t always been adept at it and was a twitter virgin until The Assist Conference 2015. It is never too late to add a new string to your bow and social media seems to be the way forward for the future Assistant. Hootsuite Podium is also a free training resource for social media.
Allwork
JANUARY 31, 2023
Utilizing social media to get a good picture of what is important to people is perhaps the most essential way to keep your organization up-to-date. In its new 2023 Trend Report, Instagram revealed the topics, issues, and trends that matter most to Gen Zers on the platform.
Success
JANUARY 11, 2024
You can automate your calendar, your social media posts and your SEO strategy. Search engines make recommendations to us based on algorithms that judge the credibility of sites on the web, and the social media pages know exactly what you are most likely to buy next and show you ads for it.
Tips From T. Marie
MAY 10, 2023
If you’re interested in starting a blogging or content creation business, here are some tips to get you started: Identify your niche: Find a topic that you’re passionate about and that you have expertise in. With platforms such as Udemy or Teachable, you can create and sell your own online courses on a wide range of topics.
Office Dynamics
JUNE 4, 2014
Although not so in every industry or field, social media networks are quickly demonstrating they provide cost-effective efficiency for companies to gain visibility and transmit their message in a viable, personal way. Social Networking Tips. I scan the ‘feed’ to learn tips and information on a variety of topics, including tech.
Office Dynamics
AUGUST 14, 2015
I’ve also had the chance to be an early adopter of many of the social platforms, build, manage and maintain the Office Dynamics presence online and could talk about using social media to strengthen bonds, grow your network and build your administrative skill set. What is of the most interest to you?
Success
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Generating content: Create outlines or drafts of articles, blogs, essays, social media posts plus other content marketing and personal branding materials. Optimizing SEO: Find popular digital keywords and phrases on any topic with a simple query. Editing and spell-checking: ChatGPT will gladly check your text for errors.
Small Business Labs
AUGUST 27, 2013
" While the experience economy gained some traction in the late 90s and early 2000s, the advent and success of social media has driven "experiences" into the mainstream. The reason is simple - social media allows people to record their experiences and share them with the world.
Practically Perfect PA
FEBRUARY 22, 2013
Over the last few years the events industry have wholeheartedly embraced social media and assistants should also be doing this when they organise internal events for their businesses. Here are 6 examples of how social media can help you with the events you organise: 1. Event page on LinkedIn. Tweet all about your event.
Loosely Speaking
APRIL 6, 2011
Even though the big three (Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn) have been around for more than a few years, conventions and best practices for their use still seems like a hot topic. My AZVAs colleague and I are no exception, as we’re planning our May 2011 podcast around the topic and are even offering a course of our own on May 24.
Success
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
In addition to changing its social media bios to reflect Swift photos and lyrics, the NFL also met the moment through issuing content covering the football basics to familiarize the singer’s fans with the rules of the game. And with social media, they won’t be shy when telling you [that] you weren’t invited to the party.”
Success
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
Influencer: Building Your Personal Brand in the Age of Social Media. Social media is the most cost-effective means of creating awareness for your brand. More than that, you can use social media to influence people’s perceptions of any topic, product, or goal. By Brittany Hennessy. By Jason McDonald.
Allwork
MARCH 21, 2023
This center will be the hub for tech-industry legal action and arguments, focusing on topics such as state social media laws and antitrust lawsuits. In addition, the Litigation Center will provide legal programs and analysis to bolster the technology industry’s stance, according to The Washington Post.
Allwork
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
In an era dominated by remote work, AI, and social media, a personal cover letter is still important. In an era dominated by remote work, AI, and social media, a personal cover letter is still important. According to an article on the topic published by LiveCareer, one should “keep the details to a minimum.”
Success
JUNE 8, 2022
If the world’s most popular search engine was succeeded by a social media app, it may indicate a new era for the platforms that were once used solely for entertainment. A Pew Research Center study found that 84% of adults ages 18 to 29 use social media. Nearly half of consumers use social media to discover new brands.
Success
MARCH 6, 2022
Knowing what’s real online and in the media can be tricky, as the last few years have seen a rise in events and news stories that are hard to believe. Listen to this week’s episode of the rich & REGULAR podcast about media literacy, and develop critical thinking skills to help you pick out fact from fiction. Hone your skills.
Allwork
JULY 26, 2022
In Facebook’s infancy, CEO Mark Zuckerberg made it a habit to have upfront Q&As with employees to discuss nearly all business-related topics. . However, as the social media platform grew, these weekly sessions became less frequent and were often replaced by other executives at the company.
Loosely Speaking
MAY 22, 2011
You can subscribe to our newsletter VA Connections here: Contents of this episode: Discussion/Announcements/Tips: Tara and Katie discuss tips for creative and effective use of social media. Arizona Time: “Social Media for Local Businesses webinar taught by Craig Cannings. Go here to register. Real Talk Chat.
Success
MAY 2, 2023
For some, protecting your personal life might look like not accepting follower invites from colleagues on social media channels. Your willingness to share your opinion across myriad topics is one thing; appropriateness is another, says Jesica Speed Wiley, senior associate at Vocable Communications.
Ian's Messy Desk
MAY 30, 2013
It is a good insight into how “one” person, Guy Kawasaki , manages a large social-media presence. How I Post—A Social-Media Core Dump. Many people ask me how I manage my social media accounts (and others make stuff up rather than figure out what I do). By Guy Kawasaki. million followers.
Stephanie LH Calahan
SEPTEMBER 14, 2012
I was on the phone the other day with one of my private clients and we were talking about her social media strategy. Content creation for your various social media platforms does not have to be hard. If you create any kind of content, you already have a goldmine you can share on your social media platforms.
Success
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
This feature alone makes it the best ChatGPT alternative for research on any new, trending or frequently updated topic. Both generate blog, social media, email and other content. But its system will assist in automating entire email and social media campaigns while repurposing documents into effective press releases.
Small Business Labs
MAY 20, 2010
Blog powered by TypePad Member since 01/2005 « Great Quote on Consumer Versus Business Social Media | Main | The Small Business Side of Maker Faire » May 20, 2010 Is Corporate Social Media Sales Media? People use social media for social reasons; companies use social media for sales.
Success
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
There are so many different topics we can talk about when it comes to your personal and professional growth—all topics that are truly inspiring to me. But there’s one in particular that I want to look at closer, a virtue that’s so often overlooked, even though it is crucial for growth and harmony. But growth isn’t a race.
Success
APRIL 26, 2024
Lori and Chris often have epiphanies about what podcast topic they should use from their life for their next “He said, She said” episode. They’ll text about the topic and head into the podcast recording ready to go, without any scripts, “because it’s relevant to our lives right now.” You don’t need all the backstory.
Success
AUGUST 25, 2022
Are the psychological impacts of social media, along with a mentality of overprotection, depriving a generation of their chance to thrive? Since the early 2000s, social media has been an excellent method of fueling this out-of-balance attitude. While on social media, people’s dopamine levels skyrocket.
Allwork
APRIL 29, 2024
So whatever your conversations are online, whatever social media networks, whatever research you’re doing in your browser, for example, my refrigerator is on the blink. But when you talk about AI, we all thought it’s a huge, massive topic and we all know that. I think I’m going to need a new refrigerator.
Tips From T. Marie
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
It can help you create social media content. For example, NexBot can help you generate not only social media posts, but it can help you with hashtags, video captions and even your personal or company bio for your profile page. NexBot can help you brainstorm blog post or video topic ideas. Use AI to help.
Stephanie LH Calahan
SEPTEMBER 12, 2012
I have been talking with people about social media a lot lately. There is a lot of confusion and frustration about what to do and what not to do when it comes to social media. The topic was on the social media mistakes that speakers make. Have a Social Media Plan.
Success
MARCH 10, 2022
Death is a tricky topic that becomes infinitely trickier when you add the digital nature of modern living. adults have no idea what happens to their digital assets, such as email and social media accounts, or online banking data and passwords when they die. It’s been estimated that Facebook alone could have 4.9
Success
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Women can connect geographically or on certain topics, such as breastfeeding or feeding solids. Yubo Generation Z, the youngest generation of adults, may be social media masters, but they’re still seeking authentic connection online. She launched the app in 2017, and it’s now used by 3.5 million women every month.
Success
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
For example, your city probably has at least one locally renowned “celebrity chef” restaurateur or retail shop owner whose popularity and visibility in the community or on social media helps drive their business. Amplify that content and use it to engage with your audience via social media and traditional media.
Small Business Labs
MARCH 15, 2021
. In our work, we've learned surveys asking aspiration questions or questions on hot topics or things that sound like fun result in a large number of false positives. And survey questions about becoming a digital nomad are a good example.
Success
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
These employee resource groups have included the topics of Pride, women and wellness in the past. The app allows for social media interaction without parents needing to worry about inappropriate content or stereotypes. They also have employee resource groups that celebrate diversity.
Success
MARCH 20, 2024
Dhawan, an award-winning keynote speaker and leadership expert, breaks up what could easily be an overwhelming topic—digital communication—into three distinct yet easy-to-understand sections in Digital Body Language. It offers a very specific in-depth look at setting boundaries in all aspects of your life, from family to social media.
Make or Break Moments
FEBRUARY 2, 2010
Blogging – sharing my thoughts about customer service and learning from others about topics I’m interested in. So what are your favorite things about social media? Reconnecting with our past is an awesome use of social media! The Global Conversation. Following Ian Usher who sold his life on Ebay. Tag you are it!
Small Business Labs
MAY 17, 2021
Over the past week, there's been a flurry of articles and social media posts on "geriatric millennials" This term refers to the oldest millennials, those born between 1980 and 1985. Our favorite article on this topic is Level's satirical 7 Most Telltale Signs That You Are a ‘Geriatric Millennial,’ Ranked.
Success
MAY 19, 2023
Enough About the Baby: A Brutally Honest Guide to Surviving the First Year of Motherhood By Becky Vieira It’s unlikely that any aspect of parenting will always be the picture-perfect, Instagram-worthy moments you see on social media, and trying to meet that ideal will only lead to frustration and failure.
Small Business Labs
OCTOBER 26, 2020
. Instead, they will follow digital nomads on social media and treat the trend almost as a spectator sport. In our work we've learned survey questions asking aspiration questions or questions on hot topics often result in a large number of false positives.
Eat Your Career
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
If you’ve been paying attention to the news and social media over the past two weeks, you’ve undoubtedly heard the term “quiet quitting”. This is why I’m not very good at social media. I believe that most topics, especially those related to the workplace, have multiple sides and a certain amount of complexity.
Stephanie LH Calahan
SEPTEMBER 20, 2010
Check out this great tool | Main | Getting Organized Helped Me Find Health and Lose 65+ Pounds » Can You Define Social Media Clutter? I see them all the time sending me links to "relevant" topics. Comments Can You Define Social Media Clutter? LifeCellar @ StephCalahan Spammers!
Success
APRIL 24, 2024
LinkedIn currently is the best social media channel to have intelligent exchanges related to work and life in a variety of interrelated fields and industries,” says Davis, who suggests, “Why not see LinkedIn as a portal to possibility more than of promotion?” Once a day, take one action: Pose a related question on your feed.
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