How Social Networks Are Restoring Our Human Connections
Social networks are restoring to us what television stole from us: relationships and community. Ever since people started sitting connected to the "boob tube" they became disconnected...
Presidential Debates, Politics – Damaging to Your Social Reputation?
Somewhere during my life I remember being advised that one should avoid discussing business and politics. I'm not sure if that was related to business or all...
Decoding Feelings: What Emotions Are Most Powerful in Social Media?
It's been said that content which evokes outrage is the most commonly shared through social media.
It's also been said that good news spreads faster than bad news....
Social Media Managers Can do More Harm Than Good
As companies big and small continue to move into social media to support other marketing and PR efforts, they're hiring social media managers to help lead the...
4 Golden Rules Businesses Should Follow on Social Media
While it may feel like businesses have been using social media platforms like Facebook for ages now, the reality is that most professional accounts are fewer than...
Do We Over-Emphasize Social Media in Business?
This is a social media blog. We clearly love social media and feel it has value. But do businesses sometimes put too much emphasis on social media...
Popularity vs Influence in Blogging and Social Media: What’s the Difference?
You've heard about "influencers" right? That's a big buzz word especially in the blogosphere these days (and it has been for a couple of years). What exactly...
You’re Invited: Social Media Implications Premiere
The honor of your presence is requested at the latest social (media) event of the season: the premiere of the new Social Implications blog.
Who: The Social Implications...
Who Controls Your Image on the Web?
Uh oh. I used that little taboo term in social media, didn't I? "Control." Companies want some level of control but customers don't want to be controlled....
The “Right” Way to Use Social Media
Is anyone else tired of all of the conversations about who "owns" social media in business (or who should)? Okay. I know I'm not the only one....
