Even though we have these amazing, 24/7 ubiquitous connections taking place on the social web, IRL (in real life) conferences are still booming. I think that many of us still long for those face to face connections, even more so now that our networks have blown way past the indications of Dunbar's … [Read more...]
Social Web Bootcamp – Time to Get in the Game
October 26, 2009 By 2 Comments
Does it feel like 1999 all over again? Remember when you didn’t think you needed a web site because you had a brochure? Confused by all the hype surrounding blogs, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook? Then Social Web Bootcamp is for you. It’s a one day program that takes you from the … [Read more...]
Is it easy to tell if you are a scammer or straight-shooter?
October 7, 2009 By 1 Comment
The social web has made it so easy for people to connect with each other and have a voice at the table like never before. Last night at a tweetup here in Honolulu, I met Larry Heim, CEO of HonBlue. This was a Tweetup Treat, as Larry and I do not normally travel in the same circles. Later back at … [Read more...]
It’s Official: Bloggers Are Recognized by the FTC
October 6, 2009 By 1 Comment
As I have been discussing here in the past few months, the issue of payola, pay-per-post, freebies, and other incentives by marketers to entice blog coverage has come under review of the Federal Trade Commission. They have published new rules covering paid reviews and celebrity endorsements. The … [Read more...]
Social Media Workshop in the Motor City
August 19, 2009 By 2 Comments
I am giving a 3-hour workshop in a Detroit suburb next week and had to work a car into the discussion somehow! There's good news in Detroit with GM announcing the Volt will get 230 miles per gallon. Ford is getting good coverage on its Fiesta Movement Social Marketing campaign (thanks to my mom for … [Read more...]
The Social Web: Learning to Use a New Tool
June 25, 2009 By Leave a Comment
The social web is full of free information. Many people forego formal training in favor of copying what they see others' doing. We sometimes do this ourselves—once you have a strong base of knowledge in a specific area, it is quite reasonable to look at others' tips or code and be able to … [Read more...]
