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8 Tips for Using Social Media for Political Campaigns

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By now, most candidates for public office have figured out that incorporating social media into their campaigns is a critically important step. The last couple of election cycles, much of this social media business was new. Do you want to use social media to communicate with your existing supporter base or grow your base?

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3 Mistakes You’re Making Online

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If you’re reading this, chances are you’re active online and chances are you’re making one of these mistakes. Do you want to be defined by what is online about you by default, or take an active role in telling your story online? You will then receive an e-mail when that term appears online in a blog post, for example.

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How To Manage Your Online Reputation By Using Google Alerts

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Google has a simple guide to walk you through the steps , along with some helpful examples. Even if they’re young, you might be surprised to find their name listed online as a result of a soccer tournament or school activity. Don’t be the last to know! Is it really that easy to set up Google Alerts? In a word – Yes.

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LinkedIn Tip - Does Your Profile Miss You?

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Also, make sure to use the “Interests&# section to include all of your extracurricular activities/interests. For example, what does it *really* mean to be a “well-seasoned professional&# ? If you are looking for a social media guru, youve come to the wrong place. What makes you unique?

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Business Cards - So Important or So Over?

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Many of his business contacts are active social media users. The internet is loaded with examples of 3D and irregularly shaped cards, but I think you need to think through the desire to stand-out with the practical matter of how someone slips the card into their pocket for future reference). Hard to believe, but true.

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Helping Kids Stay Safe Online. Is SocialShield the Answer.

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Posted by Irene Koehler in Facebook , Social Media on June 18, 2010 | 24 responses As a parent, there have been many moments in my life when I considered locking my child in a closet. These tools may let you know what your child is doing online, but tell you nothing about the identity of their friends or their friends’ activity.

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