Almost Savvy

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

As the number of multi-generational families using online social networks increases daily, so does the number of “Oh no, she didn’t!&# Let’s take a peek at three humorous looks at how social media is, or might be, used to connect with our beloved family members. Ready for Yet Another Social Platform?

Social Networking 191

Social Networking Astroturfing Lijit LinkedIn 191

Socialized

NOVEMBER 26, 2009

Location-Based Applications Will Dissolve Into General Social Networks. Location-based applications like Foursquare and Brightkite will not be the darlings of social media as some predict, but will instead turn into features and dissolve into general social networks like Facebook and Twitter.

SocialText 250

SocialText Social Media Web 2.0 Astroturfing 250

Bare Feet Studios

JULY 8, 2009

When you are conversing on social networks, how, what, and when do you disclose your business relationship? This can apply to Twitter and accounts on other social networks as well as on blogs.) See “Astroturfing&# above for more. How far will you go and what damage does your brand risk?

Social Media 80

Social Media Astroturfing Wikipedia Upcoming 80