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MAY 25, 2011

Just like all of social media, there is no one right way to use it. This isn’t because I’m posting scandalous content that I don’t want people to see or that I’m having controversial conversations I’m afraid will rub people the wrong way. Everybody uses Facebook differently. Not really a person.

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MARCH 24, 2011

I had a recent conversation with Laura of EzraTech on Twitter about the practice of sending DMs (direct messages) to new followers. I appreciate an open conversation with someone with a different point of view any day. This is your conversational voice for when you’re engaging with others. Your Inside Voice on Twitter.

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DECEMBER 17, 2010

With a two-day program filled with tech thought leaders and innovators , there was one subject which seemed to consistently rise about the rest and dominate so many of the conversations at LeWeb. Related articles which may interest you: Social Networking Friends vs. Real Life Friends Blogging for Tickets. What was it?

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NOVEMBER 17, 2009

4 Tales of Accidental Twitter Friends) Posted by Irene Koehler in Business , Networking , Social Media , Tips , Twitter on November 17, 2009 | 16 responses It’s true, I’m engaged. I’m virtually engaged – listening to conversations and building relationships online. No, not that kind of engaged.

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MARCH 31, 2010

Posted by Irene Koehler in Facebook , Social Media , Tips , Twitter on March 31, 2010 | 16 responses Hey, you! Related articles which may interest you: Social Networking Friends vs. Real Life Friends How Facebook Hurt My Feelings New Tool Makes My Email Work Harder and Smarter Social Media Stats – It’s Raining Content!

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DECEMBER 16, 2010

Again, if he had taken the time to read my blog or communicate with me up front, he likely would have known this and we would have avoided the awkward conversation which followed. He explained that this is the one true way to engage with others and have meaningful conversations. “ThisGuy comes out swinging. Am I Selling Out?

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MARCH 22, 2012

Even though I often communicate through social channels, such as Facebook, Twitter or chat messages, my mailbox remains a sacred place where the most important conversations take place. so you don’t miss any future Almost Savvy social media updates, events and news. And when we hate it, we really hate it.

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APRIL 6, 2009

Even more global conversations about weather, kids, spouses, dogs are more preferable to me than “just had a rare hamburger and sweet potato fries&# posts. For me, one of the interesting things about social networking is that all of these kinds of conversations are going on in the same place at the same time.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2009

The guy was a complete stranger, yet here we were having a delightful and very natural conversation. We talked about our kids, observations about life and social media. We talked about our kids, observations about life and social media. Twitter, at that time (about two years ago), was a much more intimate place.

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DECEMBER 12, 2009

Posted by Irene Koehler in Branding , Business , Career , Facebook , Networking , Social Media , Tips , Twitter on December 12, 2009 | one response The theme of LeWeb ’09 was “The Real-time Web,&# but what exactly “is&# real-time? Social Networking Friends vs. Real Life Friends Ready for Yet Another Social Platform?

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2010

Facebook users know that this is where the magic happens – all the news, gossip, updates and conversation. You are also invited to connect with others interested in social media on the AlmostSavvy page on Facebook where we share news and tips. Why would she have blocked me? Had I done something to offend her? Was I wrong?

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JUNE 23, 2010

Say what: I’ve heard people of all ages use text-speak in conversation. Trust me, it’s a special experience to hear LOL or WTF during a conversation. How Facebook Hurt My Feelings Social Media Stats – It’s Raining Content! If you are looking for a social media guru, youve come to the wrong place.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2009

It is with the greatest love, respect and true geek-envy that I offer the following signs that you’re at a tech conference: While watching conversation among big-time “personas&# on stage, I find myself trying to calculate the percentage of time spent discussing true content as opposed to time spent discussing each other.

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MARCH 16, 2011

Because the focus of my work revolves around social media, it isn’t surprising that most of it is done while sitting in front of a computer. If I call these conversations “real&# does that make the online connections any less real? Just to be clear, none of my time online is spent playing Farmville or Mafia Wars.

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JULY 15, 2010

Talk (And Listen) To Me We’ve all read the advice that the most effective ways to leverage the opportunities to build relationships with new people online is to be engaging and interested in them, by having a conversation that includes both listening and responding. Uh…ewww. My name is Irene.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2009

When I’ve come across people using social networking sites who state that they yearn for interaction, yet they do not follow others’ messages, I have to ask if they are sending mixed messages?? In fact, many preach that those using social media must interact with others in order to be true to the intent of the platform.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2010

Posted by Irene Koehler in Facebook , Networking , Social Media on February 25, 2010 | 3 responses As the blog’s readership and community have grown, I’m continually impressed with all of you. I’d like to do a better job of bringing you all into the conversation. We’ve become friends.

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OCTOBER 7, 2010

Others have written quite comprehensively about each of the changes, so what can I possibly add to the conversation? Today, Zuckerberg was asked about this: “If any member has the ability to add any of their friends to the group, how can we be sure that only the ‘right’ people are included in the conversation?&# New Groups.

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JUNE 23, 2011

Listening in on an fascinating conversation online with one of the business world’s most well known thought-leaders, some of his most famous books on the shelf above my desk as I soaked in his words coming through the speakers of my computer. “If you don’t understand social media, find a social media expert.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

This will often begin a conversation. I don’t get here to your blog very often, but I refer all social media newbies I come across to it, and tell them they absolutely *must* follow you to learn the quickest routes to success with all of this. If you are looking for a social media guru, youve come to the wrong place.

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JULY 24, 2009

Facebook Tip: How To Choose Who Can See Your Friends New Tool Makes My Email Work Harder and Smarter Social Media Stats – It’s Raining Content! Social Networking Friends vs. Real Life Friends Shopping Cart Your shopping cart is empty Visit the shop ? Does it Work? Thanks for adding your perspective, Vincent.

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DECEMBER 31, 2008

Following up on our conversation and would like to link up here so I can introduce you to a top-notch sales guy in my network. Before I send the LI invite, I usually have an email, phone, or in-person conversation with that person. If you are looking for a social media guru, youve come to the wrong place.

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MARCH 1, 2009

Many of his business contacts are active social media users. Here’s an old article I wrote about using them for marketing–[link] I will add social info to mine when I re-order, though–great tip. But, in my offline circles, most are still not into social media. Hard to believe, but true.

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JANUARY 2, 2009

When I would take her places and introduce her to people, she would jump into a conversation with, “Do you have a job for Joy? twitter organize spam Students technology trust Twitter Proud to be featured on Social Media Informer The what and why How can I help you leverage social media and networking for your business or career?

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MARCH 25, 2010

The larger issue for me was one I’ve been feeling a lot lately after attending many tech and social media events. I chose a more low-key approach and connected with friends over quiet dinners and had actual conversations. If you are looking for a social media guru, youve come to the wrong place.

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MARCH 22, 2012

Even though I often communicate through social channels, such as Facebook, Twitter or chat messages, my mailbox remains a sacred place where the most important conversations take place. so you don’t miss any future Almost Savvy social media updates, events and news. And when we hate it, we really hate it.

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MARCH 22, 2012

Even though I often communicate through social channels, such as Facebook, Twitter or chat messages, my mailbox remains a sacred place where the most important conversations take place. so you don’t miss any future Almost Savvy social media updates, events and news. And when we hate it, we really hate it.

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JUNE 18, 2012

There is no one right way to use social media, but there may be one (or more) right ways that are the best fit for each of us. To me, the pace, context and conversation is very different on Twitter than on Facebook. so you don’t miss any future Almost Savvy social media updates, events and news.

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OCTOBER 31, 2008

While I might be welcome to join in a conversation about the impact (or lack thereof) of MTV’s TRL going off the air or the latest iPhone app, I might not be the first person you’d think to approach, and this is perfectly alright. Maybe that ultimately leads to more engaged conversations. She’s learning fast, too!

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OCTOBER 31, 2008

While I might be welcome to join in a conversation about the impact (or lack thereof) of MTV’s TRL going off the air or the latest iPhone app, I might not be the first person you’d think to approach, and this is perfectly alright. Maybe that ultimately leads to more engaged conversations. She’s learning fast, too!

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JANUARY 5, 2011

Many thanks to the 50+ people who took the time to add their thoughts to this conversation on LinkedIn. You are also invited to connect with others interested in social media on the friendly folks on the AlmostSavvy page on Facebook where we share news and tips. I learned from each of you.

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AUGUST 29, 2008

conversation comes along. Scanning…now that is my pet peeve but sometimes there are distractions, so I guess in that case, you would just have to say sorry and express genuine interest to re-establish the conversation. If you are looking for a social media guru, youve come to the wrong place. more important?

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AUGUST 29, 2008

conversation comes along. Scanning…now that is my pet peeve but sometimes there are distractions, so I guess in that case, you would just have to say sorry and express genuine interest to re-establish the conversation. If you are looking for a social media guru, youve come to the wrong place. more important?

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JUNE 18, 2012

There is no one right way to use social media, but there may be one (or more) right ways that are the best fit for each of us. To me, the pace, context and conversation is very different on Twitter than on Facebook. so you don’t miss any future Almost Savvy social media updates, events and news.

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JUNE 18, 2012

There is no one right way to use social media, but there may be one (or more) right ways that are the best fit for each of us. To me, the pace, context and conversation is very different on Twitter than on Facebook. so you don’t miss any future Almost Savvy social media updates, events and news.

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JUNE 18, 2010

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. Hmm…maybe we’ll have to take this conversation offline. If you are looking for a social media guru, youve come to the wrong place.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2009

Oh well, it’s not like this topic comes up very often in conversation. twitter organize spam Students technology trust Twitter Proud to be featured on Social Media Informer The what and why How can I help you leverage social media and networking for your business or career?

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