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Why Klout Should Not Be A Synonym For Influence

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The tool that’s making the most rounds these days, it seems to me, is Klout. There have been blog posts ad nauseam by online influencers (and I don’t mean to use that term in a belittling way, so please don’t anyone take it that way) on online tools such as Klout. Now, I have no axe to grind with Klout.

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What’s Your Score? How Klout and PeerIndex Affect Social Engagement

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Klout and PeerIndex, the two major players in measuring social influence, have only been around for a few years but have already made a mark on digital engagement. Klout measures people’s social media influence by analyzing how the content they create drives online trends and user action. What Does All of This Mean?

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Klout’s Effect On The Classroom, Your Career & More

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A Klout score, while controversial to many, is becoming more mainstream and carrying more weight in the real world. Get the latest scoop in today’s must-reads: Klout in the Classroom: Grading Students on Social Media Use. Klout Would Like Potential Employers To Consider Your Score Before Hiring You. Why Klout is doomed.

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The New Media Pecking Order

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This past Sunday, the New York Times ' Sunday Review ran an opinion piece called, Got Twitter, You've Been Scored , by Stephanie Rosenbloom that looked at the emerging trend of brands using social media analytics platforms like Klout , PeerIndex and Twitter Grader to see how "influential" individuals are. C'est la vie. publishing.

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The bus to Hawaii: Marriott boosts Hawaii Bookings 40% with event.

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The cost of the campaign was approximately $350,000 with Marriott covering hotel expenses and partner Hawaiian airlines covering flights. Leave a Reply Cancel reply Subscribe via Email Meet Tara Coomans Recent Posts Klout – What’s it all About? What’s your social currency?

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The Wells Fargo Debacle.how to get around it

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Furthermore, work with the tradeshow (who undoubtably has already negotiated favorable rates at area hotels) to obtain a really nice block of rooms for your VIPS. Leave a Reply Cancel reply Subscribe via Email Meet Tara Coomans Recent Posts Klout – What’s it all About? This is a win-win situation for everyone.

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Can influence be bought? | Strategic thoughts on using social.

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Two weeks ago, I received an email from the folks at Klout informing me that Fox wanted to send me a watching kit for its new television series Lone Star. So I wonder if the Klout influencer advertising model is destined for mediocrity or if it will catch on. I am sure that some of you reading this got the same email. Enjoy this post?