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50 Ways Marketers use Social Media to Improve Their Marketing

Harp Interactive

Social media isn’t always the right tool for the job. Over the last three days, I’ve spoken to four HUGE brands in America that are considering social media for one project or another, and there are many more out there working on how these tools might integrate into their business needs. Not every company needs a blog. Don’t NOT go.

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LinkedIn Lets You Show Off Your Best Assets | Almost Savvy

Almost Savvy

For example, when you move recommendations to the top to highlight the feedback from Bill Gates, all of your other recommendations move, too, which might make it difficult for someone to scroll down to find your skills and experience. Still, this is a fabulous step in the right direction.

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Students and Graduates: Got LinkedIn?

Almost Savvy

Your LinkedIn profile will become your professional presence online, making it easy to find information about your background, skills, who you know and who has recommended you. Posted by Irene Koehler in LinkedIn on May 7, 2009 | 6 responses Do you hear that sound?

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Moments and The Power of Not Laughing

Almost Savvy

A friend, who knew of my growing interest and skills, invited me to speak to a local organization and share some tips. I had already been a huge LinkedIn user and advocate for years prior to this and, similarly, was frequently asked to help others learn how to best use the tool. Inside, I wondered where this might take me.

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LinkedIn Tips - Pop Quiz!

Almost Savvy

One or more of the recommendations on my LinkedIn profile: a) Are all from people whom I’ve recommended b) Refer to me as “Dude&# or “da man&# c) Is from someone who has never actually experienced my work, skills or true awesomeness first-hand d) Huh? LinkedIn is a powerful tool, but that’s it.

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What is Work Literacy?

Buzz Marketing for Technology

Karrer and Michele Martin have just launched Work Literacy , which is: "a network of individuals, companies and organizations who are interested in learning, defining, mentoring, teaching and consulting on the frameworks, skills, methods and tools of modern knowledge work." Lijit Search. Lijit Search.

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I Didn't Think You Meant *That* Kind of Pink Slip

Almost Savvy

Keep copies of work products to illustrate your skills to potential employers. (It’s And Then, On to the Job Search and Keeping Your Skills Fresh: LinkedIn – Not even optional; no longer open for discussion. This is a wonderful way to gain new skills, build new contacts and use your time productively.

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