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MARCH 16, 2011

We connect on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, email, IM chat and (surprise, surprise) sometimes we even talk on the telephone. We should just meet in person.&# To be fair, none of these people spend nearly the amount of time online that I do, so I understand their reaction. (Of government in Washington D.C., I’m Engaged! (4

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JULY 15, 2010

Suddenly, upon meeting someone new, they immediately try to score and ask me to go over to their place to seal the deal. It is nice to meet you.&# “Well (pretend you heard your name here), I’ll bet it is nice to meet me. I’ve seen this on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. Am I talking about my dating life?

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OCTOBER 4, 2012

Among the millions of debate-related tweets on Twitter, there was a completely insensitive and inappropriate tweet about President Obama’s grandmother. Within minutes of the now-infamous tweet from the KitchenAid account, it was deleted and reappeared on an individual’s personal Twitter account. Targeted apology.

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OCTOBER 4, 2012

Among the millions of debate-related tweets on Twitter, there was a completely insensitive and inappropriate tweet about President Obama’s grandmother. Within minutes of the now-infamous tweet from the KitchenAid account, it was deleted and reappeared on an individual’s personal Twitter account. Targeted apology.

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MARCH 1, 2009

Given that people come expecting to meet many people for the first time, it always surprises me when people arrive without business cards. In addition to my own site URL and email address, I include URLs to find me on LinkedIn and Twitter. If I meet someone new I record email or twitter etc. collaborate with one another.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2009

Nametags are awkwardly enormous as they include name, company, website and Twitter @username. When demo-ing new apps, all problems are explained away by “Twitter must be running slow.&# When I introduce myself to people during a break, the reply is “Nice to meet you. Meet the enemy: It is us.)

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DECEMBER 15, 2011

The number of businesses on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+, and YouTube is mind-boggling, but the real question is how many of them are using the tools wisely? Meet Your New Chief of Social Media: The Neighbor’s Kid. Social media is all the rage. Don’t expect to have this completely nailed down before you even begin.

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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! We’ve been connected for awhile on Twitter and Facebook. If I wanted to know these things, we’d be connected on Foursquare so I could follow along as you cruise through town going to meetings and running errands.

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MARCH 25, 2010

Even armed with a plan, you’ll find yourself in some sessions that don’t meet your expectations. Meeting Friends – Old and New At a normal conference, it is fairly easy to connect with friends, bump into acquaintances you didn’t know were attending and network with new people. Be open to meeting new people.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2011

I want to make it incredibly easy for the email recipient to learn more about me, so I include links to find me on my own website , my professional profile on LinkedIn , Twitter ( two accounts ), and the Almost Savvy page on Facebook. Please share the link in the comments so that we can easily meet you. Do you have an about.me

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NOVEMBER 25, 2009

A few days prior to our meeting, I saw a tweet from this guy saying he’d be in the Bay Area and asking if anyone wanted to get together. A few days prior to our meeting, I saw a tweet from this guy saying he’d be in the Bay Area and asking if anyone wanted to get together. You rock xo Coach T.I.A ?s s last blog.

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OCTOBER 13, 2009

I’ll be taking my video camera with me and hope to interview some of the bloggers I meet. You might also be interested in these: 13 Signs That You’re At a Tech Conference How Not to Use Twitter for Business (FroYo Edition) LinkedIn-apalooza! My other goal is to be your representative at the conference. Vegas, here I come.

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APRIL 9, 2010

While I probably won’t be able to cover everything, your input is most helpful as I prepare the best presentation to meet your needs. 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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NOVEMBER 11, 2009

While I’m there, I would like to ask one question of those I meet. If you had the opportunity to meet technology and social media users and entrepreneurs from around the globe, what one question would you ask them? If you’d like to testdrive our private beta, or meet up when you are in Paris, just let me know!

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OCTOBER 22, 2008

The network didn’t have any meetings or rules, but I’m certain the expectations were well understood – your kids are our kids and we’ll watch over them. With the advent of LinkedIn , Facebook , Twitter and an endless list of other networks, our connections are global. You’ll learn a lot!

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APRIL 6, 2011

If I’m meeting you in person for the first time, having seen your photo will put me at ease knowing who I should be looking for. Use the same photo on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, YouTube channel, your blog, etc. One of the often overlooked elements of our online presence is our profile photo.

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OCTOBER 16, 2009

Excellent questions poured in via email, Twitter, the AlmostSavvy Facebook page , and comments on my blog. Related articles which may interest you: How Not to Use Twitter for Business (FroYo Edition) Helping Kids Stay Safe Online. You certainly didn’t disappoint! What key points would you add? Is SocialShield the Answer?

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DECEMBER 8, 2009

Posted by Irene Koehler in Blogging , Business , Facebook , Networking , Social Media , Tips , Twitter on December 8, 2009 | one response Here in Paris, the excitement about LeWeb is palpable. I’m thrilled to be here as one of the LeWeb Official Bloggers and looking forward to meeting many of my peers from around the world.

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MAY 7, 2009

New grads can meet their fellows on LinkedIn. 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? If you are looking for a social media guru, youve come to the wrong place.

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DECEMBER 30, 2008

Posted by Irene Koehler in LinkedIn on December 30, 2008 | 9 responses You meet someone at a conference or a networking event and want to stay in touch. What’s Your URL?&# You exchange business cards and decide to connect on LinkedIn.? She asks for the link to your profile on LinkedIn so she can send you an invitation to connect.

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OCTOBER 20, 2009

I was thrilled to meet Jennifer at BlogWorld a few days ago. She and I were already connected and communicating through Twitter , but there is nothing quite like having the opportunity to sit down together for lunch. This meshes with #1 on my list of 11 Ways to Thrive on Twitter. Is there a downside to taking such an approach?

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Social Media Lijit LinkedIn Reputation 165

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JANUARY 12, 2009

Earning the trust of those in your network only begins to happen when thinking of their needs before our own and offering assistance where possible to help them more easily succeed in meeting their own goals. On Twitter, the connections are less clear because it isn’t necessary for both parties to mutually agree to the connection.

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JULY 26, 2009

Granted, I’m more “me&# on Twitter and Facebook than I am on LinkedIn, but I do not use social media to share every last detail of my life (which, truth be told, is pretty darn dull). We can tailor our use to meet our own style and needs. This is *not* the case. We needn’t agree on how social media is to be used.

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Almost Savvy

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. “Need your help at a sales meeting Wednesday” = better. We love it when it’s easy and when others use it in a way that works for us.

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DECEMBER 7, 2008

Posted by Irene Koehler in Twitter on December 7, 2008 | 22 responses LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter – Wherever you are online, it’s all about networking. With nothing to lose and everything to gain, I asked a simple question on Twitter a few days ago – How can I help you today?

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DECEMBER 7, 2008

Posted by Irene Koehler in Twitter on December 7, 2008 | 22 responses LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter – Wherever you are online, it’s all about networking. With nothing to lose and everything to gain, I asked a simple question on Twitter a few days ago – How can I help you today?

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OCTOBER 7, 2010

There are many extremely valid reasons for having a closely managed group with a gatekeeper who allowed only those meeting certain criteria to join. High school band members could comfortably and safely discussing their plans without wondering who else was listening.

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APRIL 12, 2009

when meeting?with I’m so glad I follow you on Twitter! 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? This is really sound advice.

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

Day after day, I try to share helpful information through my blog, Twitter , the Almost Savvy page on Facebook , speaking engagements, etc. Still, I couldn’t get out of my head the fact that I did want to hear the content presented and meet others in attendance. I am ever mindful of the value of your trust.

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DECEMBER 31, 2008

Suggested language you might want to consider including in the invitation: Wonderful to meet you at the marketing conference last week. But wait, there’s more …Those who RT my tweet (on Twitter) about the tip of the day will be entered in a drawing each day for seats in an upcoming LinkedIn webinar?

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Almost Savvy

DECEMBER 15, 2011

The number of businesses on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+, and YouTube is mind-boggling, but the real question is how many of them are using the tools wisely? Meet Your New Chief of Social Media: The Neighbor’s Kid. Social media is all the rage. Don’t expect to have this completely nailed down before you even begin.

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Almost Savvy

DECEMBER 15, 2011

The number of businesses on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+, and YouTube is mind-boggling, but the real question is how many of them are using the tools wisely? Meet Your New Chief of Social Media: The Neighbor’s Kid. Social media is all the rage. Don’t expect to have this completely nailed down before you even begin.

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Social Media ROI Construction Compete 100

Almost Savvy

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. “Need your help at a sales meeting Wednesday” = better. We love it when it’s easy and when others use it in a way that works for us.

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Almost Savvy

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. “Need your help at a sales meeting Wednesday” = better. We love it when it’s easy and when others use it in a way that works for us.

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AUGUST 29, 2008

leave yourself plenty of time to arrive relaxed and ready to meet others. Offer to help set-up; this is a wonderful opportunity to meet those who?ve Not only does this let others that it is important for you to be there, you will probably meet more people, the longer you? d like to meet. re meeting for the first time.

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Almost Savvy

AUGUST 29, 2008

leave yourself plenty of time to arrive relaxed and ready to meet others. Offer to help set-up; this is a wonderful opportunity to meet those who?ve Not only does this let others that it is important for you to be there, you will probably meet more people, the longer you? d like to meet. re meeting for the first time.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2009

But she was very protective of me meeting her family. All of my young life I had wanted to meet her and finally I did! 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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