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Are Blog Comments Dead? | Justin Levy

Justin Levy

Written on July 30, 2010 by Justin Levy in blog , community , facebook , interactions , social media , twitter 23 Comments - Leave a comment! Increasingly bloggers are concerned that even though they know that their posts are being shared through other channels, that their communities still aren’t commenting on their posts.

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Social media and the rise of fantasy sports

Sprout Social

Fantasy sports have played a huge role in shaping fans’ communities and conversations on social platforms. million in 2003. So in early 2003, we’ve got over 15 million people playing fantasy sports online. Social media makes fantasy sports a global, connected community. What are fantasy sports? Talk strategy.

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A Decade of Thanksgivings

Waxing UnLyrical

In 2003, when we made the big move from California to D.C., And I experienced how great food and trust in a tradition – even if that tradition has morphed over the years – can bring people together… or back together again. Read All About It! Greenbanana - Heather Yaxley Jon (Newman)'s PR 1.5 These fine folk did: Jan.

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The History of Social Media in 33 Key Moments

Hootsuite

Unfortunately, the site’s spike in popularity in 2003 caught the company by surprise. Myspace: “A place for friends” (2003) Friendster rival Myspace (originally styled as MySpace) quickly became the go-to site for millions of hip teens. In 2009, Twitter capitalized on the hashtag by adding hyperlink capabilities.

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With 4 Days Before Blogger Social, I Bring You the 4×4 Meme

Techipedia: Tamar Weinberg

Prior to Austin (where I had to go outside the city in order to get Kosher food for SXSW), the last time I ate Indian food was in 2003. Building my first online community 4. 12484 SUBSCRIBERS FOLLOWERS Lijit Search Read more about The New Community Rules Get Techipedia on your iPhone or iPod touch! Hiring some help 3.

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Veterans Day: A Granddaughter Remembers

Waxing UnLyrical

I have adjusted – more or less – to the fact that I will not see my grandfather again, as he passed away in 2003. Until his health started failing (he suffered two heart attacks), he awoke religiously with the sun, had an impeccable work ethic and, above all, put family first. That is why I, today, Return the Favor.

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Using Twitter for a Cause

Koka Sexton

We help people in need share their “epic&# true stories in innovative, creative and profitable ways to help them acquire the financial resources they need to create positive “change&# in their communities. I understand that many people think “We need schools and money for things in America.&#.

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