Almost Savvy

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

As the number of multi-generational families using online social networks increases daily, so does the number of “Oh no, she didn’t!&# Let’s take a peek at three humorous looks at how social media is, or might be, used to connect with our beloved family members. Ready for Yet Another Social Platform?

Social Networking 191

Social Networking Astroturfing Lijit LinkedIn 191

Direct Marketing Observations

OCTOBER 15, 2010

Think of Wal Mart or Astroturfing. 4) Social data will determine your next move in your future business engagements, don’t ignore it- Social data will be driving consumer engagement. Companies are mining the social web to build dossiers on you. Create your social media worst case scenario plan, don’t wait.

Astroturfing 204

Astroturfing UGC Tips Mobile 204

Socialized

NOVEMBER 26, 2009

Location-Based Applications Will Dissolve Into General Social Networks. Location-based applications like Foursquare and Brightkite will not be the darlings of social media as some predict, but will instead turn into features and dissolve into general social networks like Facebook and Twitter.

SocialText 250

SocialText Social Media Web 2.0 Astroturfing 250

Bare Feet Studios

JULY 8, 2009

When you are conversing on social networks, how, what, and when do you disclose your business relationship? The FTC is looking into the practice as well, as I blogged about here and here. Character Blogs or Personas - these are blogs that are written by an alias or an obvious person who is not real.

Social Media 80

Social Media Astroturfing Wikipedia Upcoming 80