Justin Levy

JUNE 5, 2011

Now that Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Flickr are out ahead as the major social networks, it becomes harder to debate social platforms, though it definitely still occurs, especially with location-based platforms. One area that has never ceased to die down and has continued to be hotly debated is blogging platforms.

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Justin Levy

JUNE 5, 2011

Now that Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Flickr are out ahead as the major social networks, it becomes harder to debate social platforms, though it definitely still occurs, especially with location-based platforms. One area that has never ceased to die down and has continued to be hotly debated is blogging platforms.

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Justin Levy

JUNE 5, 2011

Now that Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Flickr are out ahead as the major social networks, it becomes harder to debate social platforms, though it definitely still occurs, especially with location-based platforms. One area that has never ceased to die down and has continued to be hotly debated is blogging platforms.

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ProBlogger

MARCH 24, 2022

The post 7 Strategies for Growing Community on Your Blog appeared first on ProBlogger. Recently on ProBlogger we’ve been looking at the topic of building community on a blog. We started by identifying 9 benefits and 3 costs of community on a blog and then looked at 5 stages of building community on a blog.

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ProBlogger

MARCH 24, 2022

The post 7 Strategies for Growing Community on Your Blog appeared first on ProBlogger. Recently on ProBlogger we’ve been looking at the topic of building community on a blog. We started by identifying 9 benefits and 3 costs of community on a blog and then looked at 5 stages of building community on a blog.

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Social Media Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2012

It's not too long ago (okay, in social media terms, it was eons ago) that Flickr was one of the major social networks. But the rise of Instagram as a deft and light app that allowed seamless integration into sites like Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and more made some wonder if there was a future for Flickr. So what happened? Remember that.

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Almost Savvy

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

Here Comes Google Buzz Posted by Irene Koehler in Facebook , Networking , Social Media , Twitter on February 9, 2010 | one response Are you ready for a new social platform? As of now, it will integrate will services including Flickr, Picasa, YouTube, and Google Reader. One Response to “Ready for Yet Another Social Platform?

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Webbiquity SMM

JANUARY 24, 2019

Studies show that users on platforms like Twitter and Pinterest maximize their engagement when brands post as many as 15 tweets or 11 pins per day. In addition, brands often spread efforts across multiple platforms for each of their campaigns. Social media platforms and practices evolve constantly. First things first.

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Waxing UnLyrical

SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

Image: SalFalko via Flickr, CC 2.0. Look for online communities of bloggers and contribute to their conversations to begin building contacts in your focus area. Twitter is a great platform to find and connect with gatekeepers. Do you have a great community building strategy? Please share in the comments below!

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Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 3, 2014

Image: Aidan Jones via Flickr, CC 2.0. Ken Mueller reminds us why the same rules that apply IRL community interactions should apply online. Kenna Griffin provides an analogy for your behavior in social media platforms. Despite coming close to breaking my arm last week, I had an amazing time at xPotomac on Friday.

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Waxing UnLyrical

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

But to the world at large, it’s not just about Facebook (or the related movie), but a community that has been built over the years around a common interest or topic. So I’m using this post to showcase such a community that has been actively working around sustainability. Readers: what you think about this community?

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SocMed Sean

MARCH 11, 2012

'Angry bird puts a lid on it' courtesy of etee on Flickr via Creative Commons license If you’re engaged in social media for either personal or professional purposes (and if you’re reading this, I’m betting you are), there’s an important skillset and rule that you might want to think about: The art of not replying.

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ProBlogger

MAY 15, 2014

Image via Flickr user Steve.Garner32. There are many online communities available for your readers to reach out to, on all manner of topics – so how can you fill a need that isn’t already being taken care of out there? Social Media Platforms. Creating a Virtual Community to Build a Better Blog.

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Idaconcpts

FEBRUARY 15, 2013

It’s one of the top event apps that provide a platform for businesses to interact with their customers. The app allows for two-way scheduling, allowing companies to communicate with their customers by presenting them interactive content from any remote location. Instagram is available on iOS, Android and other platforms.

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Harp Interactive

OCTOBER 9, 2009

Build community platforms around real communities of shared interest. Experiment with Flickr and/or YouTube groups to build media for specific events. Marvel Comics raised my impression of this with their Hulk statue Flickr group). Consider the value of hiring a community manager. Improve customer retention?

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 13, 2011

If you don’t know him, Rob is the founder of this platform that makes it easy for nonprofit organizations to embark on fundraising activities even if they don’t have much technical knowhow (w00t!). And tell your story so well that your community will go out and tell it for you. Image: ckmck via Flickr, CC 2.0.

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Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 25, 2012

Image: NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center via Flickr, CC 2.0. Specifically, I’m the community manager for @WashULaw , an online Master of Law program in U.S. We all know that social media platforms are used for different purposes: MySpace (did you see how it’s been revamped?) to get it. Flying blind. Intimidating?

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Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 24, 2013

Image: The IBM Curiosity Shop via Flickr, CC 2.0. Waze is the community-driven app that learns from users’ driving mannerisms to provide routing and real-time traffic updates. This year, PR professionals need to learn how to harness the power of big data to listen and engage, or face being left behind. Take Waze for example.

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ProBlogger

MARCH 27, 2013

This week on ProBlogger we’ve been looking at the topic of building community on a blog. We started by identifying 9 benefits and 3 costs of community on a blog and then looked at 5 stages of building community on a blog. Today I want to dig deeper into some specific things to DO to build community on your blog.

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Harp Interactive

FEBRUARY 23, 2010

Below are a few platforms that support geolocation tagging (geotagging) that you may want to consider utilizing: Twitter geolocation for tweets coupled with local trends from Twitter can give you insights and exposure to your local audience. Flickr and Panoramio geotag and display these images in a mapping context. Your turn to act.

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Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 29, 2013

As I said in my post, With the advent of social media and digital platforms, I’ve seen far too many practitioners—and, frankly, companies too, some of them quite large ones—get extremely excited over the SNTs (shiny new toys). Image: Christopher Neugebauer via Flickr, CC 2.0. And don’t forget to let me know what you think!

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Mindjumpers

NOVEMBER 18, 2010

Whereas the first demonstrated how a small cupcake business has embraced social media in terms of marketing, this post will concentrate on how a major charity organisation uses the various platforms to raise funds. Presenting Oxfam. Oxfam was founded in 1995 and is today the most recognised charity in the U.K. The results.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 15, 2013

But when working on your social media policy, or crisis communications plan, getting buy-in from the legal department at the start is a much smarter way to go. In PR : Work as a community manager, or have a component of community management as part of your responsibilities? Image: MoeplesMagazine via Flickr, CC 2.0.

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Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 15, 2013

Image: bobfranklin via Flickr, CC 2.0. That we should be exploring ways in which to improve our online communications. Yes, you need to maintain an ongoing dialog with your public, and social media communication, as one example, is a way to accomplish that. Hope to see you there!].

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Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 28, 2011

But it’s also my prerogative to use social media the way I see fit, to test new platforms as I figure out how they can work for me, my clients, and for the bulk of people I’m connected to, unless I see a sensible reason not to. Which is the collective voice of my community, not just one or two people.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 21, 2013

Image: TheNextWeb via Flickr, CC 2.0. The point is to go beyond that, so that you can really start to use a platform that has truly revolutionized how we communicate, and that is still pretty simple to use, to make better, and mutually beneficial, connections with people for better business results. Based in the Washington, D.C.,

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Social Media Marketing

MAY 8, 2013

Salesforce has unveiled a Communities solution for the enterprise , which leverages its Chatter platform and other products to create portals that will allow external conversations to be brought into the company more seamlessly. Being a community manager is more than just posting to social networks on behalf of brands.

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The Realtime Report

APRIL 16, 2014

The challenges each site faced were essentially different; Mark Zuckerberg and Facebook were out to show that his “social network” was more than just an experiment; meanwhile, Twitter was looking to prove that it could be a platform more meaningful than trending topics and celebrity gossip. Image via Flickr. A win-win situation, right?

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Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 10, 2011

The fact remains, whether new media or old, you must learn and know how to write content that connects with your communities. Community management: Community management has come to the fore as a unique role and discipline in itself. Image: velkr0 via Flickr, CC 2.0. For more on content rules, check out this great book.).

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Twist Image

SEPTEMBER 23, 2011

If you don't identify that these individuals are tied to you in the physical realm, it's hard for platforms like Facebook and Google to know the difference between a spouse and a friend or your child and a friend. This same person has been publishing pictures of their young family to Facebook and Flickr forever, for all to see.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 15, 2012

In a paradoxically fragmented yet increasingly connected media and communication sphere, this includes a suite of ever-growing communication platforms and technologies, and a new range of influencers and communities that are not only versed in these fields, but connected more than ever before.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 26, 2015

Image: infradept via Flickr, CC 2.0. Why: “ Gartner analyst Jennifer Polk said that 2015 will be a year for optimization – brands spending less time investing in new platforms or developing content, and more time looking at metrics to sort out what’s working and what’s not.” You’re welcome.

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Ari Herzog

DECEMBER 28, 2012

As I seek out more teaching , community management, and consulting opportunities, LinkedIn is where I will share my thought leadership and build relationships with colleagues and peers. I continue to use Foursquare, Instagram, Pinterest, Flickr, Yelp, and other platforms. Twitter in 2013. Concluding Thoughts.

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SocMed Sean

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

In these areas, Google does a great job understanding the needs of their community and delivering services that meet those needs. Google+ has to figure out a way to attract women to their platform, and cute Muppet commercials aren’t the answer. And, of course, I use Google as my search engine of choice. But social networks?

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Waxing UnLyrical

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

Additionally, “over half of respondents (52%) feel that the benefits of using social media as a crisis communications tool outweigh the risks” (page 4). However, with each emerging platform and tool that enters the workplace or discussion in the social media community, the shadow of potential dark uses and features arises as well.

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Webbiquity SMM

OCTOBER 13, 2015

Brands know they can’t ignore these platforms (which is why 95% of B2B marketers have created corporate social media accounts) and the successful companies have figured out a way to effectively engage and build strong relationships with their customers. Image credit: Flickr. What is missing from the world around them?

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 10, 2016

Photo of Leslie Hall: Luke Walker via Flickr, CC BY-SA 2.0. “Doing” Snapchat or any other platform. We have some really fun platforms and tactics around, and we should absolutely learn how to use them. We have some really fun platforms and tactics around, and we should absolutely learn how to use them.

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