This is a great article about the most current changes to social media THIS MONTH! Yes that is how fast these platforms are revising, updating and tailoring the social experience. Check out the changes - I think I am most intrigued by the Twitter Small Business Planner! What's your favorite?
Thursday, December 4, 2014
Thursday, July 31, 2014
Time to turn around
I was inspired today for a blog post. Rushing out of the house this morning I FORGOT my cell phone. Want to take a bet if I turned around? Of course I did. I cannot imagine the day without the connection to my family, friends and work - not mention my post for #TBT. With that inspiration I have the following statistics for you.
"If 25% of people aged 18–44 can’t remember not having their phone with them, there are probably very few times when they’re not connected to the web in some way.
Rethink it: While you can reach people almost anytime, since they have their smartphones with them almost always, this also means you can interrupt pretty much any part of their lives. Don’t forget that having a phone in your pocket all the time isn’t the same as being available all the time."
http://blog.bufferapp.com/10-surprising-social-media-statistics-that-will-make-you-rethink-your-strategy
Friday, June 27, 2014
#Ag Hashtags
Hashtags are all the rage #tweets #raging. While I have been on twitter creeping status I am slowing embracing hashtag use. Facebook, instagram and other social media outlets have integrated the hashtag option as a way to keyword search topic or theme areas. Here are some great resources:
Popular Ag Hashtags - http://www.trufflemedia.com/agmedia/blog/2012/09/27244/quick-twitter-ag-hashtag-list
Are you interested in organizing hashtags and to see what is being said? Websites like tagboard.com allows you to search hashtags and to see what is being said about them over all media resources. #cool #checkitout
Popular Ag Hashtags - http://www.trufflemedia.com/agmedia/blog/2012/09/27244/quick-twitter-ag-hashtag-list
Are you interested in organizing hashtags and to see what is being said? Websites like tagboard.com allows you to search hashtags and to see what is being said about them over all media resources. #cool #checkitout
Monday, March 24, 2014
Rise of the INFOGRAPHICS
How cool are these things? I see them online, in catalogs and on social media. They have gained massive popularity. An Infographic is a graphic designed to visualize content. It adds pictures, graphics and text to show relationships and describe an idea.
But how easy are they to make? You do not need to be a graphic designer to create one. You need an idea and content. There are many easy to use websites with templates that make this very easy to create. Just search "make a free infographic".
Tips for creating an info graphic:
- Simple
- Creative Packing a Punch
- Minimal Text and High Impact
- Easily Sharable
Read more about the tips visit: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jonathan-long/why-your-business-should-_b_4192309.html
Check out the ag census infographics: http://www.agcensus.usda.gov/Partners/Infographics/
But how easy are they to make? You do not need to be a graphic designer to create one. You need an idea and content. There are many easy to use websites with templates that make this very easy to create. Just search "make a free infographic".
Tips for creating an info graphic:
- Simple
- Creative Packing a Punch
- Minimal Text and High Impact
- Easily Sharable
Read more about the tips visit: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jonathan-long/why-your-business-should-_b_4192309.html
Check out the ag census infographics: http://www.agcensus.usda.gov/Partners/Infographics/
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Bitcoins - I don't get it
I have heard a lot about Bitcoins recently and I still don't get it. Bitcoins are digital currency with no physical existence. They only exist as a digital code on the internet. They were created in 2009 but received a spike last year in value from less than $20 in January of 2013 to $266. So what is it? A Bitcoin is a form of money built on the internet and not controlled by any person, group, company or government. The currency can be transferred directly from one entity to another directly with no fees. All reports say that Bitcoins will not be going away and only gain popularity in the marketplace. Definitely something to keep an eye on.
Friday, February 28, 2014
"Boost"
Wonder why you have had more spam on your news feeds? FaceBook "boost" may be to blame. Businesses can now pay to have a posting reach more of an audience. There are no ad tools and owners pay a flat rate depending on how many users they want to reach. It is fairly inexpensive and users have reported good results - mostly additional likes which increases your reach.
Thursday, February 13, 2014
Suffering from DBS
You may feel like this as well. The weather has been cold and wet and the days are short. I have diagnosed myself with DBS - Distracted Blogging Syndrome. Other times of the year I can sit down to the computer and be inspired. Now I stare at the blank page which leads me to this post. I am anxiously waiting for longer days and any sign of spring. I wonder if any of you are feeling the same.
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