Please Take Accountability For Your Social Media Experience
Maybe it’s a coincidence, maybe it’s a trend, but I’ve noticed a few posts lately with a theme of how social media is becoming a mind-mucked echo chamber of mind-numbing sameness. If you’re in this camp, I’d like to give you a figurative kick in your sweet patootie. This attitude seems incredibly WHINY to me. […]
Weekend Warrior: Twitter Links and Google Social
Web professionals either love or ignore Twitter. The microblogging/communication/news platform continues to grow – however slowly and in whatever direction. But many still struggle with how to actually leverage the opportunity it presents to build links, which is the core element of any successful SEO campaign. Now you don’t have a… [[ This is a […]
The Social Web’s Say on the State of the Union [STATS]
Before, during and after U.S. President Barack Obama‘s 2011 State of the Union address last night, the social web was abuzz with political…
BazaarVoice Big with Big Brands
Social commerce solution BazaarVoice announced today that more than 1,000 brands (including Best Buy, Costco, Dell, Macy's, P&G, Panasonic, QVC, and others) now use its services. “Over the past five years, the social web has shifted power…(read more) [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! […]
Prince William & Kate Middleton’s Engagement: The Social Web Reacts
The UK’s Prince William and Kate Middleton officially announced their engagement today, dashing the hopes of many 20-something would-be princesses around the world. Curious as to how the social web was reacting to the engagement, we turned to social media…
5 Captivating Personalities From Across the Social Web [Mashable Awards]
As part of the ongoing Mashable Awards, we’re taking a closer look at each of the nomination categories. This is “Must-Follow Personality.” Be sure to nominate your favorites and join us for the Gala in Las Vegas! Sponsorships are available.…
26 Essential Social Media Resources You May Have Missed
The week gone by was loaded with essential reading, especially in the tech department. We know you’re busy, and digging through that RSS reader for all the good stuff you missed is a chore. That’s why we’ve once again gathered the Crème de la Crème in our weekly super-post. Take a weekend stroll through this […]
Social Media Analytics Provider Klout Raises $1.5M in Funding
Klout, a social media analytics company, has raised $1.5 million in Series A funding. Investors include ff Asset Management, Bobby Yazdani of Saba, Allen Morgan of Mayfield Fund, Nova Spivack of Lucid Ventures, Zelkova Ventures, Grape Arbor VC, Paige Craig, Tom McInerney, Michael Yavonditte of Quigo Technologies and Ofer Ronan. Klout launched in 2008 and […]
Nobody Can Stop Facebook Because Nobody Understands Facebook
Can companies turn confusion into a competitive advantage? It occurred to me when attempting to explain Facebook’s Open Graph this week that the social web has become increasingly complex — relating the full implications to a broad audience is a Herculean feat. How do you explain the Open Graph to the average user so he […]
20 Essential Social Media Resources You May Have Missed
Big changes in the social media landscape this week mean there’s a lot to discuss. These posts highlight all the latest and greatest tools, tips, trends, and strategies for navigating the ever-changing social waters. Included in this week’s edition is some cautionary advice about Facebook and dating, some great mobile app lists for spring, and […]
5 Essential Apps for Your Business’s Facebook Fan Page
This post originally appeared on the American Express OPEN Forum, where Mashable regularly contributes articles about leveraging social media and technology in small business. If you’ve already searched for some Fan Page inspiration and undertaken the task of building a custom landing page for your business’s Facebook presence, you may now be in the market […]
“Baby Killer” Becomes Healthcare Vote’s “You Lie” [VIDEO]
On Sunday night, the House of Representatives passed a $875 billion healthcare bill with a vote of 219-212. While discussion of the news is currently dominating the social web, a specific moment from the proceedings is also getting attention – a member of the House yelling out “baby killer” as Rep. Bart Stupak was speaking. […]
11 Essential Social Media Resources You May Have Missed
We know you’re busy. Even with every social media, web, and RSS tool at your disposal, you can occasionally miss out on some of the week’s most insightful content. Never fear. We’ve taken a moment to round up the best Mashable resources from this past week and present them here for your weekend enjoyment. From […]
Why Sex-Ed Remains a Challenge for Social Media
Geoff Livingston co-founded Zoetica to focus on cause-related work, and released an award-winning book on new media Now is Gone in 2007. Addressing the very private nature of intimacy remains the most difficult aspect of sex-ed on the social web. While “Public Health 2.0″ is a top priority for related causes and organizations, it can […]