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Using Twitter in Schools
Recently, I've been involved in a really interesting project developing a course to Introduce Twitter to schools. Some schools may want to use Twitter as a marketing tool in a similar way to any other business, as part of their marketing mix....
Use Social Media to Advertise Your Events
I was asked recently for a complete list of places where up and coming events should be listed. This is particularly relevant for me since I am running a number of workshops over the next month or so. Based on the saying that you have to tell...
iPhone 4 – The Next Stage
So my mobile number was transferred on Friday afternoon. I had to turn the iPhone on and off to get the number working which wasn't totally obvious, but all is fine now. Applications downloaded so far include Social Media applications - HootSuite...
iPhone4 – The Start
I've been out today and treated myself to an iphone4. I thought I would like it - but I'm actually really impressed! Why an iphone4 and why now? Since the beginning of the year, I thought I should get a 'smart phone' to improve the way that I use...
Why are you using LinkedIn?
LinkedIn is a great professional networking tool that can be used for a variety of reasons: 1. Be Found. Fill in the details of your profile so that when people search on LinkedIn for what you do, you appear. Make sure your company also has a...
HD Video Camera
I have recently bought a Kodak Zi8 camera. This is an HD video camera about the size of a phone. The Kodak Zi8 has a built in microphone but unlike many of its competitors, it also has a jack for an external microphone so you can get a better...
Why use Twitter for Business?
"I don't have time for Twitter" is the phrase I often hear when presenting Social Media for business. Twitter need not take up any more time than face to face networking if you understand why you are using it, who you what to talk to and what is...
What is your headline on LinkedIn?
I've been doing a fair bit of LinkedIn training recently. As you probably know, it is really important that you have a strong profile on LinkedIn. This ensures that you can be found via the LinkedIn search and ensures that you give the correct...
Connect your Social Media
I often talk to businesses about what they are worried about when they are thinking about using social media to market their business and promote their brand. Almost without exception, the main concerns are the amount of time and resources that SM...