Ah, and here we are again: people complaining about how Facebook has changed its layout yet again. Think about it: did you end your account last time? No. You probably used it more. As for the suggestion that FB wants to be the ‘new’ Twitter, its impossible. People who Twitter do not equal those who …
Category Archives: Social Networks
I Disagree and You Should Too
With all of the recent Tweets regarding who to follow, how to follow and why to follow its made me think a lot about what Twitter means to me. There have also been just as many, if not more, posts about Facebook: what content to feed to your wall, privacy settings for business contacts, etc. …
Twitter/Facebook Privacy and Multiple Personality Disorder
I’ve noticed lately that several people in my life have multiple personality disorders: two or more Facebook profiles. When I ask them why they do this, it’s always because they want to be friends with people, but not allow them to see certain things on in their profile. I then walk them through my post …
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When You Exist Primarily Digitally, What Happens IRL?
I’ve noticed lately that I’ve become somewhat of a hermit in the eyes of my non-digital friends. My ‘in real life’ (IRL) peeps. I wonder if this is detrimental or if its only made to feel that way by those who just dont get the benefit of virtual friendships. Dont get me wrong: I’m by …
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Potential College Students: Protect Your Privacy on Facebook
My latest post is a guest post on how college bound students can protect their privacy on Facebook. Check it out here!
Facebook Class of 2013: Phony Groups
I know I’m preaching to the choir here, since a majority of my readers are involved in the infamous ‘Facebookgate’ but here’s a few blog posts to catch you up on the dealings: The initiator and champion @bradjward: Squared Peg Post. Labeling of ‘Facebookgate’ @andrewcareaga: Higher Ed Marketing Post. My Two Cents: At first glance …
Top 5 Reasons I Use Twitter
It seems that I get asked ‘Jess, why do you use Twitter?’ on a daily basis lately. It made me think about why – is it just for fun? Informational? Here are my top five reasons why in no particular order. 1. Its Fun: Yes, its obvious. If you’re spending most of your day checking …
How Much Do We Know That We Don’t Know?
I recently read a post by Chris Brogan discussing the idea that search is social. After initial brain digestion, I began to apply it to my new position to see what I could uncover. I’m realizing that there is much to be learned regarding our customers and how they access information, but also, what they …
Under Burress: Three Ways to Not Pull a Plaxico.
By now, unless you were under a rock this weekend, you’ve heard about Plaxico Burress of the New York Giants accidentally shooting himself. As an avid NYG fan, this is not shocking news, but got me thinking about all of the incidents and absurdities we’ve had to deal with involving Burress. For all his work …
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Integrated Social Media: Good Enough for President Elect, Good Enough for Your University
You’ve been trying to convince the powers that be that, at bare minimum, your college site needs RSS feeds. Perhaps you’re institution is considering using YouTube but is still on the fence. Asking for comments seems like a good idea, but what if those comments are bad? What do you do then? Well, if these all seem …
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