You can accurately identify and locate anything when you clearly define it with two parameters: time and place. This is how I have named and easily located my computer files for years, and it is a system that resonates with two trends on the social web: real-time search and geo-location. Having recently acquired my first […]
Archives for August 2010
Merging Your Social Media Communities
August 16, 2010 by Jeff Korhan
One reason associations and other organizations hire speakers and consultants like me is for our unique perspective – one that presumably will help to create new perspectives for their members. An association is a community, just like those that you interact with on the social networks. So, my question is this: Why is it that […]
A Social Networking Theory
August 15, 2010 by Jeff Korhan
Today I attended a local networking event with my son Zak for incoming freshman from the Chicago area attending The Ohio State University this fall. It occurred to me that networking is much more effortless these days, and my theory is we can thank social media for this. Instant Engagement We have been trained […]
How To Add The New Twitter Tweet Button to Your TypePad Blog
August 12, 2010 by Jeff Korhan
You have most likely seen the TweetMeme button on blogs that you have visited. Twitter has now partnered with TweetMeme to create their own button, which you can easily add to your TypePad blog. My suggestion is to give this button a prominant location on your blog, just as I hope you have done with […]
Social Media Is Not A Business Fantasyland
August 11, 2010 by Jeff Korhan
What is true in your life and day-to-day business activities also holds true for your social media environment. Yet, for some reason some people have expectations that border on fantasy, and they encourage you to come along for the ride. There is no question that social media can be a lot of fun. I certainly […]
How Social Media is Revolutionizing the College Textbook Market
August 10, 2010 by Jeff Korhan
In every industry, including the one that your small business inhabits, there are very likely antiquated practices that market forces will eventually address as more information is shared throughout the social Web. The College Textbook Market Considering the college textbook market, I'll admit to having only an average understanding of what it takes to produce […]
Jing is a Powerful Online Visual Communication Tool
August 9, 2010 by Jeff Korhan
If you have wondered how the tech bloggers create high resolution screenshots with descriptive annotations that convey a clear message, than look no further than Jing. What Exactly is Jing? Jing is a FREE software tool that helps you to add visuals to your online conversations – or to enhance your Powerpoint presentations. Just go […]
Getting Started with Social Media – A Small Business Checklist
August 8, 2010 by Jeff Korhan
One thing I've learned from my work with clients and my presentations to thousands of audience members in dozens of industries, is that most small business are just getting started with social media. And their concerns with using it cover a range of challenges, with an equal number of associated emotions. Mostly, they want to […]
Illuminate the Unknown with Social Media
August 5, 2010 by Jeff Korhan
One of the challenges with many buying decisions is the fear of making a poor choice. This was especially true prior to the Internet. However, even today you can search the Web and still not find the honest information you need to make your best decision. This is an opportunity for any small business. […]
Lighten Up Your Social Media Life
August 3, 2010 by Jeff Korhan
There is an emerging trend on the social networks to lighten up or simplify your approach, methods, and even your content. One very plausible reason for this is to be consitent with the times. This economy is teaching us to be efficient. This means developing more sustainable methods in all that you do, including social […]
