It's a Social Media World

A Discussion on Digital Media & Communication Trends

Biz Beware of the Google Plus Bandwagon

As a marketer Google+ was an interesting unknown quantity. As soon as I could, I signed up to check out the “social network destined to topple Facebook.” After looking around … Continue reading

July 26, 2011 · 2 Comments

Is Social Media Creating A New Category of Communication? YES!

There are many forms of relational communication: interpersonal, romantic, friendship…. However, as social media tools evolve they are creating a new form of relational communication because they increase our ability … Continue reading

June 27, 2011 · 4 Comments

The Endangered Web – The Rise & Possible Demise of the Common Voice

Some of you may have heard of @baskers. She is a public civil servant in Scotland who was brutally attacked in the media because she happened to personally use Twitter. … Continue reading

June 16, 2011 · 4 Comments

The Nestle Debacle – Why Harrasing Your Facebook Fans Is Not A Good Social Media Strategy

In March of 2010 Nestle made some egregious errors regarding their social media strategy. These errors resulted in alienation of consumers, boycotts of their products and an escalated public relations … Continue reading

July 6, 2010 · 2 Comments

How the 4 P’s Apply in a Digital Media Age

When marketing colleagues get together the topic inevitably turns to digital media and social networking. Normally, these conversations discuss the basics. What sites marketers feel like they should be trying. … Continue reading

November 13, 2009 · Leave a comment