By Carol Fowler As one who has studied social media for several years now, I have a few opinions about Twitter that I’d like to share with the many fans of Ron’s blog, especially students. 1. Twitter matters. Now more than ever. Where did I turn for the very latest information about the horrific attack…… Continue reading Twitter Matters. Now More Than Ever.
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Overwhelmed by Social Media? Stick to Top 3
Q. I heard you speak recently and you said most Millennials aren’t effectively engaging in social media. I try everything digital, but frankly find doing so is overwhelming and not necessarily helpful in advancing my future job prospects. Isn’t it a better idea to focus on my classes and see where this all shakes out…… Continue reading Overwhelmed by Social Media? Stick to Top 3
New PR Pros Cite First Year Experiences, Tips
During the final PRSA chat of 2015, new PR pros weighed in with insights and advice based on their first year on the job. Former PRSSA chair Heather Harder, now in her first year as a professional, and I co-hosted #PRSAchat with some 50 participants. The discussion ranged from what they wish they had learned…… Continue reading New PR Pros Cite First Year Experiences, Tips
Focus on the Big 3 of Social Media
Millennials get credit for being the most digitally literate generation, but only a small percentage actually actively engage in social media. So, during lectures at Brigham Young University last week, I urged all PR students to ramp up their engagement in social media. Social media options are overwhelming, which perhaps explains the reluctance of some to venture…… Continue reading Focus on the Big 3 of Social Media
New Facebook Page: Hope You LIKE It
When talking with people about my blog, I’m generally asked how often I post and on what days. While the goal is to post on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, my work routine sometimes poses challenges to that schedule so I miss a day from time to time. However, you almost always can count on a new post appearing every…… Continue reading New Facebook Page: Hope You LIKE It
5 Tips for Using Social Media to Find a Job
Social media is no longer just a way to stay in touch with your friends and family. In today’s world, many people are using social media as a tool to help land a job. If you’re in the market for a new job like many other people out there, using social media tools can help…… Continue reading 5 Tips for Using Social Media to Find a Job
5 LinkedIn Job Search ‘Rules’
An executive recruiter told me last week that his initial information source about potential job candidates is shifting from word-of-mouth references to social media–specifically LinkedIn. An increasing number of companies are enlisting social media to identify and recruit prospective employees. Even staid Sears announced recently that it is using Twitter to recruit 7,000 employees. Giant consulting…… Continue reading 5 LinkedIn Job Search ‘Rules’
Students Show Power of Twitter Meeting Coverage
I’ve spoken at a few PRSSA National Conferences in the past dozen years, but yesterday’s meeting in San Diego totally surprised me. Colleague Kevin Saghy and I had just started speaking when my Blackberry began vibrating with “tweets” — from many of the 400+ audience members. If I had the time to read the comments as…… Continue reading Students Show Power of Twitter Meeting Coverage
Setting Twitter and Facebook Focus
It was a tough call, but I blocked God from following me on Twitter yesterday. Over the past few weeks, I have talked with more than a dozen people who are reluctant to engage in social media. Most have Twitter and Facebook accounts, but they don’t want to engage. They cite the number of “Friend” requests…… Continue reading Setting Twitter and Facebook Focus