Here is why I hate social media! Social Media can be a very useful tool. It is in fact what I do for a living. I teach people and businesses how to grow their exposure and online presence using social media. We just can't avoid it anymore, and now even as young as our [...]
Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival - Social Media Night! Thank you to Bruce, Virginia, Chef Justin Watson and the Busch Gardens marketing team for putting on another fun social media event for the new Food & Wine Festival! It was just an enjoyable day and evening just walking around sampling everything at the various [...]
WVEC Social Media Saturday on Weekends With Joe and Julie : Twitter and Facebook Tips Twitter : Can I change my twitter name? Should I follow someone who follows me? How do I find people to follow? Facebook : What is the difference between a profile and a page? Can I have more than one [...]
2 FREE mobile apps to help save you money on WVEC Channel 13 with Joe Flanagan and Julie Wilcox for our weekly social media chat - Google Shopper and Keyring. Google Shopper : Nearby offers Scan the covers of products Scan barcodes Search by voice Detailed product information Compare with online pricing Find nearby stores, [...]
This is the craziest thing I have ever heard but I guess it is true... I know that with the growth of social media these days it is harder to control what people say about you online. I went through a divorce recently and it is still difficult, let alone having to worry about what [...]
This year the Superbowl is going to be one of the most social interactive events of the year. There are so many applications now to use on your smartphones and tablets to interact more so it isn't just about the football game. Here is my interview with WVEC Channel 13 LaSalle Blanks yesterday morning on [...]
Social Media is fun...but you can also make a little bit of extra cash. I used to use Foursquare religiously when checking into places. I could easily share with my twitter and facebook friends when I wanted to be found, share tips, photos and connect with new social media folks in my area. [...]
What you need to know about running Facebook Fan Page Promotions, Sweepstakes, and Contests. Just because you see other Facebook Fan Pages running them doesn't mean that it is ok. Always check with Facebook Rules before applying them. Don't forget to subscribe to my blog for more updates and tips! Other How To Videos : [...]
My first visit to Christmas Town at Busch Gardens and I can say it was well worth it! The park was absolutely beautiful and the park was very well decorated. It is a great family event - I brought my 5yr old with me and he LOVED it! -Great Holiday Shows for the entire family [...]
How do you get your new Facebook Email where you can get text, chats and email all in one? Step 1 : Go to www.facebook.com/about/messages Step 2 : Request an invitation Step 3: Wait patiently.... Questions about if you need Facebook Email? Here is their Frequently Asked Questions http://www.facebook.com/help/?topic=new_messages
My good friend @bzibee told me about this one. I use Foursquare alot to check-in when I go places and it is fun to see where everyone is at. But I think this one takes social stalking to a whole new level. But maybe in a good way. It literally tracks your travel route by [...]
There is a buzz going around Hampton Roads... are you in?? Where : Cavalier Golf & Yacht Club When : September 18, 2009 Why : Come learn the right way to achieve success with your business from many of the experts that live in social media today at this how-to event. If you haven't heard [...]
The buzz has started here in the Hampton Roads area if you haven't heard already. Coming September 18, 2009 is New Media Conventions where we are gathering the decision makers and marketing people of the area businesses to learn about the different ways social media can increase and assist your business. We are having at [...]
Social Media Will Change Your Business! What is social media? How can I generate leads with social media? This month's speaker is one you will not want to miss! Keith Parnell is the Founder and CEO of JASE Group, a full-service advertising, marketing and information technology agency specializing in social media, branding, advertising, marketing and [...]
I recently started a new meetup in my area called The Hampton Roads Internet Marketing and Technology Group and we had our 2nd meetup last week. Getting Started With Search Engine Marketing And Optimization It was a Huge Success thanks to many people who contributed in various forms that I wanted to make sure I [...]