This Week in Social Media News Oct 29th

Today publishers are at the crossroads: mobile technologies development have led to important changes in how people read books and magazines, and , as a result, in publishing industry in general. So, publishers are to take into account mobile trends and understand that it is no longer enough to make a pdf version of a book or newspaper…

One of the hardest parts about blogging is staying consistent and pumping out enough content to keep your readers coming back for more. It’s a challenge, not just because of the time necessary to stay consistent and abundant, but also because it’s possible to run out of ideas. Don’t get me wrong – there’s not really such a thing as running out of ideas completely – but we can hit a road block and sometimes we need to get some inspiration…

The 2013 Find&Save Black Friday Shopping Survey shows how, when and why Night Owls and Early Bird shop on Black Friday. While primarily motivated by the sales, Black Friday shoppers are driven by the thrill of the competition to find a good deal and more likely to have a tradition built around Black Friday shopping…

I started my blog way back in 1998, when it was called journaling. I had no idea what to do with it. I started the way lots of people did back then: I wrote about whatever was on my mind, however trivial. Every media software I’ve used since then has been some mix of personal presence building plus an attempt to add some level of value to the larger story…

A few weeks ago, Instagram announced that users would soon start seeing ads in their feeds. This announcement was met with some concern that the platform that’s known for organic content would be flooded with irrelevant, spam-like ads from brands. Instagram is hoping to keep the same natural look but give brands a way to expand their reach and engage with potential customers…

Are you looking to grow your LinkedIn network? Do you want to improve your chances of connecting with people via LinkedIn? In this article, you’ll find six tips for successful networking that will help you avoid common mistakes that can damage your professional reputation on LinkedIn. What’s Different About LinkedIn? Unlike social media platforms such […

Financial institutions face a lot of challenges in today’s marketplace, especially when it comes to social media.
First, there’s the regulatory issues: FINRA requires that firms must collect and store records of all business communication through social networks. This protects investors from inaccurate claims and misleading representations…

Are you tracking your Facebook metrics? Are you wondering what works best on your Facebook page? In this article, you’ll discover how to find and interpret five valuable Facebook metrics that help measure the results of your Facebook marketing. Why Facebook Metrics? The typical Facebook marketer keeps close tabs on two main stats: Post Reach […

Michael is on a train traveling at 120 mph, talking with a reporter on the phone giving an interview, as an unnamed source, on US national security policy. Tom is on the same train, live tweeting Michael’s interview from the seat just in front of Michael. How long will it take for Michael’s interview and identity to go public?read more

What is the current status of Brazil’s Startup scene? Is it still booming, or has it lost its momentum? There are credible people with strong opinions on both sides of the spectrum.