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Is Social Media Killing Email

SoCal Tech Calendar

Tuesday, November 15, 2011 -- Is Social Media Killing Email. Youve seen the headlines: 9 Reasons Why Email is Dead. With the seemingly endless reports about the death of email, its no wonder that the commonly-held myth of decreased email usage exists. Only 6aid they were using it less often.

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Effective Email Introductions or Why Blind Intros Suck

InfoChachkie

A well-intentioned colleague introduced me to a stranger via email, without first confirming with me that the intro was welcomed. The Art Of The Email Matchmaking. Screen First – If you believe that an introduction has a low likelihood of netting either party a substantive gain, dissuade the person requesting the introduction.

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Traditional marketing vs. social engagement

Berkonomics

Although there is still a place for display advertising in this new world, increasingly small businesses are discovering that creating buzz and engaging their audiences through social media are more powerful and cost effective. The old “seven impression” model. Using influencers to tap their massive group of followers.

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Turn “broadcast” into “engagement.”

Berkonomics

Although there is still a place for display advertising in this new world, increasingly small businesses are discovering that creating buzz and engaging their audiences through social media are more powerful and cost effective. Create groups in Facebook, followers on Twitter, a comments section on your blog or website, and more.

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10 Qualities That Will Make You Stand Out In Business

Startup Professionals Musings

In her classic book on this subject, “ The Essentials of Fabulous ,” Ellen Lubin-Sherman, who has been tracking fabulous people most of her life as a writer and journalist, tried to net it out. Have a big bandwidth. Can you talk, with equal engagement and respect, to your company’s CFO and the guy who pumps your gas? Be vivid virtually.

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10 Entrepreneur Attributes That Will Make You A Star

Startup Professionals Musings

In her classic book on this subject, “ The Essentials of Fabulous ,” Ellen Lubin-Sherman, who has been tracking fabulous people most of her life as a writer and journalist, tried to net it out. Have a big bandwidth. Can you talk, with equal engagement and respect, to your company’s CFO and the guy who pumps your gas? Be vivid virtually.

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Do’s and Don’ts For Entrepreneur Business Networking

Startup Professionals Musings

If you can meet the SEC “accredited investor” criteria ($1M net worth or $200K annual income), this is a great way to be seen by potential investors as peers before you need money. Don’t do cold calls or email blasts of your resume and business plan to potential investors. Join a local investment group.