Social networking is changing the way we find and meet people, and the way we develop relationships.
Today many employers are concerned about employees wasting time, sharing confidential information or say something stupid that will damage their name or brand. Yes the potential is there, however policies and procedures for employees to follow will dramatically reduce or eliminate the problem. When the telephone was first introduced or when email for the masses came along I am sure that the same things were being said and worried over.
Who uses social networtking? The Director of Online Marketing at Tealeaf; Regional Sales Manager at ConnectandSell and 1000’s of others who realize the importance of having that approachable on-line presence.
According to a Gigya report titled “Social Is the Next Search”…
- About 20% of online users have started using content within social networks (also known as social feeds) as a key navigational tool.
- In today’s cut throat competition among businesses in every industry, consumers are simply given limitless options in the form of advertisements, messages and enormous data available on the World Wide Web.
- With social networking sites, consumers can take their friends wherever they go online.
Small business owners have an advantage when it comes to social networking. Big companies such as those mentioned above must provide effective policies, timely planning and disciplined implementation, these all take time. Home based business owners can simply jump right in, because in most cases there are only one or two people involved.
Social media is really picking up speed, more and more are realizing the benefits of connecting and interacting with customers and potential customers. You hear many stories today about CEO’s and the like having their own presence on-line, learning valuable information about their companies from none other than their Customers!
Are you ready to get started with little or no budget and reap the benefits?
Please check our Social Media Pricing, Reputation Management Pricing andSocial Media A La Carte Pricing to choose the right social media strategy for your profile or business.