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Video Killed the Social Media Star

Video Killed the Social Media Star

In this case, we can pinpoint the exact video that did it, too. WARNING: If you can stomach this until the 3:24 mark, things are about to get much worse. Wow.  

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From 17 Visits to 32,226 in 24 Hours

From 17 Visits to 32,226 in 24 Hours

I was always taught to play it cool when something great happened. When wide receivers dance in the end zone, I still scowl “C’mon, act like you’ve done it before!” at the TV like an old, grumpy man. However, last Thursday, I had a post…

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LinkedIn: The Creepiest Social Network

LinkedIn: The Creepiest Social Network

This is a post I’ve been wanting to write for a while. In fact, it stems from something I noticed way back in August of last year. After digging for answers and even a couple attempts at contacting their customer support, I’ve concluded that LinkedIn…

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Where Is All This Bad Information Coming From?

Where Is All This Bad Information Coming From?

Last fall, I had the pleasure of speaking at an industry conference full of passionate, like-minded people. I can honestly say it was a wonderful experience. Before I gave my presentation, no one at the event knew who I was. Between sessions, I was approached…

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Beware of Facebook “Like Bait” Ads

Beware of Facebook “Like Bait” Ads

(Note: Some folks in the industry frown on “outing” other companies for using black hat tactics. However, I find these practices deceitful, dishonest and lazy. Quite frankly, I think we are too easy on spammers, and the web won’t get any better that way). Social networks…

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Just How Smart Is Facebook’s Monetization Strategy?

Just How Smart Is Facebook’s Monetization Strategy?

What’s that, you ask? Oh, just a magnetic poetry kit for cat lovers and a kitten turn table scratch toy. In case you’re looking to snag a couple up, these gems were found within Facebook’s gift shop. Now, in case you haven’t noticed, Facebook needs…

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