Monday, September 17, 2007

Interacting With Society

Talk The Talk

I love communicating with people, this is what excites me about social media. While blogs are great interactive communication tools, they're not as immediate as micro-blogs or social networks like Twitter or Jaiku to name a few. Just like blogs, you have the people who just talk about their personal life. (hey, it's better than most TV) Then there's the self-absorbed, self-serving narcissist. This can get annoying real fast. I don't mind people selling themselves a little, but when they become too self-absorbed, I move on. It reminds me of the lamestream media. Everyone that's on a show has something to sell. Who's in a movie, who has a book. That' not communication. Talk shows have become nothing more than QVC with a better set and with celebrities. Don't get me started with celebrities, I'll leave that for another time. Last, but certainly not least, you have the real communicators. These are people that will make you laugh one minute and think the next.

To Block Or Not To Block?

I find it enjoyable to have different opinions streaming in on a regular basis. It makes for a fun day. I've always been outspoken. Some people are threatened by that. I come from a family that speaks their mind. All topics are game. No matter how heated they get, when it's over, it's over.

I didn't have the option of blocking someone if I didn't like that person's opinion. Unless you count covering your ears. That's one thing I don't like on Twitter. What's the sense of having a block button on a "Social Media" site? I think if there is a real issue between two parties, let the administrator of the Network handle it.I hope these networks will facilitate better conflict resolution between people, but if it's so easy to press a button and block someone, how does that make communication better?

Friend Of A Friend

I believe in quality over quantity, in my off-line life and my on-line life. I don't need 5,000 so-called friends on Twitter, just good ones. So far, I'm following and being followed by interesting people. I like people with strong viewpoints. Call it birds-of-a-feather, but that's what I like and look for in friends. Loyalty is also a big factor in friendships. A friend is someone you can always rely on. Good times & bad, friends stick together. I might not interact as often as others on Twitter, but I'm always reading what's going on. If something piques my interest, I'll definitely jump in. That's another great aspect of Social Media. You can jump into a conversation without interrupting the flow of the conversation. You might get a response, you might not, but you can at least voice your opinion. This gets people thinking. Even if they don't respond, it will activate deeper thought. There isn't any room for pretentious people who brag about $400 bottles of wine, or how much they earn, or how big their house is. You will get slammed faster than OJ in prison. ( I couldn't help that one) I'll leave with these two questions to think about:

  1. Will society be any better off with these social networking sites?
  2. How will you benefit from these sites?

7 comments:

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pslvseo a9 said...

Live streaming is the latest fad on social media so make sure to get live with your audience from time to time.
Live streaming would give you a more intimate space with your viewers and encourage them to interact with you more often. It would allow more personal interaction with your audience in real time.
You can also share your live videos later, so that those who have missed out the live streaming can view them again. A tour of your business, a demonstration of your products or an interview with the creators are some of the possible content which can be created with a live video.
Make sure to make the most out of the apps which allows you to go live directly from the blog.

byodbuzz03 said...

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Live streaming would give you a more intimate space with your viewers and encourage them to interact with you more often. It would allow more personal interaction with your audience in real time.
You can also share your live videos later, so that those who have missed out the live streaming can view them again. A tour of your business, a demonstration of your products or an interview with the creators are some of the possible content which can be created with a live video.
Make sure to make the most out of the apps which allows you to go live directly from the blog.

byodbuzz03 said...

Live streaming is the latest fad on social media so make sure to get live with your audience from time to time.
Live streaming would give you a more intimate space with your viewers and encourage them to interact with you more often. It would allow more personal interaction with your audience in real time.
You can also share your live videos later, so that those who have missed out the live streaming can view them again. A tour of your business, a demonstration of your products or an interview with the creators are some of the possible content which can be created with a live video.
Make sure to make the most out of the apps which allows you to go live directly from the blog.

pslvseo a9 said...

Live streaming is the latest fad on social media so make sure to get live with your audience from time to time.
Live streaming would give you a more intimate space with your viewers and encourage them to interact with you more often. It would allow more personal interaction with your audience in real time.
You can also share your live videos later, so that those who have missed out the live streaming can view them again. A tour of your business, a demonstration of your products or an interview with the creators are some of the possible content which can be created with a live video.
Make sure to make the most out of the apps which allows you to go live directly from the blog.

pslvseo a9 said...

Live streaming is the latest fad on social media so make sure to get live with your audience from time to time.
Live streaming would give you a more intimate space with your viewers and encourage them to interact with you more often. It would allow more personal interaction with your audience in real time.
You can also share your live videos later, so that those who have missed out the live streaming can view them again. A tour of your business, a demonstration of your products or an interview with the creators are some of the possible content which can be created with a live video.
Make sure to make the most out of the apps which allows you to go live directly from the blog.

pslv seoa10 said...

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Live streaming would give you a more intimate space with your viewers and encourage them to interact with you more often. It would allow more personal interaction with your audience in real time.
You can also share your live videos later, so that those who have missed out the live streaming can view them again. A tour of your business, a demonstration of your products or an interview with the creators are some of the possible content which can be created with a live video.
Make sure to make the most out of the apps which allows you to go live directly from the blog.