Social Media

TM isn’t just knowledgeable about B2B internet marketing and corporate website design. We’re also here to provide our readers with all the latest news, advancements and happenings surrounding the social media industry. Our topics will cover all facets of social media, while focusing on how this growing media is shaping the digital and real world.

Before You Write Your First Blog Post, Consider These Factors

by TM Staff on 08/20/2012

Starting a blog is easy, but getting to it flourish takes a lot of work. Here are some simple tips and suggestions to get your blog rolling the right way.

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Could App.net Woo Users Away from Twitter?

by Michael L. Hoffman on 08/13/2012

After raising more than $500,000, App.net could be a cause for concern for Twitter. The new microblogging service wants to offer an ad-free network like Twitter used to be. There’s a catch, though. Users have to pay to use it.

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How to Write a Facebook Post with a Great Call to Action

by Michael L. Hoffman on 08/06/2012

Are your Facebook statuses falling by the wayside? You might want to consider adding a call to action to your Facebook posts. Here are our suggestions!

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Twitter Flutters, Goes Down Again

by Michael L. Hoffman on 07/26/2012

Twitter is currently experiencing another long-term outage just weeks after suffering its first major outage. According to the micro-blogging site, they are working to “resolve the issue.”

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Would You do Your Banking Through Facebook?

by eric on 07/13/2012

Do you think it’s a good idea for Facebook users to be able to do their banking via the social network? It will soon be possible in Australia.

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Twitter Nails Personalized Search with Search Overhaul

by Michael L. Hoffman on 07/09/2012

Twitter has completely revamped its search function on its website. The microblogging site has added autocomplete, related searches and much more.

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Why Google+ is not a Social Network

by Michael L. Hoffman on 05/21/2012

Is Google+ really a social network? Not according to Google+ head Vic Gundotra. He said it’s more of a social layer and the future of Google.

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Social Networks will be ‘Wiretap-Ready’ if FBI Gets its Way

by Michael L. Hoffman on 05/07/2012

The FBI is quietly pushing for an amendment to the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act of 1994 that would make social networks and other online services “wiretap-ready.” What do you think?

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Mind Your Facebook, 37% of Employers are Watching

by Michael L. Hoffman on 04/18/2012

If you’re currently looking for a new job you might want to take a look at your Facebook profile. According to a CareerBuilder survey, 37 percent of all employers are checking your Facebook before making a hiring decision.

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Google+ Needs 3 Things to be the Best Social Network

by Michael L. Hoffman on 04/13/2012

Do you use Google+? Chances are you don’t, and I understand why. It lacks some fundamental features other social networks have. Here’s how I think Google+ can get to the top.

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