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Social Media for Business & ProfessionalsChicago Computer SocietyJune 29, 2011
What is social media?
Or, is it…
Your way to connect with your customers
Their way to connect with you
Is it…
What is the social web?
Every 60 seconds
Source: Media Bistro http://www.mediabistro.com/alltwitter/files/2011/06/internet-60-seconds-infographic.jpg
Why does my business need Social Media?
WOMM CycleYou give clients something to
talk about
They tell their friends
Who tell their friends
Everyone comes back to
buy more
You sell more
Where do we start?
Social media is…
Tools and tech
Platforms
Language
Communication
A way to talk with customers
A way for customers to talk with you
A way for customers to talk for you
Measurement
Impact
Results
I am guessing you have heard of most of these…
But it isn’t just the tools…It’s how and what you share too….
Connect without spamming
SM Success in Seven Steps
1. Be yourself2. Be connected3. Do it when you have time4. Watch for problems5. Share the best – not just your
stuff6. Be where your business is7. Monitor with tools but respond as a
human
3 social sites you should know about
So, let’s talk about what you don’t know about… Quora Amplify Social Mention
What is the next big thing?
Wrap up Have a great story Follow the seven steps Be the best – and make sure that your
customers know it!