Comments on: Bring On The Social Media False Prophets

By: The Effective Marketer

The Effective Marketer — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 01:48:54 +0000

Why Social Media Is Not For Everyone…

While many are in love with the whole concept of Social Media as being the next big thing in marketing, the holy grail that will lift sales and enhance your brand, I have seen some detractors that insist in calling out the faults and dangers or adoptin…

By: CT Moore

CT Moore — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:31:48 +0000

Awesome graphics, Jason.

Your emphasis on "be good at what you do" remind me of the slogan for Steam Whistle Beer: "Do one thing, really well."

And it's true: if you're really good at one thing, word will get around.

And, of course, calling yourself an expert in everything that's new and unfamiliar is a lot like how a Jack of all trades is an expert at none.

By: Dex

Dex — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 02:48:46 +0000

So true. Be good at what you do and that fixes everything. If you don't mind the link, here's on-topic funny video: http://tinyurl.com/lbcxdp

By: MLDina

MLDina — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:14:22 +0000

You're absolutely right- social media is about networking in a way you see fit. If you want to provide value, do it. If you want to follow and interact with anyone who mentions you or views your profile, go ahead! It's all about getting what you want from the online networking experience, and putting in that same effort.

By: jakrose

jakrose — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 23:35:12 +0000

Thanks Steve. I find it serves me well to be reminded of those 2 rules for
most professional situations.

By: stevegaines62

stevegaines62 — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 23:30:28 +0000

Jason,
Thanks for adding positive energy to the Social Media world of emerging "consultants" and "experts". You hit it so on the head with these two points:
3.Negative energy sucks
4.The best combat is to be good at what YOU do

Water finds it's own level. So does good and so does bad. Along the way though, there isn't much to be gained in constantly trashing everyone outside of the top rungs. Many have legitimately positive interests in wanting to help neophytes. And, of course, some don't.

But, when doubt creeps in, see your rules 3 & 4 above again.

Great post!

By: mager

mager — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 21:40:49 +0000

Great post, I printed it out for my archives.