Today on WE Magazine we thought it would be interesting to share some stories we have read around the net… Here are our top five picks of articles online about technology including Facebook, Trendwatching, Social Media, Fan Pages and Tweeting.
SNEAK A PEAK – In just a few days, Trendwatching be launching 100+ Trend Reports, including out 2011 Report! Accordingly, they wanted to give you a sneak peak of the 2011 Report. The following link will let you download a powerpoint document that introduces the report along with 10 PRO Trends and about 80 examples. Go here: 2011-Trend-Report-Sample.ppt to view it.Does it matter who Likes you?
Retailers tell the same story: The integration of Facebook’s Like button is relatively simple and it has boosted traffic to e-commerce sites. Read more at Internet Retailer
Why Businesses Need to Think Like the Media ~ Harvard Business IdeaCast
The forces that are reshaping the media industry are also (gulp) reshaping yours. Download this podcast at the Harvard Business Review Blog
Skittles takes over Facebook fans’ status updates
Skittles is launching the second phase of its social media engagement campaign with a Facebook status takeover. The candy brand has opened a “Rainbow Call Centre” manned by 15 staff who will “rainbowfy” fans’ status updates.
Skittles, which is owned by Mars, claims the stunt is a “Facebook first.” Read more at Marketing Week UK
What should I tweet, what should I post, how should I link?
Most people don’t know what to say on, what to do on, or what to do with social media. And it’s a club with more than 700 million members. There has gotta be an opportunity in there someplace. Here’s the thought reality: Stop thinking of it as social media, and begin thinking of it as BUSINESS social media. Read more at Jeffrey Gitomer’s Sales Caffeine
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