Tips for Social Media Success

I found a good article with some simple basics concerning social media- Facebook, Twitter, etc. and have linked to it from this post title.

I think one main thing to remember is that these are "social" networks. So...use these as if you are having conversations with friends. Think of your conversation with a friend- you tell them what's happening with you, you listen to what's happening with them, you might give and get some useful information- at no charge.

It's fine to use social media as a marketing tool, as long as that's not all you do with it. If all you're doing is sending out ads, pretty soon you won't have a following. Ads should make up a small percentage of your use of social media. Give folks information they can really use- one easy way is to find articles like this to direct them to- and give some of your own opinions.

Let me know your thoughts and suggestions- and have a great day in the social media world!