SocialTables, a new fun social tool for event organizers
A friend who knows I have a passion about networking and events-software just introduced me to http://socialtables.com, a new tool that is really fun and that I am sure will capture a lot of interest. In short, SocialTables allows an event organizer to layout the tables at the gathering, and then place the guests at their seats by simply dragging and dropping them in place. It is such a simple task to drag and drop the icons of the guests that I am sure many hours will be spent figuring out how to place people – becuase the hardest challenge still remains – who goes next to...
read moreIs Viadeo a serious alternative to LinkedIn?
I just joined the professional networking site Viadeo. While it has 35 million members it is strongest in Europe and Asia, which is probably why I didn’t know of the service until recently. I have added a rudimentary profile to http://viadeo.com/en/profile/hakan.soderbom. I expect it will take me some time to explore all the features, however I have to ask myself – how many social sites can I realistically be active on? What is your experience with Viadeo? Is it a real competitor to...
read moreFacebook or LinkedIn for business networking?
There is a really interesting and active thread in the eMarketing Association Network Group on LinkedIn. The question raised by Marco Schreurs is: “Do you see Facebook groups as a business network? Or should we focus on linkedin?” With over 150 responses he has stated a question that raises a lot of passion and engages analytical minds. In my case, my answer is straight forward and focuses on simplicity. Here is what I said: I do not currently see FB as a strong way of building or engaging my business network, if with business network you mean corporate colleagues, vendors,...
read moreWhat you should do instead of spamming your prospects
I just shared some thoughts in a private forum, in response to an article by Ken Varga called Turing Prospects into Customers. Since my comments are broadly applicable I copy them here. I both agree and disagree with Ken Varga’s article. Here is why: The trick is to engage the prospects when they are ready to buy. Here is a typical example: Joe lives in rented accomodation and has no plans to buy a house. At this time he is not open to mortgage deals, which means that advertising to him is a waste of money. However when Joe 6 months later starts looking for a house with his new...
read morePresentation: Personal Social Media Success
This presentation introduces social media as a Web 2.0 phenomenon. It addresses user generated content and the importance of contributing to the community as part of an effort of building your personal brand. The presentation goes on to emphasize some of the challenges with the web and then proposes a strawman strategy for personal success with social media. It also briefly covers LinkedIn, blogging, Twitter, Facebook and online etiquette. If you have enjoyed Håkan’s interactive presentation that include demonstrations, then you can find it here [LINK]. You need Silverlight installed...
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