To blog or not to blog
Social Media’s full meal deal
That’s a question some my ask when there’s so much buzz about Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and other social media platforms. It’s easy to overlook blogging as a means of digital communications.
But before you dismiss blogging as old school and “so 2005,” consider these thoughts:
“In one sense, (blogs have) become the equivalent of a social media full meal.” – Elisa Carnahort, Mashable.com
“Committing to this blog is one of the best professional decisions I’ve made.” – Gabriel Weinberg
“When it comes to blogging, the process of making sales is not nearly as complicated as we sometimes make it.” – Marcus Sheridan, Social Media Examiner
“If you’re not blogging, you’re missing out on some important business benefits.” – Patricia Redsicker, Social Media Today
“When high quality content is consistently produced, a blog can engage, connect and enrich you, your business and your readers.” – Craig Klein, Sales Nexus
That’s just a sampling of professionals who believe a blog is an important part of any digital communications or marketing strategy.
Here’s a few links where you find tips on blogging.
– 7 Tips to Make Your Blog Stickier
– 5 places to find legal pictures for your blog
– There’s a growing need for digital communicators. Enrol in the Digital Communications Certificate program offered by Simon Fraser University Continuing Studies and learn from industry experts.
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