I’m a big infographics fans myself … it’s a very impactful way to deliver a message. Would make a smashing client calender graphic! Too many business forget that the whole point of Social Media is to be sociable not to sell!
Have a lovely week and an enjoyable holiday season
As a retired engineer, the use of info graphics has been a great part of my life, post technology. One of the most important point of the great “Do’s and Don’t of Social Media” infographic you have shared is the: “Don’t build your network too fast!” I think this is one truth that applies to just about every thing we do when trying to expand our online businesses. Stevie @ Dating Tips For Women recently posted..Dating Tips For Women
Great visual! I haven’t tried printing it out, but it looks like the printing would be kinda small to read. But once you know what they all are, the pictures would be enough.
My favourite picture is that “one size does not fit all” under Don’ts.
Great post, Cherrie!! I love visuals! I may have to go and get this for myself as a reminder! Short and simple and to the point! Thanks! Holly recently posted..Getting Older Sucks But It Doesn’t Have To
Cherrie,
this was a facinating find. I love the way it leads to success in mapping every step out that all can understand which is next.
I am getting use to putting this thinking and sharing with my member now. Your gifted in presenting information in this style. Making it easy visually is a key to learning for most of use older people in our industry.
Your key point make sense. If you go to fast in building a network of others it gets out of control. You get lost in doing to many things in the wrong direction. It shows amoung those in your team and makes it difficult for all to keep up.
Cherrie your one of our great organizers and mentors in our industry. Thank you for giving a useful content to share with all. I look forward in your next share that I am sure to learn more. William Earl Amis Jr III recently posted..Having A Lifestyle or Creating A Life
I love infographics, wasn’t expecting to find one here though. And a good one for that matter.
It’s easy to make mistakes when it comes to social media, but this should help keep them at low numbers. Stan@Best Gifts recently posted..Murray 1695885 Snow Blower – Best Gift For Your Husband 2011
I’ve never seen such article, great idea! Your image explains very well all do’s and don’ts of social media. You mentioned that we shouldn’t rely on one application. What kind of applications do you mean?
I like info graphics, but for SEO, it really does nothing. I would have styled a page to look like this graphic. I know, I can be a design snob…lol
This nails it on the head on both dos and don’ts. Most of the ones I see happening are the always selling, rather than balancing good content and then selling. Nile recently posted..5 Steps To Building A Business Plan For Your Blog
Love it Cherrie! The do’s and don’ts are simple common sense things that everyone should follow without having to be told. But as we know, some do need a little reminding from time to time. Anthony McNeil recently posted..Is Mike Dillard Simply Using Scare Tactics?
Hi Cherrie,
This is a good tool. Most of us tend to get annoyed by the don’ts on the graphic but sometimes we all make those mistakes. Also the things listed as Dos are sometimes overlooked and we wonder if social media is as effective as we hoped it would be. It’s important to remember that it’s “social” and the same rules apply in social media as a party or networking event or get together….
Cherrie, Great posts. I enjoyed the visual chart, the way you break things down would make it much easier to follow. So many people look at th ebig picture but cannot isolate aspects of their journey. Hats off to yu for this well written and visual post. Merry Christmas to you and your family. I wish you all the best!!. Darryl Burgess recently posted..You Loser!
I love infograms! This one presents the “common sense” do’s and don’ts of Social Media. One don’t I would like to comment on is “Don’t build your network too quickly.” So many marketers hear so much about overnight success and get rich quick dialogue, it is easy to forget that it takes time, effort, consistency, engagement, and leadership to slowly build and develop a worthwhile network.
Although all the “do’s” are excellent, “Give great content” is the one that stands out. Knowledge, information, and great content is the source for growing an awesome network which is successful. Thanks!
I love it! It’s so refreshing to come to a short and to the point post. You said so much on this page without writing a long article. I really appreciate this! I did save it and copied it. It’s a great reminder! Oh, and I am a visual learner, so another reason I liked it.
Thank you Cherrie!
Merry Christmas!
Lynn Lynn Jones recently posted..Keeping Christmas Traditions Alive and Fresh
They say a picture tells a thousand words, Cherrie.
You’ve certainly “said” a mouthful with this interesting “pictorial tutorial”.
It gives a real clear and concise view of how to use Social Media in your overall online marketing strategy.
I would take issue with the module on “being consistent”, though. The indication seems to be that you need to stay on target with your business message at all times.
I would argue that Social Media is first and foremost “social”. Present your business ideas when it fits the conversation, but not vice versa. You don’t want to force the conversation to be about you or your business topics. And you don’t want to only search for business convesations. People use Social Media to get to know “you” first, and are only interested about your business in passing. David Merrill recently posted..Skype Set Up | The Basics of Getting Started
I think that Infographics are very creative and people are most likely to share content if it is creative and visually compelling. This one presents the information for us to consume in a few seconds. Rachel Lavern@Live for Success recently posted..Blow the Lid Off Your Conditioning
Some good pointers here. But the bottom line is that it take time and effort to build a solid social network. There is no quick and easy way. You need to build relationships with real people and that takes time and being involved. Dr. Erica Goodstone recently posted..Love Knows – Your Heart is Smarter Than Your Mind
Cherrie,
great little graphic. I wish it would open up bigger so it would be easier to read. Great list of does and don’t's. It reminds people to thank other people. Very important. I can track someone’s movement through my blog and see how many hours, not minutes, that they spend watching my videos. I can see which ones they watch and they never comment or even say “thank you”. I could never understand that. If you’re not paying for the information, at least say Thank You to somebody that has shared something helpful. Also, your chart reminds people not to be too pushy on social media! how true. some people still don’t get it. I like my customers to come to me and ask questions, not the other way around. so far that strategy has been working.
Take Care,
Jupiter Jim Jupiter Jim@Thesis Tutorial, Thesis Theme, WordPress Tutorial recently posted..WordPress Tutorial: How to edit WordPress Posts and Pages in Full Screen Mode
I love to see ideas represented in a clear and concise way, especially if it is something that could be referred to as this example. Social Media and Online Marketing can both be overwhelming at times. Simplicity is the best cure. Paul Reimers@Network Marketing Online recently posted..Review of Empower Network – Will This Tool Really Help You Build Your Business?
I agree, Paul. That’s why I like infographics too: they go straight to the point. Most of the time, they combine humor with lessons, which makes it easier to understand things. Martin@CDL Blog recently posted..CDL Traffic Lawyers
I’m really inspired with your writing skills as neatly as with the format to your blog. Is that this a paid theme or did you modify it your self? Either way keep up the nice high quality writing, it is rare to see a nice weblog like this one these days..
Thank you! No, this is not a paid theme. This is one of the default WP themes you get upon installation. I haven’t figured out yet exactly what or how I’d like my theme customized, so until then, I’m just using this lightweight free theme.
Thanks for sharing this . =) I would love to have this in poster size ,….. is there a place i can get this graphic?
Merry Christmas to you and yours !!!
Clearly there are “Socially” acceptable ways to interact in any social setting. As in life some people have a harder time keeping the social norms of a group. Adjusting our behavior tot he context of the groups is so important.
I love this type of visual info graph. Sure some of the suggestions are common sense but hey… some of us need the gentle reminders. Thank you for sharing. Teach Jim recently posted..Patching Productivity Patterns
Great post, Cherrie! This post does a great job of not just telling us what is a good and bad idea, but it shows us. This is really helpful! Steve Nicholas recently posted..Do Your Best
I am very pro social media in business. however I realize that there are do’s and don’ts about it. Anyway I really love it:) Anna recently posted..dental treatments
Great find Cherie! This is definitely one to share with my clients because I can bang on about it for hours and watch them glaze over but a picture paints a thousand words
Cherrie, I love this…I am a very visual person and this is right to the point, some very basic stuff that most do not get…going to share with some people that DON”T get it. Tim Somers@Card Sending Guy recently posted..Relationship Building Strategy
Social Media Marketing is one of the most powerful ways to market today, yet it is so, because it involves getting involved. I have to admit that for me that is the biggest challenge… Making your brand, name or business succeed in the social media environment takes time and it takes giving yourself and engaging others…
It’s my goal to learn more and be more active in social media this year.
Thank for the picture Cherrie, I am actually printing it and posting on my desk. Cynthia recently posted..Video SEO – YouTube Search Engine Optimization
Hey, Cherrie! With all this craziness about going viral, people might exaggerate with some stuff, so this article is great for them. Tony recently posted..Microwave Oven Buying Guide
Thank you for that lovely copy! Though, at first I didn’t like the idea of printing it out but due to the comments that left a mark in your post, I was kinda curious on it! And I don’t regret it after all! Stevie Smith recently posted..What Does The Over Optimization Penalty Mean In Terms Of Content
Great share Cherrie!
I’m a big infographics fans myself … it’s a very impactful way to deliver a message. Would make a smashing client calender graphic! Too many business forget that the whole point of Social Media is to be sociable not to sell!
Have a lovely week and an enjoyable holiday season
As a retired engineer, the use of info graphics has been a great part of my life, post technology. One of the most important point of the great “Do’s and Don’t of Social Media” infographic you have shared is the: “Don’t build your network too fast!” I think this is one truth that applies to just about every thing we do when trying to expand our online businesses.
Stevie @ Dating Tips For Women recently posted..Dating Tips For Women
Short and sweet and to the point love it Cherrie! Another don’t is to try to get dates on the sites by sending mushy but insulting notes to women man those are annoying!
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Great visual! I haven’t tried printing it out, but it looks like the printing would be kinda small to read. But once you know what they all are, the pictures would be enough.
My favourite picture is that “one size does not fit all” under Don’ts.
Willena Flewelling
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Great post, Cherrie!! I love visuals! I may have to go and get this for myself as a reminder! Short and simple and to the point! Thanks!
Holly recently posted..Getting Older Sucks But It Doesn’t Have To
Cherrie,
this was a facinating find. I love the way it leads to success in mapping every step out that all can understand which is next.
I am getting use to putting this thinking and sharing with my member now. Your gifted in presenting information in this style. Making it easy visually is a key to learning for most of use older people in our industry.
Your key point make sense. If you go to fast in building a network of others it gets out of control. You get lost in doing to many things in the wrong direction. It shows amoung those in your team and makes it difficult for all to keep up.
Cherrie your one of our great organizers and mentors in our industry. Thank you for giving a useful content to share with all. I look forward in your next share that I am sure to learn more.
William Earl Amis Jr III recently posted..Having A Lifestyle or Creating A Life
Great post Cherrie. I only have one comment to tell, the graphics is too small to read.
I love infographics, wasn’t expecting to find one here though. And a good one for that matter.
It’s easy to make mistakes when it comes to social media, but this should help keep them at low numbers.
Stan@Best Gifts recently posted..Murray 1695885 Snow Blower – Best Gift For Your Husband 2011
Hi Cherrie,
I’ve never seen such article, great idea! Your image explains very well all do’s and don’ts of social media. You mentioned that we shouldn’t rely on one application. What kind of applications do you mean?
I agree infographics are an awesome tool – I also agree this particular image is way too small. Thanks for sharing though!
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I like info graphics, but for SEO, it really does nothing. I would have styled a page to look like this graphic. I know, I can be a design snob…lol
This nails it on the head on both dos and don’ts. Most of the ones I see happening are the always selling, rather than balancing good content and then selling.
Nile recently posted..5 Steps To Building A Business Plan For Your Blog
Love it Cherrie! The do’s and don’ts are simple common sense things that everyone should follow without having to be told. But as we know, some do need a little reminding from time to time.
Anthony McNeil recently posted..Is Mike Dillard Simply Using Scare Tactics?
Hi Cherrie,
This is a good tool. Most of us tend to get annoyed by the don’ts on the graphic but sometimes we all make those mistakes. Also the things listed as Dos are sometimes overlooked and we wonder if social media is as effective as we hoped it would be. It’s important to remember that it’s “social” and the same rules apply in social media as a party or networking event or get together….
Thanks for sharing!
-James
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Cherrie, Great posts. I enjoyed the visual chart, the way you break things down would make it much easier to follow. So many people look at th ebig picture but cannot isolate aspects of their journey. Hats off to yu for this well written and visual post. Merry Christmas to you and your family. I wish you all the best!!.
Darryl Burgess recently posted..You Loser!
Hi Cherrie,
I love infograms! This one presents the “common sense” do’s and don’ts of Social Media. One don’t I would like to comment on is “Don’t build your network too quickly.” So many marketers hear so much about overnight success and get rich quick dialogue, it is easy to forget that it takes time, effort, consistency, engagement, and leadership to slowly build and develop a worthwhile network.
Although all the “do’s” are excellent, “Give great content” is the one that stands out. Knowledge, information, and great content is the source for growing an awesome network which is successful. Thanks!
Raena Lynn
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I love it! It’s so refreshing to come to a short and to the point post. You said so much on this page without writing a long article. I really appreciate this! I did save it and copied it. It’s a great reminder! Oh, and I am a visual learner, so another reason I liked it.
Thank you Cherrie!
Merry Christmas!
Lynn
Lynn Jones recently posted..Keeping Christmas Traditions Alive and Fresh
They say a picture tells a thousand words, Cherrie.
You’ve certainly “said” a mouthful with this interesting “pictorial tutorial”.
It gives a real clear and concise view of how to use Social Media in your overall online marketing strategy.
I would take issue with the module on “being consistent”, though. The indication seems to be that you need to stay on target with your business message at all times.
I would argue that Social Media is first and foremost “social”. Present your business ideas when it fits the conversation, but not vice versa. You don’t want to force the conversation to be about you or your business topics. And you don’t want to only search for business convesations. People use Social Media to get to know “you” first, and are only interested about your business in passing.
David Merrill recently posted..Skype Set Up | The Basics of Getting Started
I think that Infographics are very creative and people are most likely to share content if it is creative and visually compelling. This one presents the information for us to consume in a few seconds.
Rachel Lavern@Live for Success recently posted..Blow the Lid Off Your Conditioning
Cherrie,
Some good pointers here. But the bottom line is that it take time and effort to build a solid social network. There is no quick and easy way. You need to build relationships with real people and that takes time and being involved.
Dr. Erica Goodstone recently posted..Love Knows – Your Heart is Smarter Than Your Mind
Cherrie,
great little graphic. I wish it would open up bigger so it would be easier to read. Great list of does and don’t's. It reminds people to thank other people. Very important. I can track someone’s movement through my blog and see how many hours, not minutes, that they spend watching my videos. I can see which ones they watch and they never comment or even say “thank you”. I could never understand that. If you’re not paying for the information, at least say Thank You to somebody that has shared something helpful. Also, your chart reminds people not to be too pushy on social media! how true. some people still don’t get it. I like my customers to come to me and ask questions, not the other way around. so far that strategy has been working.
Take Care,
Jupiter Jim
Jupiter Jim@Thesis Tutorial, Thesis Theme, WordPress Tutorial recently posted..WordPress Tutorial: How to edit WordPress Posts and Pages in Full Screen Mode
Hi Cherrie:
I love infographics!
Great suggestions and tips.
Thanks!
Kevin
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Great One Cherrie!
I too love graphics and this one is definitely worth printing out and sharing.
So many people learn better when they have a great map to follow and you have definitely provided one here.
Carla McNeil, Social Media Manager recently posted..Social Media Marketing – Does Twitter Have Rules? Absolutely They Do!
Thanks for the great infographic,
I love to see ideas represented in a clear and concise way, especially if it is something that could be referred to as this example. Social Media and Online Marketing can both be overwhelming at times. Simplicity is the best cure.
Paul Reimers@Network Marketing Online recently posted..Review of Empower Network – Will This Tool Really Help You Build Your Business?
I agree, Paul. That’s why I like infographics too: they go straight to the point. Most of the time, they combine humor with lessons, which makes it easier to understand things.
Martin@CDL Blog recently posted..CDL Traffic Lawyers
I’m really inspired with your writing skills as neatly as with the format to your blog. Is that this a paid theme or did you modify it your self? Either way keep up the nice high quality writing, it is rare to see a nice weblog like this one these days..
Thank you! No, this is not a paid theme. This is one of the default WP themes you get upon installation. I haven’t figured out yet exactly what or how I’d like my theme customized, so until then, I’m just using this lightweight free theme.
Thanks for sharing this . =) I would love to have this in poster size ,….. is there a place i can get this graphic?
Merry Christmas to you and yours !!!
HI Cherie,
This is a great tool for Social Media.
Had to save the picture and resize it so I could use it.
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Clearly there are “Socially” acceptable ways to interact in any social setting. As in life some people have a harder time keeping the social norms of a group. Adjusting our behavior tot he context of the groups is so important.
I love this type of visual info graph. Sure some of the suggestions are common sense but hey… some of us need the gentle reminders. Thank you for sharing.
Teach Jim recently posted..Patching Productivity Patterns
Great post, Cherrie! This post does a great job of not just telling us what is a good and bad idea, but it shows us. This is really helpful!
Steve Nicholas recently posted..Do Your Best
That’s a good easy to read graphic full of excellent reminders. Thanks for sharing it.
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I am very pro social media in business. however I realize that there are do’s and don’ts about it. Anyway I really love it:)
Anna recently posted..dental treatments
Great find Cherie! This is definitely one to share with my clients because I can bang on about it for hours and watch them glaze over but a picture paints a thousand words
Just trying out your keyword luv to see how it works!
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Great post. You have to study this to really get it. I have learned that it is so important to build relationships and that is the key to every business no matter what they are doing. People are still people after all! I will share!
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True and useful
Another DON’T would be to buy “likes” on Facebook or traffic to the company website.
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Cherrie, I love this…I am a very visual person and this is right to the point, some very basic stuff that most do not get…going to share with some people that DON”T get it.
Tim Somers@Card Sending Guy recently posted..Relationship Building Strategy
Social Media Marketing is one of the most powerful ways to market today, yet it is so, because it involves getting involved. I have to admit that for me that is the biggest challenge… Making your brand, name or business succeed in the social media environment takes time and it takes giving yourself and engaging others…
It’s my goal to learn more and be more active in social media this year.
Thank for the picture Cherrie, I am actually printing it and posting on my desk.
Cynthia recently posted..Video SEO – YouTube Search Engine Optimization
Hey, Cherrie! With all this craziness about going viral, people might exaggerate with some stuff, so this article is great for them.
Tony recently posted..Microwave Oven Buying Guide
Thank you for that lovely copy! Though, at first I didn’t like the idea of printing it out but due to the comments that left a mark in your post, I was kinda curious on it! And I don’t regret it after all!
Stevie Smith recently posted..What Does The Over Optimization Penalty Mean In Terms Of Content