Company Social Network
August 14th, 2010
Company Social Network
Business Advice: Winning big with social networks
Social Networking – What the … is it
Social networking…it’s the new buzz phrase for just about everything. I’ve been thinking about it a lot lately. I’ve also been steadfast in my resistance to joining this new craze! But, no longer. I’m diving headfirst into it, for better or worse, because I know it’s vital for my real estate business.
The first thing I did was start an American Land Company blog. I’ve never considered myself a writer, and quite frankly I don’t think I’m very good at it. I’ve never been one to express myself to others. But the experts say it’s a must. It’s just one part of the networking puzzle. So grudgingly I’m blogging. Then came the Twitter account and tweeting. Tweeting? Seriously? Tweeting? So now I’m tweeting a few times a day. It’s actually easy once you get the hang of it. But that dang verb…tweeting! I’m too old to tweet! And when I want to send a picture from my phone I send it to TwitPic. I feel like a twit everytime I send a picture. Next up was joining Facebook. It’s not the same with business accounts as the personal accounts everyone else in my family has, but it’s a start. I had to break down and get my own personal Facebook account too so I can immerse myself in this facet of the craze.
And of course there’s Digg, LinkdIn, Delicious and countless others that I had to join. Afterall, I would hate to miss out on anything!
Social networking…some use it for keeping in contact with family and friends. Some use it for marketing their business–guilty! Some use it just because it’s the new in thing and they can’t stand being left out. Regardless of what you’re justification is for networking, it’s a by-product of our world today. And if you’re not on board, wave as the world leaves you in it’s dust.
About the Author
For more information about this private resort-style community please contact American Land Company at 870-257-2173.
Chandler Daggett is a partner in American Land Company, which is headquartered in Cherokee Village. A former resident of Cherokee Village, he currently lives in central Missouri along with his wife and 2 kids. His parents and brother still reside in Cherokee Village and are also partners in American Land Company.
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