Lately I've gotten a bit pop culture-ish on the blog, but there's just so much going on in pop culture that relates to social media...I can't resist!
So anyway, as I've said a 1000 times before: Watch What You Do!
This incident is a lil' different however. I'm sure by now you've all heard about Kanye's behavior at the VMAs?! Now I'm usually ranting about what people post about themselves on social media sites, but this time I'm simply pointing out how you can still end up on blast w/o doing anything yourself.
I was probably the only person in America who didn't see Kanye's outburst. But within minutes it was all on YouTube & Twitter! So once I heard about it, I checked it out.
There has never been a time in history before now that the public could stay so informed of what's going on in the world down to the minute. It's a gift & a curse however.
Kanye has admitted he was wrong & has apologized, but this thing is far from over. It happened on TV Sunday, but it's been continuing on social media sites since then.
Moral of the story: Your life is not your own as long as Big Brother's watching...& he can post aomething about you lol!
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Is It Really Over???
Yesterday on the news it was reported that the recession could officially be over by the end of this month. If that's the case, then that means we're nearing the end of this fiasco. Which means things should be noticeably different. BUT THEY'RE NOT!
Gas prices are steady rising, I'm still paying a fortune at the grocery store for cereal & bread, and hello: WHERE ARE THE JOBS?!
I guess there have been slight changes in the market. But as usually, what goes on on Wall Street impacts Main Street a bit differently.
I'm sure most industries are seeing declines in employment, but being that Communications is my life, obviously those declines are what's sticking out to me most. Across the board (radio, print, TV) jobs are scarce. Now's the time to think outside the box!
Consider industries not so obvious for needing Communications positions. The truth is, every organization uses internal & external Communications. There just may be a place for you there!
Also, learn all you can about technology - particularly social media. Many organizations are jumping on the social media bandwagon. You may be discovered through writing a blog or dialoguing with a company through Facebook, Twitter or even YouTube.
In these tough times, you gotta get creative & stay on top of the latest Communications trends.
Gas prices are steady rising, I'm still paying a fortune at the grocery store for cereal & bread, and hello: WHERE ARE THE JOBS?!
I guess there have been slight changes in the market. But as usually, what goes on on Wall Street impacts Main Street a bit differently.
I'm sure most industries are seeing declines in employment, but being that Communications is my life, obviously those declines are what's sticking out to me most. Across the board (radio, print, TV) jobs are scarce. Now's the time to think outside the box!
Consider industries not so obvious for needing Communications positions. The truth is, every organization uses internal & external Communications. There just may be a place for you there!
Also, learn all you can about technology - particularly social media. Many organizations are jumping on the social media bandwagon. You may be discovered through writing a blog or dialoguing with a company through Facebook, Twitter or even YouTube.
In these tough times, you gotta get creative & stay on top of the latest Communications trends.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Wake Up People!!!
So we can all agree that social media are great! Yaaaay! But I'm tired of people blaming these media for ruining their lives! Come on people, take responsibility for your actions.
It's great to be able to update friends & family on your life, but realize the WHOLE world can access this info too. If you talk about your girlfriend & your dip on the side on Facebook, anticipate being single 'cause it's only a matter of time before the right person finds out.
And when that happens, don't look everybody upside their head for "being in your business like they know you." They pretty much do...you broadcast your life on social media sites!
It's great to be able to update friends & family on your life, but realize the WHOLE world can access this info too. If you talk about your girlfriend & your dip on the side on Facebook, anticipate being single 'cause it's only a matter of time before the right person finds out.
And when that happens, don't look everybody upside their head for "being in your business like they know you." They pretty much do...you broadcast your life on social media sites!
Tweet On Fabo!
So this is a lil' different from what I usually talk about, but I promise it's relevant. Over the weekend singer/fake-rapper T-Pain performed in Vegas and totally dissed rapper Jay-Z.
For those who don't know, here's the background: T-Pain is famous for using a special effect called Auto Tune on ALL of his records. He made this effect popular again after Roger Troutman's death in the 90s. So for the past few years, everyone's been flooding the airwaves & annoying the hell outta me with this effect.
Well after years of abuse, Jay-Z released a song called Death of Auto Tune. He specifically states that he's not talking to T-Pain on this record. He's basically saying the effect is being hugely overused and that no more artists should jump on this bandwagon.
Now back to the story: After T-Pain has remained silent for months about Jay-Z's song, he finally blows up at a show in Vegas. He rants and raves and attacks Jay-Z personally; not just about the song.
Now here's the relevant part: Another rap artist, Fabolous, was at the show & he tweeted about the incident while there! Fans took to Twitter instantly & dogged T-Pain for his bogus remarks.
This is another example of how social media is taking over in today's society! From the average Joe, to the rich and famous, everyone's using social media. As I said last time, be carful of what you do. You never know who's gonna hear about it...or how quickly!
For those who don't know, here's the background: T-Pain is famous for using a special effect called Auto Tune on ALL of his records. He made this effect popular again after Roger Troutman's death in the 90s. So for the past few years, everyone's been flooding the airwaves & annoying the hell outta me with this effect.
Well after years of abuse, Jay-Z released a song called Death of Auto Tune. He specifically states that he's not talking to T-Pain on this record. He's basically saying the effect is being hugely overused and that no more artists should jump on this bandwagon.
Now back to the story: After T-Pain has remained silent for months about Jay-Z's song, he finally blows up at a show in Vegas. He rants and raves and attacks Jay-Z personally; not just about the song.
Now here's the relevant part: Another rap artist, Fabolous, was at the show & he tweeted about the incident while there! Fans took to Twitter instantly & dogged T-Pain for his bogus remarks.
This is another example of how social media is taking over in today's society! From the average Joe, to the rich and famous, everyone's using social media. As I said last time, be carful of what you do. You never know who's gonna hear about it...or how quickly!
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Social Media Smack Down
So it's becoming more & more common for employers to search social media sites for employees or potential employees. Negative involvement with these sites could cause you to lose your job or keep you from getting a job. Well apparently the scope of employers on the social media sweep has widened!
This weekend, an ESPN reporter was on CNN saying that ESPN has enforced major restrictions on its employees' Twitter usage. He basically said anything that could shed a bad light on ESPN shouldn't be tweeted. Now the New York Times story says employees are only restricted from tweeting about sports stories & the inner workings of ESPN.
I Googled the topic to read the whole story & found that along with ESPN, the NFL & the Marines were jumping on this social media crack down.
Now in these tough times, you can't afford to roll the dice with your livelihood...you gotta play this corporate game. But is it really fair to be judged by what you do in your free time?!
Having been a substitute teacher, I know how hard it is to get students to respect you. So I can only imagine how much more difficult it would be if my students found wild pics of me while searching Facebook. However, what do my crazy weekend photos have to do with how I conduct myself in the classroom?!
And I'm sure it would be an utter shock to your boss to know the well-mannered, mild- tempered person that clocks in from 9-5 uses such profane & explicit language on your profile status. But what does that have to do with your performance on the job?!
I guess if those doing business with your company saw those things it wouldn't look good on you or the company. But really, who doesn't understand blowing off some steam & letting loose on your own time.
For now, you better watch what you post!
This weekend, an ESPN reporter was on CNN saying that ESPN has enforced major restrictions on its employees' Twitter usage. He basically said anything that could shed a bad light on ESPN shouldn't be tweeted. Now the New York Times story says employees are only restricted from tweeting about sports stories & the inner workings of ESPN.
I Googled the topic to read the whole story & found that along with ESPN, the NFL & the Marines were jumping on this social media crack down.
Now in these tough times, you can't afford to roll the dice with your livelihood...you gotta play this corporate game. But is it really fair to be judged by what you do in your free time?!
Having been a substitute teacher, I know how hard it is to get students to respect you. So I can only imagine how much more difficult it would be if my students found wild pics of me while searching Facebook. However, what do my crazy weekend photos have to do with how I conduct myself in the classroom?!
And I'm sure it would be an utter shock to your boss to know the well-mannered, mild- tempered person that clocks in from 9-5 uses such profane & explicit language on your profile status. But what does that have to do with your performance on the job?!
I guess if those doing business with your company saw those things it wouldn't look good on you or the company. But really, who doesn't understand blowing off some steam & letting loose on your own time.
For now, you better watch what you post!
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Check This
Hello All! Check out this survey on social media. You'll be surprised at what you learn about yourself! Please click here.
State of the Industry
The jouralism industry is having a rough time right now! The past four years have been full of didisappointments & uncertainties for journailst everywhere. From print to broadcast, mergers, buyouts and layoffs have hindered the opportunities available for new, young journailsts to join the industry.
New electronic media have given a bit of a rebirth to the employment game. Journalists are having to adapt to these new methods and refocus their skills for the appropriate media.
Groups, such as NABJ, have been fighting to secure positions in the newsrooms for minority journalists.
As the economy starts to turn around, I hope the positive change effects the media as well!
New electronic media have given a bit of a rebirth to the employment game. Journalists are having to adapt to these new methods and refocus their skills for the appropriate media.
Groups, such as NABJ, have been fighting to secure positions in the newsrooms for minority journalists.
As the economy starts to turn around, I hope the positive change effects the media as well!
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