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Twitter, Facebook, Digg: Can You Join Too Many Networks?

Remember when some people had thousands of friends on MySpace and it was....just to many? Well maybe this will hapen for Twitter, DIGG and Facebook users too. Best to be careful, yet still active on these sites. Too many, too soon can tangle your networks. Don't you agree?

Full article here:

Twitter, Facebook, Digg: Can You Join Too Many Networks?

NYC Dining Pages Found on Facebook!

Since Facebook make it impossible to find the PAGES that you are looking for,, Grubstreet.com from NYMag.com has done a lot of the dirty work for us! The have a HUGE database collected of New York City restaurants. And not just the ones with the most fans like Max Brenners.
My favorite Candle Cafe is even on the list. But only 111 fans so far! Come on people join some pages and fan it up!

See the entire list from Grub Street here.

Facebook's 'Pages Search' Needs an Upgrade!

It's like the economy. The rich guys are getting richer and the poor guys are getting poorer!

what, you ask?

Well Facebooks search function for pages! Whenever I browse or search pages, the pages with THE MOST FANS come us first. And with thousands of pages...that leaves the little guys waaaay in the back. Never to be seen or heard from. When I browse the restaurant section, I get McDonald's as one of the top three. Booooo. I don't like McDonald's and I certainly don't want to be a fan of them. Where are the good guys. The yummy spots I LOVE, but can't seem to find?

Something must be changed.

Lets fight for the little guy!!!

Ps To join my SOCIAL NETWORK NOW PAGE on Facebook.

AND

The Lunchbox Bunch PAGE on Facebook.

and cheers to you for both.

Pay for Play? Would You Pay for Facebook?

It is an interesting question. Would you pay to use your facebook account. Most people I think would say yes. But the question is, how much? $5 a month, $20 a year, $50 a year? A recent article stated that Facebook was in danger of losing money in the future- as users needs increase and ad money isn't pulling in the right amount of funding to service the site.

So, Would you pay? And How Much?????

A survey has been posted on this page. Take it!

Import Your Blog to Facebook

One of my favorite tricks I can do on Facebook is import my blog--automatically.

The catch is that you can only import one blog per account. So choose wisely if you are a frequent offender on blog creation, like me.

How To:
Go here: http://www.facebook.com/editnotes.php

(you should be able to find the tag that says "Import Notes"

Click there.

Then simply add your blog address and you will see all your blog posts roll in.

Extra Tip! If you post a blog that you DON'T want added to your profile page, simply beat the clock. Post the blog as you normally would on your blog account. Then quickly head over to your FB account and DELETE the note import on your profile. For the most part, you should be safe.

Happy blog importing!

Facebook Blamed for Low Reunion Turnout

This an interesting article about how people are deciding NOT to attend their high school and college reunions simply because they can satisfy their curiosity on facebook. Ten year reunions have been the hardest hit.

It's true. If you can view, interact and gawk at your once classmates, why show up at a live party with the in-person faces? Heck, you could save hundreds on travel reservations and dining if you simply stay online.

In fact, why not just hold an online chatroom reunion and save thousands on an actual LIVE reunion!

...I hope you can note the sarcasm in my text.

I certainly think that people can create an un-realistic online perception. And you certainly can't give someone a hug online. (Or a good snarling eye roll to that bully whose once fit physique has turned to mush.)

But do read the entire article here:

Turnout falls for 10th reunions; Facebook effect?

Here's an excerpt:

""They're just not going to their reunions as much," said Wanda Diroll, who owns Creative Reunions in Torrance, Calif., and is also president of the National Association of Reunion Managers.
Professional reunion planners aim to get 30 percent of a graduating class at the gatherings. While 20-, 40- and 50-year reunions remain popular, at least four association members have stopped planning 10-year reunions altogether, Diroll said."

Own a Business or Brand? Get a Page on Facebook!

Own a business? 

Manage a brand?

Provide a service?

Yes? Keep reading.

Do you have a website? 

(if yes, good start)
Do you have a blog? 

(if yes, great start!)

Are you on facebook with a business page and group??

NO?!

Let's chat.

If you are in charge of a business, a brand or even a professional service-you have got to get on facebook. It is a no brainer.

Why, you ask?

If you have a page and/or group for your service or business online for facebook you can do the following:

-update daily specials
-import notes from your business blog
-allow current and future customers to become 'a fan' of your business
-allow discussion amongst fans (moderated by you)
-update specials and provide discounts to your fb fans.
-remind your fans of menu updates, special events and news from your business
-its FREE advertising....need I say more.

Another reason to get on FB. Facebook use has increased. People are not strolling the streets checking out new businesses. People are not browsing their phonebook. People are online.

One study suggested: Workers spend up to an hour of their workday on social networking sites like facebook. And that's only while at work!

So after you have created a facebook account for yourself, as the owner of your business, 

create a PAGE, an AD, and even a GROUP!

...invite some friends to join, promote the pages on your business blog/website...

and watch the FANS roll in.

...and more FANS=more CUSTOMERS.

A few good examples of businesses who have Facebook pages are here:

FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES
Design Within Reach
MAX BRENNER CHOCOLATE
Haagan Dazs

Facebook 101

So you want to join facebook, but don't know the first steps to take?

Its very simple, follow these easy steps to opening your account:

1. Open a new account.
Use your real name, usable email and don't skimp on info. You can always update your privacy settings later.

2. Upload a photo of your face.
No one wants to network with a faceless friend. Upload 1-10 photos of your face. You can also include photos you like, photos with friends, photos of pets. Choose the best photos of yourself. Duh.

3. Fill in your info.
Don't feel pressure to rite your whole life story But include things like relationship status, your job, age, location. These are very normal stats that help people know you online. Again, no one wants to be friends with someone who doesn't share a little info about themselves. Also very important, add your networks. Meaning where you went to school, college, hometown, current town and places of work past in present. This will help you connect to people you know and knew!

4. Join Some Groups
Groups are a great way to express your likes while also joining communities you enjoy.

5. Become a Fan
Like the beach? Become a fan of the beach page. Like sleep? Become a fan. You can be a fan of everything from movies, celebrities, literature, consumer products, brands and even places.
Might I suggest a great group called The Lunchbox Bunch.

6. Find Your Friends
Now that you are a whole online person, you can start finding your friends. Real ones. You already know in real life. Search based on schools, colleges, workplaces and even cities. You can also find friends using your current email contacts. There is an easy box on the right side of your screen when you click on the friend finder.

7. Sit Back and View your PROFILE.
Click on PROFILE and look at yourself! Do you like what you see? If not, simply edit as you please.

8. Privacy Settings
Very important. You will want to customize your privacy settings. I don't recommend hiding EVERYTHING from non-friends. But a little discretion is a very good thing online. Also, edit the privacy settings of your photos. You can customize the setting on each album.

Questions? Search the help section. You can also always post a question in the comments section for me to respond to.