5 Secrets to Get More Out of Facebook. How to get more value & add more value to others by HeatherO

1. 5 Secrets to Get More Out of facebook
Show Up: Sounds obvious, but the more you show up, the more you will get out of it. That
means really showing up and engaging!
Give: The easiest thing to give on facebook is acknowledgment. In 5 minutes you can like or
comment on countless posts, pictures and links, wish someone a happy birthday and make
someone’s day! When people take the time to post something, it’s because it matters to
them! Just ‘noticing and acknowledging’ is a huge gift! (And don’t ever let anyone’s comment
or message go un‐acknowledged! I don’t care how busy you are or famous you are! Never be
too busy to respond to someone who took the time to connect with you)
Share: People really do care what you say and do! This is hard for people to understand, but
it’s true. Your friends like knowing what you are up to and sharing your life. Those who aren’t
‘real life’ friends, get to know you by what you share. You never know when your great news,
botched dinner, ridiculously crazy day or the funny thing your kid said, will make someone
smile, feel better about their day or just feel good because they feel a little closer to you.
Never underestimate the value of your own story!
Share things that you like with your friends! Even if you don’t go to Youtube, you can share
videos that others’ post on FB with your friends. If you read a great article, share it. Look for
ways to add value to others!
Give: Give whatever you are good at! If you’re funny, share your wit by posting things that
are funny. If you are a nurturer, look for ways to nurture someone who needs it. Give your
gifts! AND Give credit to others for theirs! Use the @mention feature to give a shout out to
someone who deserves it AND a link for others to find them on FB. Give them credit for great
posts or links, for a great accomplishment, or for providing you with a great service (ie Mary
Smith is the best massage therapist ever!).
Receive: You don’t give TO receive, but when you give, you will receive! Be open to receiving.
Be gracious, learn how to accept a compliment and always respond to those who give to you!
When it comes to business, know how you serve others and then ask your friends to help you
‘serve more’. You have to ask to receive, but ask the right way, by offering value.
Copyright HeatherO December 2009. Visit www.HeatherO.com for more like this,
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