This document provides an overview of various social media platforms and how businesses can utilize them. It discusses Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, blogs and other platforms. For each one it outlines key statistics, features, functionality and tips for business use such as posting regularly, engaging audiences, and integrating social media into an overall marketing and communications plan.
Introduction to Social Media for The Vermont Council
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4. Facebook.com Over 40% of all Facebook users are over age 35 today (up from 22% in 2009) – quite a change from Facebook’s roots as a social networking tool for college students just a few years ago. Social Media
13. Social Media Facebook.com Private Golf Club with a private Facebook Group Page Group Options Open Members are public, content is public Closed Members are public, content is private Secret Members are private, content is private
14. LinkedIn.com Social Media 90 Million users worldwide of professional network designed to serve businesses and executives
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Editor's Notes
Three years ago, I was not on Facebook. You couldn’t get me to sign up for it. I didn’t want my privacy invaded, nor was I one to share my daily activities. I’m still not, but I now understand its value personally and professionally.