How do Male & Female likely voters differ? Who is more likely to be using social media to research the candidates and who is more excited to vote? Find out!
The document summarizes research from surveys on youth exposure to online pornography and violence. It finds that around one-third of youth report unwanted exposure to pornography, with older teens and boys more likely to report it. Around 10-13% report intentional exposure, with older boys more likely. Exposure to violent websites is low at 2-4%. Youth reporting any exposure tend to face other challenges like substance use, bullying, and poor family relationships. The document concludes that simply knowing about certain websites is not enough for youth to visit them.
The document summarizes the key findings of a survey conducted by Vocus and Brian Solis on perceptions of what makes an online influencer. Some of the main findings include:
1) While most respondents saw a difference between influence and popularity, the distinction was not always clear. There was also a perceived correlation between reach and influence.
2) The top factors contributing to influence were the quality of one's network and the quality of content created, as well as the ability to drive measurable outcomes.
3) Creating compelling content was seen as the most important action for increasing influence, though there were varying views on how to effectively measure influence.
4) A majority of senior executives said they would be
The document summarizes the key findings of a survey conducted by Vocus and Brian Solis on perceptions of online influence. Some of the main findings include:
1) Respondents perceived a difference between influence and popularity, though the distinction is not always clear. There is seen to be a correlation between reach and influence on social networks.
2) Factors like the quality of one's network, quality of content, ability to drive outcomes, and relationship depth contribute most to perceptions of influence.
3) Creating compelling content is seen as important for increasing influence, but measuring influence effectively showed varying views.
4) Senior executives such as CEOs and CMOs were more willing to pay influencers
The need for human affiliation and forming relationships is biologically rooted. While some feel this need more strongly than others, friendship motivation and establishing warm interpersonal connections have been extensively studied. Online dating allows people to form relationships based more on personality rather than superficial characteristics, though it also presents some risks if users misrepresent themselves. Ultimately, effective communication is key to developing relationships both online and offline.
Online dating has grown to a $4 billion industry, with 17% of married couples meeting online. It is most popular for ages 18-29 but seniors aged 55+ are the fastest growing segment. Motivations for online dating include convenience, eliminating geography barriers, and lessening rejection. However, up to 25% of online daters misrepresent themselves, most commonly being shorter, poorer, or posting older photos than reality. User behavior analysis shows that while all ethnicities are open to online dating, black females are most active but receive least responses and many users still prefer to date within their own race.
Grant-Shackleford; Using Social Media For Sobriety Recovery... PP; APA Conven...Dr. Don Grant, CCDC, PhD
This study examined preferences, beliefs, behaviors, and experiences of individuals using both face-to-face and mediated (online) sobriety support. The study found:
1) Participants significantly preferred face-to-face sobriety support over mediated support.
2) Participants found it easier to be honest in face-to-face settings but were more likely to lie about their sobriety time.
3) Participants were more likely to be under the influence during face-to-face rather than mediated support.
4) Participants decreased their attendance at face-to-face support since using mediated support.
5) Greater use of face-to-face support predicted greater sobri
The document summarizes research from surveys on youth exposure to online pornography and violence. It finds that around one-third of youth report unwanted exposure to pornography, with older teens and boys more likely to report it. Around 10-13% report intentional exposure, with older boys more likely. Exposure to violent websites is low at 2-4%. Youth reporting any exposure tend to face other challenges like substance use, bullying, and poor family relationships. The document concludes that simply knowing about certain websites is not enough for youth to visit them.
The document summarizes the key findings of a survey conducted by Vocus and Brian Solis on perceptions of what makes an online influencer. Some of the main findings include:
1) While most respondents saw a difference between influence and popularity, the distinction was not always clear. There was also a perceived correlation between reach and influence.
2) The top factors contributing to influence were the quality of one's network and the quality of content created, as well as the ability to drive measurable outcomes.
3) Creating compelling content was seen as the most important action for increasing influence, though there were varying views on how to effectively measure influence.
4) A majority of senior executives said they would be
The document summarizes the key findings of a survey conducted by Vocus and Brian Solis on perceptions of online influence. Some of the main findings include:
1) Respondents perceived a difference between influence and popularity, though the distinction is not always clear. There is seen to be a correlation between reach and influence on social networks.
2) Factors like the quality of one's network, quality of content, ability to drive outcomes, and relationship depth contribute most to perceptions of influence.
3) Creating compelling content is seen as important for increasing influence, but measuring influence effectively showed varying views.
4) Senior executives such as CEOs and CMOs were more willing to pay influencers
The need for human affiliation and forming relationships is biologically rooted. While some feel this need more strongly than others, friendship motivation and establishing warm interpersonal connections have been extensively studied. Online dating allows people to form relationships based more on personality rather than superficial characteristics, though it also presents some risks if users misrepresent themselves. Ultimately, effective communication is key to developing relationships both online and offline.
Online dating has grown to a $4 billion industry, with 17% of married couples meeting online. It is most popular for ages 18-29 but seniors aged 55+ are the fastest growing segment. Motivations for online dating include convenience, eliminating geography barriers, and lessening rejection. However, up to 25% of online daters misrepresent themselves, most commonly being shorter, poorer, or posting older photos than reality. User behavior analysis shows that while all ethnicities are open to online dating, black females are most active but receive least responses and many users still prefer to date within their own race.
Grant-Shackleford; Using Social Media For Sobriety Recovery... PP; APA Conven...Dr. Don Grant, CCDC, PhD
This study examined preferences, beliefs, behaviors, and experiences of individuals using both face-to-face and mediated (online) sobriety support. The study found:
1) Participants significantly preferred face-to-face sobriety support over mediated support.
2) Participants found it easier to be honest in face-to-face settings but were more likely to lie about their sobriety time.
3) Participants were more likely to be under the influence during face-to-face rather than mediated support.
4) Participants decreased their attendance at face-to-face support since using mediated support.
5) Greater use of face-to-face support predicted greater sobri
This document discusses research on disclosure and identity in social media. It summarizes five sources that examine how online disclosure affects impression formation, relationships and community, the effect of identity on social media use, what constitutes highly personal information, and examinations of social identity. The document also outlines a proposed study on how social media disclosure affects internal identity and self-worth, with a questionnaire and focus groups examining topics like privacy, motivation for disclosure, and effects on self-esteem. Results suggest disclosure levels and truthfulness impact relationships and self-esteem, with more real disclosure correlating to greater online emotional involvement and connection.
2-13-14 St. Louis Urban League: Building and Managing Your Personal ReputationElizabeth Keserauskis
This document discusses managing your online reputation and personal brand. It notes that 40% of companies use social media to research candidates and that inappropriate online content can cause candidates to not be hired. Some common reasons for disqualification include provocative photos, evidence of drug or alcohol use, badmouthing previous employers, lying about qualifications, and discriminatory comments. It also provides examples of people who faced repercussions for unprofessional online behavior and lost jobs or educational opportunities as a result. The document emphasizes the importance of having a professional online presence and offers tips for maintaining a positive personal brand such as keeping social media profiles scrubbed of questionable content, using LinkedIn to showcase qualifications, and developing an elevator pitch.
Mapping Slacktivism: Patterns of low-threshold civic participation on the int...mysociety
Sandy presented a session at The Impacts of Civic Technology Conference (TICTeC2015) on 25 March 2015 in London.
To see more coverage of TICTeC2015, visit: http://lanyrd.com/2015/tictec/
A presentation for my social media class at the University of Nebraska-Omaha on the topic of polarization on social media, and the effects of echo chambers on online political discussions
This presentation discusses social media and its importance for nonprofits. Key points include:
- Social media can increase online giving and friendraising. Younger donors especially engage via social media.
- Data shows online giving increased 13% from 2010-2011, with 70% of millennials donating online.
- Successful social media involves aligning with your mission, understanding demographics, crafting engaging messages, and picking the right platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
- Content, imagery, and storytelling are important. Social media complements but does not replace in-person engagement. Measurement and compliance with regulations are also important.
This presentation discusses the rise of social media and online giving. Some key points include:
- Online giving has increased 13% from 2010-2011, with 70% of millennials donating online.
- Social media is best for relationship building rather than direct fundraising.
- Effective social media use requires strategy, understanding demographics, crafting the right messages, and choosing appropriate platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
- Imagery and stories are very important on social media to engage users and elicit donations.
Masculinity and Misogyny in the Digital AgeBrandwatch
Ditch the Label – one of the largest anti-bullying charities in the world – worked with Brandwatch to analyze 19 million public tweets over a four year period to explore the current climate of misogyny and constructs of masculinity as expressed across social media.
The project sheds light on discriminatory language, but should not be viewed as an argument for online censorship. Rather, the data points to the need for a nuanced approach, further open debate and awareness, and positive role models.
Social media & Communications - Pt. 1 - Segmentation surveyLarry Hicock
Pt. 1 summarizes social media research insights on Canada's online population - an ideal backgrounder for understanding how this research was applied in mounting the game-changing 2010 Calgary mayoralty campaign (featured in Pt. 2)
This is a group project for a Social Work and Technology course. It was created with a collabortive effort by Caroline Duggan, Melissa Hatfield and Kristen Montour. Enjoy! (There is sound on the first slide and the 15th slide, however, it does not work on some computers).
How 'Social' are Social News Sites? Exploring the Motivations for Using Reddi...Toine Bogers
The document summarizes a study that explored the motivations for using the social news site Reddit.com. The researchers developed a framework of 26 motivational factors organized into 4 top-level categories: personal, social, informational, and website characteristics. They conducted a survey of Reddit users to validate the framework. The results showed the top motivating factors were related to entertainment, curiosity, and passing time. Comments from users indicated they use Reddit for fun, procrastination, and the positive feelings it provides. The framework was largely validated by the empirical survey results.
Slides from our tutorial titled 'Polarization on social media' presented at ICWSM 2017. Covers various aspects of polarization from a technical and sociology perspective.
If you have questions/comments, please contact Kiran Garimella (kiran.garimella@aalto.fi)
Online dating has grown significantly in popularity, with some sites having over 20 million members. However, psychologists note some weaknesses in relying solely on online profiles to find matches and point out that developing a lasting relationship takes ongoing work, not just finding the perfect match through algorithms. While online dating allows for more connections, it also enables greater deception, as studies found people often lie about physical attributes and life details in their profiles. Overall, online dating provides more opportunities for meeting people but developing a committed relationship takes effort regardless of how the couple met initially.
This document discusses computer and internet addiction as a new mental health issue. Rapidly evolving technology has led to increased usage of computers and the internet for work, home, and school. The document defines addiction and dependency, and discusses how internet usage can become psychologically addictive through tolerance, withdrawal, and compulsive use. Research suggests 5.7% of internet users may have compulsive usage, particularly with chat rooms, pornography, online shopping, and email. Treatment involves cognitive behavioral therapy, support groups, and medication in some cases. Resources for treatment and information are provided.
Lee Rainie, director of internet and technology research, presented a synthesis of the Pew Research Center’s growing explorations of issues related to trust, facts and democracy at a forum hosted by the International Institute of Communications on December 5, 2018. His presentation covered Center findings related to declining trust in institutions, increasing challenges tied to misinformation and the ways in which concerns about trust and truth are linked to public attitudes about democracy.
Increasing Voter Knowledge with Pre-Election Interventions on FacebookMIT GOV/LAB
As part of our Data Science to Solve Social Problems series, Facebook Data Scientist Winter Mason presented on efforts to increase online civic engagement.
This document discusses how to add value through social media for non-profits. It outlines that trust in institutions is low but trust in non-profits is higher. Content curation and authentic engagement on social media can help raise money and build trust. Measuring success includes both online metrics like views and engagement as well as offline metrics like retention and giving. The homework assignment suggests following nonprofit CEOs on social media to learn from their examples.
Social media has become a dominant form of communication worldwide, with billions of active users. However, excessive social media use has been linked to increased rates of anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, and negative effects on relationships and well-being. The fear of missing out online and constant social comparison can increase anxiety. Isolation from real-world interactions reduces social skills and encourages focusing on curated online personas over developing a sense of self. The rise of social anxiety and depression on college campuses correlates with increased social media multitasking. Maintaining a healthy balance between online and offline social interaction supports overall well-being.
Consumer confidence rebounded in November, rising 3 points from October to 47.5%. While confidence and holiday spending plans were up slightly from last year, consumers remained practical in their purchasing and focused on needs over wants. On average, US holiday shoppers plan to spend $806 on gifts and holiday items, flat compared to last year, but when including self-gifting, total planned holiday spending is $937, up 4.1% from 2014. Generations X and Baby Boomers currently account for 65% of the $138 billion in total planned holiday gift spending.
Red Mall Ghaziabad Shops at 11% Assured Returnashokjai
Mr. Rakesh Babbar has over 15 years experience in theme parks and is managing director of companies involved in developing amusement parks. The document discusses the Indian retail industry, noting it is valued at $450 billion and organized retail makes up only 3% but is expected to grow rapidly. It then describes the R.E.D. retail and entertainment project in Ghaziabad, including features, concepts, and investment details for the first phase.
Igor Zharkov nació en 1962 en Tver, Rusia. Su familia se mudó por todo el país, lo que le permitió ver diferentes paisajes y despertar su interés por el dibujo. En 1975, Igor se unió a la Escuela de Arte para Niños de Nizhnekamsk, donde estudió durante 3 años.
This document discusses research on disclosure and identity in social media. It summarizes five sources that examine how online disclosure affects impression formation, relationships and community, the effect of identity on social media use, what constitutes highly personal information, and examinations of social identity. The document also outlines a proposed study on how social media disclosure affects internal identity and self-worth, with a questionnaire and focus groups examining topics like privacy, motivation for disclosure, and effects on self-esteem. Results suggest disclosure levels and truthfulness impact relationships and self-esteem, with more real disclosure correlating to greater online emotional involvement and connection.
2-13-14 St. Louis Urban League: Building and Managing Your Personal ReputationElizabeth Keserauskis
This document discusses managing your online reputation and personal brand. It notes that 40% of companies use social media to research candidates and that inappropriate online content can cause candidates to not be hired. Some common reasons for disqualification include provocative photos, evidence of drug or alcohol use, badmouthing previous employers, lying about qualifications, and discriminatory comments. It also provides examples of people who faced repercussions for unprofessional online behavior and lost jobs or educational opportunities as a result. The document emphasizes the importance of having a professional online presence and offers tips for maintaining a positive personal brand such as keeping social media profiles scrubbed of questionable content, using LinkedIn to showcase qualifications, and developing an elevator pitch.
Mapping Slacktivism: Patterns of low-threshold civic participation on the int...mysociety
Sandy presented a session at The Impacts of Civic Technology Conference (TICTeC2015) on 25 March 2015 in London.
To see more coverage of TICTeC2015, visit: http://lanyrd.com/2015/tictec/
A presentation for my social media class at the University of Nebraska-Omaha on the topic of polarization on social media, and the effects of echo chambers on online political discussions
This presentation discusses social media and its importance for nonprofits. Key points include:
- Social media can increase online giving and friendraising. Younger donors especially engage via social media.
- Data shows online giving increased 13% from 2010-2011, with 70% of millennials donating online.
- Successful social media involves aligning with your mission, understanding demographics, crafting engaging messages, and picking the right platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
- Content, imagery, and storytelling are important. Social media complements but does not replace in-person engagement. Measurement and compliance with regulations are also important.
This presentation discusses the rise of social media and online giving. Some key points include:
- Online giving has increased 13% from 2010-2011, with 70% of millennials donating online.
- Social media is best for relationship building rather than direct fundraising.
- Effective social media use requires strategy, understanding demographics, crafting the right messages, and choosing appropriate platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
- Imagery and stories are very important on social media to engage users and elicit donations.
Masculinity and Misogyny in the Digital AgeBrandwatch
Ditch the Label – one of the largest anti-bullying charities in the world – worked with Brandwatch to analyze 19 million public tweets over a four year period to explore the current climate of misogyny and constructs of masculinity as expressed across social media.
The project sheds light on discriminatory language, but should not be viewed as an argument for online censorship. Rather, the data points to the need for a nuanced approach, further open debate and awareness, and positive role models.
Social media & Communications - Pt. 1 - Segmentation surveyLarry Hicock
Pt. 1 summarizes social media research insights on Canada's online population - an ideal backgrounder for understanding how this research was applied in mounting the game-changing 2010 Calgary mayoralty campaign (featured in Pt. 2)
This is a group project for a Social Work and Technology course. It was created with a collabortive effort by Caroline Duggan, Melissa Hatfield and Kristen Montour. Enjoy! (There is sound on the first slide and the 15th slide, however, it does not work on some computers).
How 'Social' are Social News Sites? Exploring the Motivations for Using Reddi...Toine Bogers
The document summarizes a study that explored the motivations for using the social news site Reddit.com. The researchers developed a framework of 26 motivational factors organized into 4 top-level categories: personal, social, informational, and website characteristics. They conducted a survey of Reddit users to validate the framework. The results showed the top motivating factors were related to entertainment, curiosity, and passing time. Comments from users indicated they use Reddit for fun, procrastination, and the positive feelings it provides. The framework was largely validated by the empirical survey results.
Slides from our tutorial titled 'Polarization on social media' presented at ICWSM 2017. Covers various aspects of polarization from a technical and sociology perspective.
If you have questions/comments, please contact Kiran Garimella (kiran.garimella@aalto.fi)
Online dating has grown significantly in popularity, with some sites having over 20 million members. However, psychologists note some weaknesses in relying solely on online profiles to find matches and point out that developing a lasting relationship takes ongoing work, not just finding the perfect match through algorithms. While online dating allows for more connections, it also enables greater deception, as studies found people often lie about physical attributes and life details in their profiles. Overall, online dating provides more opportunities for meeting people but developing a committed relationship takes effort regardless of how the couple met initially.
This document discusses computer and internet addiction as a new mental health issue. Rapidly evolving technology has led to increased usage of computers and the internet for work, home, and school. The document defines addiction and dependency, and discusses how internet usage can become psychologically addictive through tolerance, withdrawal, and compulsive use. Research suggests 5.7% of internet users may have compulsive usage, particularly with chat rooms, pornography, online shopping, and email. Treatment involves cognitive behavioral therapy, support groups, and medication in some cases. Resources for treatment and information are provided.
Lee Rainie, director of internet and technology research, presented a synthesis of the Pew Research Center’s growing explorations of issues related to trust, facts and democracy at a forum hosted by the International Institute of Communications on December 5, 2018. His presentation covered Center findings related to declining trust in institutions, increasing challenges tied to misinformation and the ways in which concerns about trust and truth are linked to public attitudes about democracy.
Increasing Voter Knowledge with Pre-Election Interventions on FacebookMIT GOV/LAB
As part of our Data Science to Solve Social Problems series, Facebook Data Scientist Winter Mason presented on efforts to increase online civic engagement.
This document discusses how to add value through social media for non-profits. It outlines that trust in institutions is low but trust in non-profits is higher. Content curation and authentic engagement on social media can help raise money and build trust. Measuring success includes both online metrics like views and engagement as well as offline metrics like retention and giving. The homework assignment suggests following nonprofit CEOs on social media to learn from their examples.
Social media has become a dominant form of communication worldwide, with billions of active users. However, excessive social media use has been linked to increased rates of anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, and negative effects on relationships and well-being. The fear of missing out online and constant social comparison can increase anxiety. Isolation from real-world interactions reduces social skills and encourages focusing on curated online personas over developing a sense of self. The rise of social anxiety and depression on college campuses correlates with increased social media multitasking. Maintaining a healthy balance between online and offline social interaction supports overall well-being.
Consumer confidence rebounded in November, rising 3 points from October to 47.5%. While confidence and holiday spending plans were up slightly from last year, consumers remained practical in their purchasing and focused on needs over wants. On average, US holiday shoppers plan to spend $806 on gifts and holiday items, flat compared to last year, but when including self-gifting, total planned holiday spending is $937, up 4.1% from 2014. Generations X and Baby Boomers currently account for 65% of the $138 billion in total planned holiday gift spending.
Red Mall Ghaziabad Shops at 11% Assured Returnashokjai
Mr. Rakesh Babbar has over 15 years experience in theme parks and is managing director of companies involved in developing amusement parks. The document discusses the Indian retail industry, noting it is valued at $450 billion and organized retail makes up only 3% but is expected to grow rapidly. It then describes the R.E.D. retail and entertainment project in Ghaziabad, including features, concepts, and investment details for the first phase.
Igor Zharkov nació en 1962 en Tver, Rusia. Su familia se mudó por todo el país, lo que le permitió ver diferentes paisajes y despertar su interés por el dibujo. En 1975, Igor se unió a la Escuela de Arte para Niños de Nizhnekamsk, donde estudió durante 3 años.
1) Consumer confidence remains low as consumers worry about the state of the economy, high unemployment, rising gas prices, and their financial future.
2) Consumers are being practical in their purchasing, favoring necessities and delaying large purchases. Many are also driving less, carpooling more, and changing vacation plans due to high gas prices.
3) The next 90 days will see consumers spending more on necessities like food and gas but maintaining or reducing spending on most other items as economic uncertainty persists.
Pol Ledent was born in 1952 in Belgium. He began painting with watercolors in 1989 but felt that oil painting better suited his style. Although self-taught, he took some drawing lessons at a Belgian academy. After participating in numerous group exhibitions, some galleries in Belgium offered to exhibit his works.
El documento destaca las muchas cosas que damos por sentado en la vida, como la educación, la familia, los amigos, los sentidos, la salud y la naturaleza. Nos recuerda apreciar estos regalos de la vida, desde los padres que nos dieron a luz hasta la risa y el amor que le dan belleza y significado a la existencia. Aunque el mundo tiene problemas como la guerra y el hambre, aún tenemos suerte de vivir y experimentar todo lo hermoso que la vida tiene para ofrecer.
http://www.authorstream.com/Presentation/CachiChien-2010478-ohaguro-tradition/
(Japanese custom to dye their teeth black) (Costumbre japonesa de teñirse los dientes de negro)
TRUSTONE CITY NOIDA EXTENSION, WEGMANS SEZ NOIDA, CALL 9654953105ashokjai
The document describes an office space project called Artha Infratech (SEZ) Noida Extension. It provides details about the project such as location, facilities, price list and payment plans. Wegmans Group of Companies is developing the project, which will have furnished and unfurnished office spaces available for purchase. The project offers assured returns, tax benefits and is located near residential and commercial areas as well as upcoming transportation infrastructure. Payment plans include down payment options with discounts or assured returns, as well as flexible construction-linked plans.
Románico y mudejar de Daroca (Aragón, España)Cachi Chien
Daroca es una ciudad situada al sur de Zaragoza, España. Tiene más de 4 km de murallas medievales y varias iglesias notables como San Miguel, San Juan y Santo Domingo. Según la leyenda, durante una batalla en 1239 las formas consagradas de la eucaristía quedaron impresas en sangre sobre los corporales y una mula llevó mágicamente los corporales a Daroca, donde se guardan como reliquia.
- Consumer confidence dropped 4 points month-over-month to 45.2% in July 2015, the lowest level for the year but still above levels from late 2014.
- As confidence decreased, consumers became more practical and focused on needs over wants in their purchasing. The proportion saying they had become more practical spiked to 51.7% in July.
- The outlook for economic recovery was unchanged from a year ago, with about a third positive it would rebound, some more unsure, and declining numbers feeling less wealthy than the previous year.
Consumer sentiment rebounded in November 2014 to a 7-year high, with 46.6% of consumers confident in the economy. While confidence dipped in October, high levels in September and November suggest consumers may be breaking from low confidence that has characterized much of 2014. Holiday spending plans increased 4.8% over last year to an average of $804 per person on gifts, décor, food, and flowers, though total planned spending including self-purchases rose only 3.2% to $931 due to tempered growth. Generations X and Baby Boomers currently account for 67% of projected holiday gift spending.
The document summarizes consumer sentiment and spending trends for October 2015. Consumer confidence remained steady from September but below the 13-month average. More consumers expect layoffs in the coming months. In response, consumers are focusing more on necessities and practical purchases. For Halloween, celebrants plan to spend slightly less than last year on costumes, candy, decorations and cards. Younger consumers are more likely to dress up and draw costume ideas from various social media sources.
According to a survey of over 5,000 Americans in April 2011, President Obama received mixed grades for his performance on the economy, with 1 in 3 Democrats giving him a C but 1 in 3 adults overall giving him an F. His grades were lower for job creation, likely due to high unemployment, but more favorable for national security. The report was produced by BIGresearch based on data from the American Pulse survey.
Consumer confidence in the US economy reached a 7-year high in December 2014 according to a survey by Prosper Insights & Analytics. The survey found 47.2% of US adults were confident or very confident in the strength of the economy. While consumer sentiment and confidence are up, consumers remain focused on financial practicality and necessities over wants. Coupons were cited as the top media influence on holiday shopping across all generations, though millennials are less likely than older generations to clip coupons from newspaper inserts and more likely to use coupons scanned on mobile devices.
A poll of over 5,000 registered voters found that among Republican candidates, Mitt Romney was the only one currently leading President Obama. The poll also showed that among independent voters, Mitt Romney, Mike Huckabee, Donald Trump, and Newt Gingrich currently led President Obama. Finally, the poll indicated that Mitt Romney had the best chance of any Republican candidate of defeating President Obama in the 2012 election, while Donald Trump was seen as most likely to sway Democratic voters.
This document discusses two topics: A Century of Heroes from Massillon, Ohio and the music Tío Caimán from Panamá. It provides the location and genre of music for each topic in just a few words with no other details or context provided.
The document summarizes consumer sentiment and spending plans for October 2013 based on a consumer survey. It finds that consumer confidence dropped sharply to 28.3% due to the government shutdown, with Gen X and Baby Boomers most likely to report a potential impact on spending. Halloween spending plans were estimated at $75 per celebrant, down from the previous year, with costumes being the top spending category. Online searches, retail stores, and friends/family were cited as the most common sources for Halloween costume inspiration.
This Special Election 2012 Preview includes which political parties are paying attention to election coverage, which media sources voters are using, and which issues will be key.
- 70.3% of adults 18+ have been paying some or a lot of attention to the 2012 election, with Republicans paying the most attention at 81.3%.
- 67.9% of adults 18+ have been paying some or a lot of attention to Republican candidates, with Republicans paying the most attention at 83.3%.
- The top three forms of media used to get information on candidates are TV, the internet, and newspapers. The economy has the most impact on how adults 18+ will vote.
Reuters/Ipsos Core Political: Presidential Approval Tracker (07/01/2020)Ipsos Public Affairs
This document summarizes the results of an Ipsos poll conducted for Thomson Reuters between June 29-30, 2020. It provides data on various political and policy issues from a sample of 1,115 American adults, including registered Democratic, Republican, and Independent voters. The results include approval ratings for President Trump, views on important issues like the economy and coronavirus response, and preferences in a hypothetical Biden vs. Trump general election matchup. The document also describes the methodology used in the poll and provides an appendix on calculating Bayesian credibility intervals.
How 2020 Changed the Job Search LandscapeFairygodboss
Fairygodboss surveyed 1,000 men and women to learn more about how they look for and evaluate potential employers and job opportunities. While men and women share some similarities when it comes to compensation, their priorities differ when it comes to additional benefits and social issues. Women are more likely to care about an employer's stance on gender and racial equality, so we surveyed an additional 500 women to learn more about how they believe media and corporate attention will, or will not, affect racial inequalities in the workplace. Read the full report to learn more.
Reuters/Ipsos Core Political Survey: Presidential Approval Tracker (08/12/2020)Ipsos Public Affairs
This document summarizes the results of an Ipsos poll conducted for Thomson Reuters between August 10-11, 2020. It provides data on Americans' views on various political issues, including:
- Most think the country is headed in the wrong direction rather than the right direction.
- Healthcare, the economy, and unemployment are seen as the most important problems facing the country.
- Approval of Trump's job performance is around 40% overall but much higher among Republicans and lower among Democrats.
- About half approve of Trump's handling of the economy but fewer approve of his handling of healthcare and COVID-19.
- In a hypothetical election today, Biden leads Trump among all adults and registered
This document discusses how social media influences political involvement. It presents research questions about the influence of Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and blogs on political opinions and whether college students are more politically involved on campus or at home. It then outlines the methodology, including a questionnaire, and presents some preliminary findings showing high social media usage and an increase in younger voter turnout from 2008.
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This document discusses meaningful social media strategies for nonprofits. It provides an overview of important social media platforms for nonprofits, how to effectively engage audiences on these platforms, tips for using tools to track results, the importance of developing eNewsletters, strategies for growing audiences, and examples of effective nonprofit social media use. It aims to help nonprofits optimize their use of social media to further their missions.
Reuters/Ipsos Core Political: Presidential Approval Tracker (06/24/2020)Ipsos Public Affairs
This document summarizes the results of an Ipsos poll conducted for Thomson Reuters between June 22-23, 2020. It provides data on topics including views on the direction of the country, approval ratings for President Trump, concerns about COVID-19, and partisan identification. The poll surveyed 1,115 American adults with margins of error between 3.3-12.0 percentage points depending on the subgroup. It also explains how the data was weighted and how Bayesian credibility intervals were calculated.
Reuters/Ipsos Core Political Survey: Impeachment Tracker (02/05/2020)Ipsos Public Affairs
This document summarizes the results of an Ipsos poll conducted for Thomson Reuters between February 3-4, 2020. It includes data on:
- Americans' views on the direction of the country, with 33% saying right direction and 52% wrong track.
- The most important problems facing the country, with healthcare at 20% and economy at 12%.
- Approval of President Trump at 42% approve and 54% disapprove.
- Views on impeachment, with 41% saying Trump should be removed and 31% saying charges dismissed.
Reuters/Ipsos Core Political Survey: 2020 Democratic Primary Tracker (09/11/2...Ipsos Public Affairs
This document summarizes the results of an Ipsos poll conducted for Thomson Reuters between September 9-10, 2019. It provides data on Americans' views on political issues like the direction of the country, approval of President Trump, and the 2020 Democratic primary race. The poll surveyed over 1,100 Americans and had a credibility interval of +/- 3.3% for all adults and +/- 5% for partisan groups. It shows percentages who think the country is headed in the right or wrong direction, approval of Trump over time, familiarity and favorability of 2020 Democratic candidates, and current primary support among Democrats.
Reuters/Ipsos Core Political Survey: 2020 Democratic Primary Tracker (08/07/2...Ipsos Public Affairs
This document summarizes the results of an Ipsos poll conducted for Thomson Reuters between August 1-5, 2019. It provides data on:
- Americans' views on the direction of the country, with most saying it is on the wrong track.
- The most important problems facing America, with immigration and healthcare topping the list.
- Approval ratings for President Trump, which have remained stable at around 40% approval and 50% disapproval.
- Familiarity and favorability ratings for 2020 Democratic presidential candidates such as Biden, Sanders, and Warren among all Americans and Democratic voters.
- Hypothetical 2020 Democratic primary horseraces, which in August showed Biden with a clear lead nationally and
The document discusses the impacts of social networking usage. It finds that most people agree that social media is used daily for long hours. Spending too much time on social networking can negatively impact teenagers by creating isolation from families. It can also decrease efficiency and health while promoting a social decline in moral values. People are vulnerable to cyberbullying and misuse of personal information when using social media. Both males and females face a lack of privacy as a threat. While social networking connects people, individuals experience different impacts and overuse can lower productivity and cause a loss of opportunities. Social media should be used to improve life quality while avoiding threats.
This document summarizes the findings of a survey exploring the role of social media in influencing perceptions and voter behavior in the 2012 US presidential election. Some key findings include:
- The economy was the top issue determining votes, followed by health care and the federal deficit.
- Four in ten used social media to keep up with political news, debate issues, and find others with similar views.
- While three in ten said social media moderately or extremely influenced their views of candidates, nearly half of 18-25 year olds reported influence.
- Sample tweets from November 2012 are presented to illustrate levels of reach and partisan leanings on social media around that time.
- Nearly two-thirds of professionals surveyed used social media, with LinkedIn and Facebook being most popular. Younger professionals and females were more likely to use social media.
- While social media allows for efficient communication, professionals had concerns about information confidentiality and controlling messages once posted.
- Companies are beginning to develop social media policies but are uncertain how to regulate different platforms. Control of information and separating personal and professional communications were key goals.
- Social media use is expected to continue growing as younger consumers and employees drive adoption, but traditional communication methods will still be needed to reach all audiences.
Reuters/Ipsos Core Political: Presidential Approval Tracker (07/08/2020)Ipsos Public Affairs
This document summarizes the results of an Ipsos poll conducted for Thomson Reuters between July 6-7, 2020. It provides data on:
- Approval ratings for President Trump's overall job performance and handling of specific issues like the economy and coronavirus. His approval is around 38% overall and 37% for coronavirus.
- If the 2020 election was held, support is around 40% for Biden and 37% for Trump in head-to-head matchup polls.
- Concern about coronavirus spread remains high, with around 80% of Democrats and 70% of Republicans concerned.
- Finally, it outlines the demographic makeup and methodology of the online poll of over 1,100 American adults.
Reuters/Ipsos Core Political Survey: Impeachment Tracker (01/22/2020)Ipsos Public Affairs
This document summarizes the results of an Ipsos poll conducted for Thomson Reuters between January 21-22, 2020. It provides data on Americans' views on various political issues including:
- 55% saying the country is on the wrong track, while 31% say it's heading in the right direction.
- Healthcare, the economy, and immigration are seen as the most important problems facing the country.
- 39% approve and 56% disapprove of President Trump's job performance.
- On impeachment, 44% believe Trump should be removed from office while 31% believe the charges should be dismissed.
Reuters/Ipsos Core Political: Presidential Approval Tracker (07/22/2020)Ipsos Public Affairs
This document summarizes the results of an Ipsos poll conducted for Thomson Reuters between July 15-21, 2020. It provides data on political issues including:
- Views on the direction of the country, with 67% saying things are on the wrong track.
- Approval ratings for President Trump, which show 38% approve and 57% disapprove.
- Preferences in a Biden vs. Trump presidential election, with Biden leading Trump 43% to 34%.
- Concerns about the coronavirus pandemic, with over 90% of Democrats concerned about spread.
Reuters/Ipsos Core Political Survey: Presidential Approval Tracker (08/19/2020)Ipsos Public Affairs
This document summarizes the results of an Ipsos poll conducted for Thomson Reuters between August 14-18, 2020. It provides details on the methodology, sample size, and margins of error. Key findings include:
- 23% of Americans think the country is heading in the right direction, while 65% think it is on the wrong track.
- The top issues facing the country are the economy (20%), unemployment (10%), and healthcare (18%).
- 39% of Americans approve of President Trump's overall job performance, while 56% disapprove.
- On handling the coronavirus pandemic specifically, 39% approve and 56% disapprove of President Trump.
- In a hypothetical general election, 40%
A survey of 307 economic development professionals found that 57% currently use social media in their communication efforts. The most commonly used platforms are Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Most organizations manage social media efforts through staff that have other responsibilities. Social media is seen as most important for communicating with those outside the region, and its importance is expected to continue growing in the next three years.
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Consumer sentiment increased in March, with 57.8% of Americans confident in the economy, representing a 15-year high. While older generations have been driving gains, sentiment among younger adults also rose 15% in March. However, consumers remain cautious spenders, with 36.9% focusing on practical purchases and 43.1% prioritizing needs over wants. Most consumers carry credit card debt between $1-5,000, though the percentage with $0 balances has declined 3% annually over 5 years as more take on smaller debts.
The document summarizes consumer sentiment and spending behaviors based on a survey from Prosper Insights & Analytics. It finds that while consumer confidence declined slightly from its peak in December, it remains high at 50.1% and well above the 13-month average. Sentiment has surged 19% year-over-year. Consumers continue focusing spending on necessities and essential needs rather than wants. Savings and paying down debt also remain financial priorities over the next three months as consumers maintain a cautious approach.
Consumer confidence cooled slightly in January but remains well above historical averages. While 52.3% of consumers are confident in the economy, down from December's high, this represents a 23% increase over January 2016. Consumers also showed signs of moderating spending after the holidays, with 37.2% reporting more practical purchases and 42.8% focusing only on needs. However, optimism for an economic rebound reached a new high of 37.8%, up over 6% from last year, though 38.1% remain unsure of recovery. Most consumers still believe the crisis will impact their lifestyles through 2022, primarily by sticking to budgets and scrutinizing purchases.
- Consumer sentiment surged in December 2016 with 54.5% of Americans confident in the economy, the highest level in over 10 years, as political anxiety eased somewhat.
- While confidence improved, practical purchase intentions and focus on necessities declined from last month, and one in ten plan to increase holiday spending by an average of $103 due to the election outcome.
- Men, higher-income households, and younger consumers under 45 have a more positive post-election holiday spending outlook compared to other groups.
The document discusses consumer sentiment and spending trends heading into the 2016 holiday season. It finds that consumer confidence remained flat in November at 42.7% prior to the election. While confidence was lackluster, consumers are still planning to spend on practical holiday needs. On average, individuals plan to spend $796 on gifts, décor, cards, food and flowers, down slightly from last year. When accounting for self-gifting, total holiday spending is forecast to be $936, up 4.4% year-over-year. Of note, Generation X is the only group with a positive spending outlook, planning to spend $46.6 billion on gifts.
- Consumer confidence declined 3 points from September to October 2016 according to a Prosper Insights & Analytics survey, with 42.7% now confident in the economy. This is 2 points below the 13-month average.
- With declining confidence, consumers' purchasing intentions have become more practical and focused on needs. 38.8% say they have become more practical in purchases compared to the 13-month average of 37.5%.
- Halloween spending is projected to hit a record high in 2016 with celebrants planning to spend $82.93 on costumes, candy, decorations and cards, up over 10% from 2015, possibly due to consumers seeking an escape from political and economic uncertainty.
- Consumer sentiment continues to improve from July's 13-month low, with 46.1% of consumers feeling confident or very confident in the U.S. economy in September. This is above the 13-month average of 44.8%.
- Sentiment is up 1 point from September 2015 and nearly 5 points higher than pre-recession levels in September 2007.
- Headed into the holiday season, preliminary holiday spending plans show those planning to spend "more" on gifts increased over 1 point from last year, while those planning to spend "less" remained relatively unchanged.
Consumer sentiment rebounded in August from its Brexit-influenced low in July, with 44.0% of Americans feeling confident in the economy. While an improvement over July, sentiment remains below its 13-month average. Practicality in purchases and focus on needs increased marginally in August compared to July. Consumers are expected to spend 6% more on back-to-school shopping this year compared to last, making it a "replenishment" year. Nearly half of shoppers plan to shop online, a nearly 30% increase year-over-year, while discount stores remain popular destinations.
- Consumer sentiment declined more than 10% from June to July 2016 following the Brexit vote and stock market drop, with only 41.1% feeling confident or very confident in the economy. This is the lowest reading in 13 months.
- While overall economic optimism remains, those unsure of the economy's direction increased year-over-year as did those feeling less wealthy compared to a year ago.
- In light of declining confidence, consumers focused more on practical purchases and buying only necessities in July compared to June.
- Consumer sentiment rebounded in June, with 46.3% feeling confident or very confident in the economy, up nearly 3 points from May. While confidence has followed an erratic pattern over the past year, the current reading is slightly above the 13-month average.
- When shopping online, consumers rank low prices as the most important service at 87.9%, but the importance of free shipping is rising and narrowing the gap. Younger generations place more importance on same-day delivery options.
- In June, practicality when spending and focus on needs declined slightly from May, tracking near 13-month averages.
Consumer sentiment declined in May, with 43.7% of Americans confident in the economy, down nearly 3 points from April and 2 points below the 13-month average. As confidence decreased, consumers became more practical in purchases, with 39.6% focusing only on needs. While savings sentiment has improved since the recession across all incomes, over 1/3 of Americans still feel financially insecure, reaching nearly 50% for lower-income households.
- Consumer confidence declined slightly in April according to a Prosper Insights & Analytics survey, with 46.4% feeling confident or very confident in the economy compared to 49% in March.
- Younger consumers aged 18-34 expressed the highest confidence but were also the most likely to report becoming more practical in purchases. Those aged 55+ expressed the lowest confidence and greatest concerns about political issues and personal safety.
- As confidence declined, consumers focused more on needs over wants and became more practical in purchases, signaling continued economic uncertainty.
- Consumer confidence rallied in March after declining for three consecutive months, with 47.4% feeling confident or very confident about the economy. However, this is still below the year-ago level and 13-month average.
- Practical purchase intentions remained stable despite shifting economic sentiment, with 35.7% becoming more practical in purchases and 40.5% focusing on needs over wants.
- Most consumers (40.6%) maintain credit card balances between $1,000-2,500, while 30.7% report having no balance. Average monthly household credit card debt is below the five-year average.
Consumer confidence declined slightly in February according to a survey by Prosper Insights & Analytics. The percentage of adults who are confident or very confident in the economy fell to 42.0%, down from 49.0% in February 2015. While consumers feel more positive about their savings than following the recession, the percentage who feel better off financially has plateaued just under 30% recently. In February, consumers indicated that paying down debt and increasing savings would be priorities over the next three months.
Consumer confidence dropped nearly 4 points in January 2016 to 42.5%, the lowest level in 13 months. While consumers remain focused on practical purchases, their emphasis on needs over wants when spending increased. Fewer consumers are optimistic about the economy rebounding, down 5% year-over-year to 35.4%, and nearly 39% are unsure if/when an economic recovery will occur. Most consumers indicate the economic crisis will impact their lifestyles over the next 5 years by sticking to budgets, being more price conscious, and spending less on dining out and credit card debt.
- Consumer confidence declined 2 points to 44.9% in September, a new low for the year due to stock market volatility. While slightly above the 13-month low, sentiment remains below the 13-month average.
- Despite declining confidence, practicality in purchases also decreased for the second straight month in September. Focus on necessities also declined from August and was down 10% from September 2014.
- Preliminary holiday spending plans show those planning to spend more on gifts remained flat year-over-year, while fewer plan to spend less, suggesting total gift spending may be around $600 billion.
Consumer sentiment rebounded slightly in August according to a Prosper Insights & Analytics report. Sentiment rose 2 points from July's low to 47.2% of consumers being very or somewhat confident in the economy. While an improvement over July, this is still below the 2015 average of 48.6%. Practical purchasing attitudes eased slightly from July but remain below last August's levels. Planned back-to-school spending is estimated at $68 billion for 2015, down 6% from last year, while back-to-college spending is forecast to decline only 2%.
Consumer sentiment increased slightly month-over-month in June, with nearly half of consumers feeling confident or very confident in the economy. While confidence has risen, consumers remain practical in their spending and focused on paying down debt and increasing savings. Gas prices remaining under $3 per gallon have provided relief for budgets, with half of consumers reporting no major impact on spending. Looking ahead, discretionary spending categories like dining out and home improvements are forecast to see brighter year-over-year growth through the summer.
- Consumer confidence remained relatively steady in May compared to April, lowering less than half a point. Confidence levels are up 18% from May 2014 and higher than pre-recession levels in May 2007.
- While confidence has dipped from highs earlier in the year, consumers continue to have a positive outlook on the economy. Practical purchasing attitudes have declined slightly in recent months.
- The consumer spending forecast suggests lackluster spending from April may continue into May, though discretionary categories may see stronger growth. Spending outlook is higher for lower-income households likely benefiting most from lower gas prices.
Consumer confidence increased slightly in April according to a survey by Prosper Insights & Analytics. Confidence rose 1.5 points to 49% as gas prices remained low. Younger consumers aged 18-34 expressed the most confidence in the economy but also felt the most practical about purchases. While about half of 18-34 year olds said they were saving for the future, they also felt the least financially stable of any age group.
El Puerto de Algeciras continúa un año más como el más eficiente del continente europeo y vuelve a situarse en el “top ten” mundial, según el informe The Container Port Performance Index 2023 (CPPI), elaborado por el Banco Mundial y la consultora S&P Global.
El informe CPPI utiliza dos enfoques metodológicos diferentes para calcular la clasificación del índice: uno administrativo o técnico y otro estadístico, basado en análisis factorial (FA). Según los autores, esta dualidad pretende asegurar una clasificación que refleje con precisión el rendimiento real del puerto, a la vez que sea estadísticamente sólida. En esta edición del informe CPPI 2023, se han empleado los mismos enfoques metodológicos y se ha aplicado un método de agregación de clasificaciones para combinar los resultados de ambos enfoques y obtener una clasificación agregada.
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