This document discusses how social media and engaging conversations can help organizations be heard. It provides examples of Canadian companies that have found success on social media. It argues that traditional marketing approaches are less effective now due to increased choice, distrust of intrusive ads, and the rise of user-generated content. Over half of brand touchpoints are now from consumers. The document advocates building trust and engaging audiences through social channels rather than interruptive ads. It shows that social media leads are more likely to convert than other online leads. The conclusion is that organizations need to adopt a new approach focused on building awareness, engaging audiences, and increasing revenue through social media.