The document discusses the evolution and future trends of social media. It describes how social media started as guaranteed meeting places but now helps people stay connected with family and friends as well as engage in professional networking, learning about world events, and entertainment activities. The document predicts that location services and mobile technology will redefine social media and that live video will grow. It also anticipates three types of firms emerging in the social media space: technology and analytics firms, strategy consulting firms, and outsourcing firms.

2. Once upon a time!!!!
tired

3. To connect faster

4. Evolution of Social Media

5. Usage
• Guaranteed Meeting Places
• Keep in Touch with Family and friends
• Professional Networking
• Staying Informed About the World
• Fun activities (gaming, songs)
• Shopping
• Blogs

6. Latest trends

7. More To Come.........
• Location + Mobile Will Redefine Social Media
• Business Networks Will Grow Faster
• Live Video & Mobile Video
• Realtime + Relevant + Timely Will Come To existence
• 3 Kinds Of Firms Will Emerge:
 Technology Analytics Firm
 Strategy Consulting Firms
 Outsourcing Firms
• Social Media Marketing Will Shift From How Many To Who?
• Social Media Marketing Will Shift From Outreach Value To
Engagement Value
• Social Media Marketing Will Shift From Talk And Listen – To Listen,
Index, Analyze, Strategize & Engage (Repeat)

8. Risks Involved

9. References
• http://www.pacific.edu/Campus-Life/Safety-and-
Conduct/Online-Social-Networking-Dangers-and-
Benefits-.html
• http://smallbusiness.chron.com/advantages-social-network-
sites-32069.html
• https://www.udemy.com/blog/advantages-and-disadvantages-
of-social-networking/