Published by Joe Solomon on 30 Jun 2009
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This month’s Net2 Think Tank question is: How do real-world (offline) events fit into social media conversations and campaigns? Joe Solomon’s response highlights research he has been doing around offline events for WiserEarth.org. Joe is active in the social justice and environmental world and runs his own social media strategy firm. › Continue reading… |
Published by Camilla on 12 Jun 2009
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As more and more communication is done electronically, face-to-face communication seems to be fading away. But in traditionally high touch countries like Mexico, Italy, Greece and France, face to face interactions are still the norm. WiserEarth is gradually building a network of in person gatherings, perhaps you would like to help? › Continue reading… |
Published by Peggy on 28 Apr 2009
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Nonprofits are embracing Social Networks: an industry survey reveals 74.2% of non-profits have a presence on Facebook. But is it being used successfully? Yes! At the Nonprofit Technology Conference session, “Confessions of a Social Media Campaigner” with Danielle Brigida, National Wildlife Federation, David J. Neff, American Cancer Society and Carie Lewis, The Humane Society we saw some impressive results and heard some cautionary tales. › Continue reading… |
Published by Angus on 15 Apr 2009
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Communities thrive based on trusted relationships between members. Too often online communities rely on a ‘low touch’ communication channels which don’t provide for building much trust. The key is to get the mix right – combining less frequent trust building opportunities like face to face meetings, with lower cost relationship maintenance channels, like wikis, to get the work done in between. Here are some simple steps to make sure your communication tools are the right ones for your community. › Continue reading… |
