I recently created a "State of the Community" report for the Social Media in Organizations (SMinOrgs) Community, which I thought folks here might be interested in taking a look at.

Facebook tells users that changes like the Timeline profile will enrich user experience. Though some of you might agree that these changes aren?t exactly improvements for usability, some of them can be used to improve user engagement strategies. Keep in mind that for some people, Facebook is the Internet and vice versa. And as a community manager, you have to place yourself in an ordinary user?s shoes.

 

What should a business do when using Facebook for their marketing purposes?

an intersting video to show potential clients or current clients when promoting Social Media.

Using the social media, three individuals arranged to get hundreds of people to show up at a Bristol UK mall for a lightsaber fight. Via ScifiSquad.com.

Initially I thought this was a video put on by some kids, but it turns out it was a video put out by Craftsman Labs..ya you know those faboulous Craftsman handtools that have a life time warranty.

The lates Google update is coming shortly. What does it mean to webmasters.

Is your company ready for social media? Perhaps, perhaps not. Embarking on a social media adventure is not for everyone, but it can be valuable. How can you tell if you are ready?

10 tips to help improve your web video's performance

A blog post from the Official Google Blog introducing Google Sidewiki.

7 possible changes in the world of social media

Darren was at a conference and he was asked to give his real secret for his success.

This is the first post in the "Blogging Essentials" series of posts.

What's it mean to you?

This article, from FreelanceFolder.com, discusses the importance of going beyond simply maintaining an active account on social media sites.

A blog post that elaborates on three types of video that businesses can use for marketing.

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YouTube begins testing lighter 'feather' version

An article by Jay Rodriguez describing a few ways how Tiger Woods could have avoided embarrassment by using social media.

The use of social media is on the rise in successful companies.

A blog post that discusses the topic of Twitter Chat. How and where do you participate in TwitterChats?

A great seasonal article on various ways your business can benefit from using social media throughout the holiday season.