Comments on: Social Media Baby Steps Don’t Have To Be Difficult

By: Er Björn

Er Björn — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:35:21 +0000

This is great. I had the same problem. Was talking way over the heads of the audience and while I thought it was pretty straightforward the feedback was that I was just too technical. Your idea here was just what I needed to step back and take another look at how I introduce this to others. Thanks!

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[...] Lastly, for those of you inclined to regurgitate at another mention of Twitter but who understand that one must nevertheless adapt to change, Dave Fleet suggests (non-Twitter) Social Media Baby Steps. [...]

By: Sarah

Sarah — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 18:01:48 +0000

I think that Google Reader is wonderful! I am new to the social media scene and it really helps me to organize all of the things I have going on online. Social media can be overwhelming but its a great way to connect with others online!

By: iamkhayyam (Khayyam Wakil)

iamkhayyam (Khayyam Wakil) — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 18:23:36 +0000

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By: Joanna Turlej

Joanna Turlej — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 21:25:20 +0000

Dave, your presentation last night was fabulous. You covered (almost) everything and there was no way you could have gone into more detail or omit anything in 2 hours.

Those that are new to social media will have to do some learning on their own now. I am new to some things, like Twitter but I was mesmerised by live demonstration projected on the wall of how it works in real-time. Needless to say, I singed up this morning and started following some people, I know. In no time some people started following me. I felt, it created a bit of pressure not to disappoint them. Following your advise, I am going to take a deep breath and overcome the anxiety.

Thanks for enlightening us last night.

By: trillionfriends (Raj Arvin)

trillionfriends (Raj Arvin) — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 20:22:30 +0000

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By: Monique

Monique — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:42:50 +0000

I love the advice you give on this site. I am currently working in HR at a boutique investment bank, but I’m trying to make my way back into communications and your posts have been so helpful in getting me back up to speed. Thanks!

By: Ben Lucier

Ben Lucier — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:37:24 +0000

Very calming advice Dave. I think a number of people new to social media feel like they have to get caught up on everything they’ve missed in the past 5 years. But a lot has happened, both in the industry and with the tools around us.

It would be like realizing you need a law degree, so you go to school and try to learn it all in a week. Not only can it not be done, but it would prove to be a very frustrating and potentially damaging experience… especially if you decided to practice law on your first day.

Baby steps to start with, don’t worry about being a bit behind… everybody else is too. With a bit of knowledge learned each day, the snowball effect will kick in soon enough and you’ll be on your way.

Did I just rhyme that last bit there? #rhymingfriday

By: Ken Burbary

Ken Burbary — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:31:53 +0000

Dave,

Nice of you to put the brakes on the speeding social media car we’re all driving, and remind people new to this that it doesn’t have to be scary or overwhelming. This is an easy way to begin learning the tools of the social media trade. Hope this helps the incoming crowd!

Ken