The Sweet Satisfaction Of Social Media 

The most succulent dessert  in the World Wide Web pastry shop is most definitely social media. Everyone is looking for a way to get a piece of this delight.  Almost every day new features,techniques and sites are offered and displayed on world wide web, some focusing on  specified essentials while others are a recreational area featuring multiple focuses.  However, at the end of the day each social site work day in and day out to give that sweet satisfactory you’ve beenlooking for, by helping you engage within your social community, leverage your business or product and create an overall social hangout!  

Surpringlsy, as sweet and satisfying this social delight is, there are still a number of individuals and businesses who are reluctant about using social media, as they find it a little overwhelming and ever frustrating. So I dedicate this blog, to my social media rookies who are looking to dip their fingers in the succulent world of social media.

It’s time you get to know these “sweet spots” and what they have to offer. You never know, once start getting a taste of social media, your sweet tooth will be craving more!  So let’s start by giving you the general rundown of some of these sweet contenders and allow you to understand how they fulfill your satisfaction!

1.Linkedin

Are you the career minded workaholic type who yearns for a constant source ofnetworking with your industry community? If this sounds like you, Linkedin isdefinitely the right choice for you! LinkedIn is the social “sweet spot” ofprofessionals.  Upon becoming a member invites are sent to both connections you have, such as: colleagues, peers, friends etc. Over time the circle of connections becomes bigger. Giving you the leverage to have better opportunities of members finding jobs or being spotted by potential employers through primary or sub connections. You also have the opportunity to be recommended by others for the skills you attain. LinkedIn profiles generally focus on an individuals professional experience and skills. That being said, LinkedIn is favored by many recruiters and hiring managers.

2. Pinterest

Are you more of the visual kind? Never fear, Pinterest is here! This virtual bulletin board allows people “pin” photos of what they like, want, desire, know about and what not, with external links. This is especially great for those of you in the creative industry as is a great way to display your products and visual works. Pinterest can also benefit you in terms of its effective SEO and marketing opportunities it provides.

Upon signing up for Pinterest, you will be provided with a virtual bulletin board! Your Pinterest experience starts with a “pin” (an image or a video) of something you like or have a great deal of knowledge about. These pins can be repined and consist of backlinks to othersources. Pins are put up on “boards” which you have the option to make private or public. 

Following someone or their pins, means their pins show up in your Pinterest home feed. You have the option to either follow all of someone’s boards or just the ones you find to your interest!

3.  Google+

Love conversation and discussion? Surely becoming a popular “sweet satisfaction” for many individuals and companies. Google+ is another great business tool within the social media scene! Once you sign up for Google+, you will be given access to write on the wall, which becomes a part of a the stream. The stream is where people see each status updates and postings. You also have the opportunity to share status updates in a circle or with individual users. Once you make your status update public, anyone within your circle or in your “friends” circle they are can view it. You can also tag  individuals of your choice by either typing “@ or +” at the beginning of the individual's name. 

Google+ is a great way tool for businesses and entrepreneurs to dip their fingers into, giving you the allowance to discuss, promote and advertise your service or product! You also have a great opportunity to join circles within your sector, allowing you to grow your professional community and giving you amazing networking chances for  potential growth! 

After reading all this succulent and tasty information, I am sure you are craving more information about these social delights ! As I mentioned previously, these are only a few of the sweet contenders out there, but I hope I have treated you with enough insight to give you that “push” you need to dip your fingers in the world of social media! I promise once you do your social cravings will most definitely be fulfilled!