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The Truth About Profiting From Social Networking

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Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, & "social network" your way to success, step by step!
Social networking is one of today's hot topics, and its popularity is predicted to grow over the next decade. An integral part of the Web 2.0 strategy of online collaboration, social networks are enabling millions of people to make the most of online connections and social networking strategies. This book reveals 50 Proven Social Networking Principles and bite-size, easy-to-use techniques that work.

207 pages, Paperback

First published May 31, 2008

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Patrice-Anne Rutledge

57 books9 followers
Patrice-Anne Rutledge is a business technology author specializing in social media, online collaboration, and presentation technology.

Her latest books include:

-- Using LinkedIn
-- Using Microsoft PowerPoint 2010
-- Teach Yourself Basecamp in 10 Minutes
-- The Truth About Profiting from Social Networking
-- The Web-Savvy Writer

Visit her website for book excerpts, tips, videos, and more: http://www.patricerutledge.com.

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July 17, 2008
Everyone seems to be getting on the social networking bandwagon. Social networking systems like MySpace and Facebook used to be seen as places for young people to gather and to chat. However, over time, these sites have changed.

People and business began realizing that their target audiences were just sitting there waiting to find out about great products and services. Everyday these opportunities continue to grow: more contacts, more discussion possibilities, and whole new sites dedicated to very specific topics. It definitely takes some forethought and skill but using social networking can serve as a valuable form of marketing.

One interesting aspect of social networking that Profiting From Social Networking explored was in looking for jobs. Evidently, often social contacts are made on social networks that can lead to employment opportunities. Moreover, headhunters are now making use of these systems to find the talent that they need. The possibilities are endless.
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June 29, 2008
The Truth About Profiting from Social Networking is my latest book, which shows how to use social networking sites such as LinkedIn, MySpace, and Facebook to promote your career, business, or social cause.
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March 14, 2009
A nice, easy-to-read, easy-to-understand, comprehensive look at the social networking phenomenon and how to market with it. Great book!
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