Social Moves

Activating the NEW Facebook TIMELINE

2011-09-22T17:47:00.000-07:00

I'm no developer and I've managed to do it!

I've finagled my way to the new developer only access to the Facebook Timeline. You can't see it yet. But I took some shots of it, to show you what it looks like.

It's a HUGE change. And if people were upset by the changes all ready, this may throw you over the edge. It will take time to get the swing of it.

If you want to try it out this is the link that helped me:

http://techcrunch.com/2011/09/22/how-to-enable-facebook-timeline/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Techcrunch+%28TechCrunch%29

And if you just want to check out Facebook's guide to the changes and take a deeper look to prepare yourself this link may help: https://www.facebook.com/about/timeline

Let me know what you think!

Fine tuning your Linkedin page with THE @LinkedinExpert

2011-08-05T17:02:00.001-07:00

Who better to help you put the shine on your Linkedin page than THE @LinkedInExpert -Viveka Von Rosen!

She was in South Carolina for the Business in Blue Jeans conference, so I grabbed her for some expert advice.

Thanks Viveka, for auditing my page! I know it will help YOU fine tune your page.

How do I follow so many people?

2011-07-26T15:23:00.000-07:00

How do I follow so many people on Twitter? I get the question from time to time. It's not as overwhelming with Twitter Lists.

Here's how to use them and set them up:

Let me know if it works for you? Any other tricks? Share in the comments.

And follow Social Moves on Facebook too!

Another Handy Dandy Google+ trick - Manycam

2011-07-25T06:20:00.000-07:00

The power of Google+ to solve your technical problems as you experiment and innovate is pretty impressive.

During a Hangout Sunday night, I learned a trick that will be helpful to small business people wanting to do some small scale webinar work with G+ Hangouts, and broadcasters trying to share two screens.

There are also a wide array of completely silly and fun applications. The alien, the frog. LOTS of special effects options that will crack you up in Hangouts.

Download ManyCam!

From the "Be right back" signs you can hang up on your screen, to the screen sharing and ability to put up TWO cams/sources - it solves many problems you can encounter trying to use Hangouts.

From technically gifted Carson Coots who helped demo Manycam for Craig Kanalley and the rest us us, to Jason Salas who first pasted the Manycam link into our chat window - big thanks.

Let me know what you think about it!

Social Media for Non-Profits

2011-07-18T20:58:00.000-07:00

My thanks to DNA Creative Communications for inviting me to headline a Non-Profit seminar this summer, on fueling your movement with social media.

I wanted to share some helpful links with the people I met and those of you who follow the Social Moves blog and work in the non-profit world.

First off Jeff Bullas has some Facebook Fan Page tips: Click here.

Here is a great link on time management.

And Chris Brogan has wonderful insight on Google+ he shared in Forbes.

I also put together two demos on how I manage the madness that is social media with Tweetdeck and Twitter Lists.

I invited you to follow this blog and the Social Moves Facebook page.

And Ignite You is a Facebook and Twitter community that can help anyone interested in setting their personal brand and career on fire, connect with others who want to do the same.

Join us!

Social News

2011-07-17T22:06:00.000-07:00

The interactive work I'm doing with social media, is getting alot of attention. Wanted to share some of the articles with you.

Read more about Amy's Interactive Work:

Media General Newscasts Mix Online With Onair

Social Media Advantage

Leading the way in interactive TV

Early Adopter of Social Media

Social Media and TV News

What They're Saying about Amy as GSATC speaker

Trailblazer Interview: Business Blackbox Magazine

Amy Wood Social Media Club Greenville Presenter

Amy frequently speak in the community, about the power of social media, public speaking techniques and blogging. Email her with your requests. Just click here: connect.

Garyvee Gets it! Teaching twitter to the mainstream media

2009-05-24T22:12:00.000-07:00

Garyvee has that innate understanding about social media.

So many of us sense the bigger picture. That we're just beginning with social media. That we ain't seen nothing yet. And that if you're not embracing Twitter Facebook and the other platforms, with a passionate desire to LISTEN to your customers and audience, you will be left in the dust.

Watch Gary Vaynerchuck's intense CNN interview that captures the essence of what interacting is all about.

I've got a Twitter account - now what?

2009-02-28T22:53:00.000-08:00

It's easy to sign up for Twitter on www.Twitter.com, but then what? For best results use your real name, so people you know can find you.

If you don't find people to follow (that means you'll be able to see their updates on your Twitter home page ) you will be sitting in cyberspace all by your lonesome. And what fun is that!

So how do you "follow" someone?

Log into your Twitter account. Then go to my Twitter page http://www.Twitter.com/tvamy and click on the follow button. If you want my updates to go to your cell phone read below how to connect Twitter to your mobile device. You can use Twitter from your computer, or from your phone or both.

You can follow Channel Seven http://www.twitter.com/WSPA7 to stay up on the news.

How do I send a message?

On Twitter you can send a message to me, or anyone else, by clicking home on the tab on the side of your Twitter panel. Then in the rectangular white box where you write messages, type @tvamy (no spaces) and then make a space and then type your message. The @ symbol directs your message to the person you are trying to reach.

How do I find people to follow that fit my interests?

There is a find people button at the top of Twitter where you can enter peoples names to see if they are on Twitter. Fire off some of your favorite celebrities names and see if they're on Twitter (some are legit, there are some people who pose as celebs too). You can also send out invitations to your friends to join you on Twitter if you have their email address.

Twitter is most fun when you find people who share an interest in the kind of information you find helpful. You can go to sites like http://www.TwitterGrader.com/search and then start searching subjects your interested in. On that same search tab you can also enter cities, or states and look for the top Twitter folks. You'll see me on the Greenville list, sometimes I make the top ten!

You will notice when you click on the Twitter name - on the right side of a Twitter page there is often a link to the person's blog. That is the best way to find out more about them and whether what they focus on would be helpful or interesting to you.

I've got a message!

When you get a Twitter message, on the right side of Twitter message you'll see a star and an arrow. The arrow is what you click to send a reply. The star let's you "favorite" a message - which will keep it on your favorites list in case you see something you want to hold onto.

What is a direct message?

Direct messages are private. They won't show up on the public pages. And if you have your mobile phone connected to Twitter (see below) those messages will go to your phone.

I send most of my "tweets" (Twitter messages) as regular replies, because the more you share info that others can see, the more people will have an opportunity to be exposed to your "tweets" and get interested in following you.

A person has to be following you for you to be able to send them a direct message.

You can only follow 2000 people. I've already hit that maximum so you will likely not be able to direct message me. (You will see people type things like DM me and that is what it means.)

How can I track what people are saying about a certain subject?

If you go to http://search.Twitter.com/ you can search for subjects you are interested in, or your town name. Maybe you want to track what people think about the sports game you're watching, or a big news event, or the latest movie. This is the perfect place to do that and you may discover new people you would like to follow.

The website twellow.com allows you to search categories which could lead you to tons of interesting sites.
http://www.twellow.com/search.php?q=tvamy&search_cat=51

What on earth does RT mean?

You will see this alot: RT @joeblow and then a message, often with a link to a blog, or article.

RT stands for Re-Tweet which means you are passing along someones message to your followers.

It's often a message you found helpful, or a piece of information you think they need to see.

Twitter is all about sharing info and it is completely fine to pass along someones work. In fact it's a huge compliment. Typing RT and repeating their name (their twitter handle: @joeblow) gives them the credit they are due.

Get Amy's updates on my phone

First you need to set up your mobile device. You do that in the settings section on the upper right side of your Twitter page. Go to devices. (here is a direct link http://twitter.com/devices) Put in your mobile phone number.

Then, you have to turn on my updates so they reach your mobile phone. You can either go directly to my page http://www.twitter.com/tvamy or you can click on followers and you'll see me on your list. When you get to my page, make sure you're following me. If not, first click follow. Then, you will notice that under my name and picture it says following - devices off. You need to click devices on.

You can do the same thing for the WSPA7 news updates.

Keep in mind, you will get alot of updates, so I don't recommend doing this unless you have an unlimited texting plan. It would get pretty expensive otherwise.

Hang in there!

So glad you are trying out Twitter. Give it some time. Send me a message if you have questions. Just type @tvamy and your question and I'll be happy to help!

Share this link if you think this can help anyone else - http://bit.ly/m0gc perhaps to your friends who you invite to join you on Twitter!

Wake up to the power of the net!

2009-01-27T22:01:00.001-08:00

Chew on this for a minute! Half of all adults in the U.S. have blogged, texted, or used social networks to connect with others. HALF of all adults.

And when you isolate the 18 to 34 year olds, the numbers reveal 9 out of 10 are using these forms of communication.

Terry Heaton, one of my favorite bloggers on the digital age, shares those important numbers, in his recent Po Mo Blog.

Its a very interesting read for those paying attention to social media.

And if you aren't paying attention, time to wake up!

The coffee's been brewing for a while and if you don't start sipping, it's going to taste pretty nasty!

Let me know if I can help your group get started. It's overwhelming at first. That is why you need a tour guide!