Top 5 Reasons Why SMBs Should be Afraid of Social Media

Social media presents great risks as it does rewards for small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Among social media’s shortcomings: it doesn’t convert prospects to customers with the same ease that search does. Fortunately, as Facebook continues to open up more opportunities for local targeting, social media is becoming more feasible. With an increasing number of SMBs exploring the power of social media, here is a list of potential pitfalls to avoid with guidance from aimClear Co-Owner and Founder Marty Weintraub , author of “Killer Facebook Ads.” 1. Social Media Managers Aren't Always as Brilliant as You Think Just because you've hired the sharpest 20-something in the world doesn’t mean they understand the nuances of managing a brand and its community. “You are essentially putting a college student in charge of your public brand,” Weintraub said. “You need a person who ...

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@SEWindustry » 05 Jun '12, 12am
RT @barrettrossie: Good stuff: 5 Reasons SMBs Should Fear Social Media | @TimCJudd [link]
@barrettrossie » 02 Jun '12, 1am
Good stuff: 5 Reasons SMBs Should Fear Social Media | @TimCJudd [link] >> Thx @sewatch, @perketing
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@Millerjoec » 15 May '12, 8pm
Solid advice even 4 non-SMBs. "Top 5 Reasons Why SMBs Should be Afraid of Social Media" by @TimCJudd [link] via @sewatch
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Pitfalls SMB's should avoid when exploring the use of social media. [link]
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Decent article. "Top 5 Reasons Why SMBs Should be Afraid of Social Media" [link]
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Wait, some social media experts don't know what they're talking about? I'm shocked!! by @TimCJudd [link]
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I wouldn’t say “be afraid” but here are some reminders of what #SMBs need awareness of when using #SocialMedia [link] @sewatch
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Top 5 Reasons Why SMBs Should be Afraid of Social Media [link] [#1 Social Media Mngrs Aren't Always as Brilliant as You Think]
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@DRN_Magazine » 10 May '12, 7pm
This headline is extreme, but the points are worth considering as you fine-tune your social media strategy. [link]
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20 somethings maybe shouldn't be in charge of yr brand. Pitfalls of social media for small, or mid-sized business. [link]
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@LatinBizToday » 10 May '12, 4pm
SMBs should set up their own Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn pages to get the ball rolling. Once you’re ready to... [link]