Most Active Articles 2013-05-25T08:49:26.135-04:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:relationship-economy Jay Deragon jderagon557 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8470821224290431560-32c7d4991d8ef689b7f2267606db8810 2013-04-07T04:08:10.107-04:00

How companies communicate with investors is changing. A study done at Stanford shows that Twitter is a useful tool.

How companies communicate with investors is changing. A study done at Stanford shows that Twitter is a useful tool. http://catarinasworld.com/are-you-tweeting-your-investors/ Catarina Alexon calexon582 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6606365251803013578-e4d59c0278239d670f6a54a91c94447a 2013-03-16T07:20:40.090-04:00

If you have a business, you must have an online content marketing plan. Whether your business is large or small, you still need to have a plan that’s organized and efficient. Your content needs to turn into discussions with clients.

If you have a business, you must have an online content marketing plan. Whether your business is large or small, you still need to have a plan that’s organized and efficient. Your content needs to turn into discussions with clients. http://www.compukol.com/blog/converting-your-content-into-discussions/ Michael Cohn mcohn283 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6958223973692328082-a20d8d819586050c47a3c29f8d5ce162 2013-02-10T05:12:20.921-05:00

Today that's become an essential aspect of being an entrepreneur. And so is authenticity. Fortune Magazine senior editor Pattie Sellers explains why.

Today that's become an essential aspect of being an entrepreneur. And so is authenticity. Fortune Magazine senior editor Pattie Sellers explains why. http://catarinasworld.com/entrepreneurs-do-you-master-online-storytelling/ Catarina Alexon calexon582 2 0 0 2 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9107786893216740430-28b91fbf29754e3d91fd818921ec6258 2013-03-14T18:04:47.118-04:00

Consumers are turning to blogs more than social networks when looking to make a purchase, according to a new report.

Consumers are turning to blogs more than social networks when looking to make a purchase, according to a new report. http://www.pamorama.net/2013/03/14/blogs-influence-consumer-spending-more-than-social-networks/#axzz2NYN5b6O2 Pam Dyer pdyer868 3 0 0 3 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17992396075586688369-2b8ba6bdfaf139f940b4ff28889a487d 2012-12-06T05:59:05.205-05:00

If you are experiencing a social media crisis with your business, it can either devastate you or you can turn it around and deal with it in a way that doesn’t ruin all of the effort made so far.

If you are experiencing a social media crisis with your business, it can either devastate you or you can turn it around and deal with it in a way that doesn’t ruin all of the effort made so far. http://www.compukol.com/blog/making-the-most-out-of-a-social-media-crisis/ Michael Cohn mcohn283 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2159785754796083416-7629aa1c4a215faa64d6a0df76b07279 2012-12-20T06:33:20.470-05:00

How do organizations deal with the changes in today’s business environment? How do they keep up with the pace of change, let alone get ahead of it? How do they innovate and stay competitive? How do they increase their adaptability? … Continue reading →

How do organizations deal with the changes in today’s business environment? How do they keep up with the pace of change, let alone get ahead of it? How do they innovate and stay competitive? How do they increase their adaptability? … Continue reading → http://leadershipwatch-aadboot.com/2012/12/19/organizational-alignment-the-power-of-cross-organizational-networks/ Aad Boot aboot418 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11229219445361419579-c2db8233ff559f9d145b63aece981fdd 2012-11-03T18:47:38.801-04:00

69% of online consumers who visit Pinterest have found an item they’ve bought or wanted to buy, while only 40% of Facebook users report similar results.

69% of online consumers who visit Pinterest have found an item they’ve bought or wanted to buy, while only 40% of Facebook users report similar results. http://www.pamorama.net/2012/11/03/facebook-users-engagement-with-brands-and-retailers-is-less-than-pinterest-users-engagement/#axzz2B1EpNGd2 Pam Dyer pdyer868 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3405088548152923782-211aee255bad1133ee400424dca21f23 2013-02-03T11:02:57.533-05:00

5 Social Media Analytics Tools: Gotta Try Them! -Social media analytics paves way to tripled ROI.Wanna know how it works? Check this out!

5 Social Media Analytics Tools: Gotta Try Them! -Social media analytics paves way to tripled ROI.Wanna know how it works? Check this out! http://www.bestsocialmediaforbusiness.com/5-social-media-analytics-tools-gotta/ Marco Giunta mgiunta962 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1162850057964128317-5b7c352df53fa05ab1346119476f4058 2013-03-23T07:21:13.218-04:00

When it comes to social media, you must have followers so that you can succeed in business. If you don’t have followers, you won’t be able to engage and nobody will share your content with their connections. You need followers.

When it comes to social media, you must have followers so that you can succeed in business. If you don’t have followers, you won’t be able to engage and nobody will share your content with their connections. You need followers. http://www.compukol.com/blog/thanking-your-social-media-connections/ Michael Cohn mcohn283 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6258880183704069933-d45a121338b14586a8bf108401de6c0d 2013-01-08T18:11:05.410-05:00

The way most contacts try to help you is also the least effective ... the resume pass. Here's 5 questions to tell if the person you know at the company is the right person to help: https://recareered.infusionsoft.com/app/hostedEmail/15036993/e14506a1be3da63b

The way most contacts try to help you is also the least effective ... the resume pass. Here's 5 questions to tell if the person you know at the company is the right person to help: https://recareered.infusionsoft.com/app/hostedEmail/15036993/e14506a1be3da63b https://recareered.infusionsoft.com/app/hostedEmail/15036993/e14506a1be3da63b Phil Rosenberg prosenberg505 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:7568420560287560010-68471434ca3711faff3b8041641e1c8e 2012-11-15T14:29:21.131-05:00

So how will Facebook's Social Jobs Partnership help your job search? Here's 5 things to consider: https://recareered.infusionsoft.com/app/hostedEmail/13477177/ab764e4c7889849d

So how will Facebook's Social Jobs Partnership help your job search? Here's 5 things to consider: https://recareered.infusionsoft.com/app/hostedEmail/13477177/ab764e4c7889849d https://recareered.infusionsoft.com/app/hostedEmail/13477177/ab764e4c7889849d Phil Rosenberg prosenberg505 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11903100314255119160-f48c71abb938defe51c209a1f382ac72 2013-02-19T07:34:36.512-05:00

At the heart of social media’s success is the relationship. If you don’t connect to others on a human level and find what you have in common on an emotional level, you won’t be able to get anywhere at all. Make sure that your communications are short and to the point. Let people understand how dedicated you are to making the event the best that it can be for everyone.

At the heart of social media’s success is the relationship. If you don’t connect to others on a human level and find what you have in common on an emotional level, you won’t be able to get anywhere at all. Make sure that your communications are short and to the point. Let people understand how dedicated you are to making the event the best that it can be for everyone. http://www.compukol.com/blog/how-to-host-a-successful-facebook-event/ Michael Cohn mcohn283 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:613343188302394897-ecb8191de76daa1ea25a53abceeb44cc 2013-05-21T09:08:33.188-04:00

Twitter continues to be a strong social media contender. Facebook and LinkedIn are still extremely strong and they are constantly introducing new features. However, so is Twitter and people should try to find new and improved ways to connect.

Twitter continues to be a strong social media contender. Facebook and LinkedIn are still extremely strong and they are constantly introducing new features. However, so is Twitter and people should try to find new and improved ways to connect. http://www.compukol.com/blog/strengthening-your-twitter-relationships Michael Cohn mcohn283 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10456176800514292596-3196c8ed6056dd63c83c30d4e29344fe 2012-11-18T13:58:14.326-05:00

Ignoring crises at work is bad office politics. Career consultant Marilyn Moats Kennedy discusses how to take action when the worst is on the horizon.

Ignoring crises at work is bad office politics. Career consultant Marilyn Moats Kennedy discusses how to take action when the worst is on the horizon. http://moatskennedy.com/office-politics-how-much-pain-can-you-stand/ Marilyn Moats Kennedy mkennedy046 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8805231672042101985-6b5eb3fa8877dcb8b1380b13c871fb20 2012-10-25T18:01:21.688-04:00

Linkedin only displays first name (and no profile) for 3rd+ level connections for free accounts. Here's 8 ways to find info on 3rd level contacts for free: https://recareered.infusionsoft.com/app/hostedEmail/12855679/9a176ebc062a42ad

Linkedin only displays first name (and no profile) for 3rd+ level connections for free accounts. Here's 8 ways to find info on 3rd level contacts for free: https://recareered.infusionsoft.com/app/hostedEmail/12855679/9a176ebc062a42ad https://recareered.infusionsoft.com/app/hostedEmail/12855679/9a176ebc062a42ad Phil Rosenberg prosenberg505 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12071867028271276864-0a8292b40f465c9dd77fcf3d453843c4 2013-02-16T20:52:11.253-05:00

Claiming your name and other high-value keywords on the most popular social networks prevents your brand from being hijacked and helps ensure that you own and control your online presence.

Claiming your name and other high-value keywords on the most popular social networks prevents your brand from being hijacked and helps ensure that you own and control your online presence. http://www.pamorama.net/2013/02/16/find-and-reserve-your-social-media-name/#axzz2L6qooJun Pam Dyer pdyer868 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6238727269828359951-1088b9f2471f69d51f7bd84917d0daf3 2012-11-09T13:29:10.967-05:00

Think your social networking profiles don't matter? Guess again - see how employers are using social media to decide who to hire, interview and who to avoid: https://recareered.infusionsoft.com/app/hostedEmail/13305961/047d5117b3c3aff8

Think your social networking profiles don't matter? Guess again - see how employers are using social media to decide who to hire, interview and who to avoid: https://recareered.infusionsoft.com/app/hostedEmail/13305961/047d5117b3c3aff8 https://recareered.infusionsoft.com/app/hostedEmail/13305961/047d5117b3c3aff8 Phil Rosenberg prosenberg505 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11559223124929747943-067175b4cc45d5678aa7833c9e0fae08 2012-10-18T10:00:41.818-04:00

Expert Marilyn Moats Kennedy observes resale shop demographics and find seniors, ethnic boomers and those under 30. Discover the smallest demographic.

Expert Marilyn Moats Kennedy observes resale shop demographics and find seniors, ethnic boomers and those under 30. Discover the smallest demographic. http://moatskennedy.com/demographic-research-whos-buying-what/ Marilyn Moats Kennedy mkennedy046 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:655389047283751310-1697b415333fc09727332f168016bb8c 2012-07-24T18:27:18.144-04:00

How do you give your clients the time they need for relationship developing without giving up your productive sales time?

How do you give your clients the time they need for relationship developing without giving up your productive sales time? http://thesalesblog.com/blog/2012/07/13/what-to-do-when-your-clients-waste-your-time/ Roz Bennetts rbennetts305 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4899344175099296009-e7e2a749f8973411779a0bccc5d806b3 2012-11-18T13:55:12.909-05:00

Career consultant Marilyn Moats Kennedy discusses the generational divide between young managers and their older subordinates.

Career consultant Marilyn Moats Kennedy discusses the generational divide between young managers and their older subordinates. http://moatskennedy.com/workforce-demographics-managing-people-twice-your-age/ Marilyn Moats Kennedy mkennedy046 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6516863601495370562-af3c3e0d129324a143378536422415fe 2013-03-30T07:14:39.199-04:00

Evangelists, by definition, are thought leaders who pave the way with their writing and their way of thinking. This not only applies to religious situations. It can also apply to business in a very profound manner.

Evangelists, by definition, are thought leaders who pave the way with their writing and their way of thinking. This not only applies to religious situations. It can also apply to business in a very profound manner. http://www.compukol.com/blog/converting-your-clients-and-followers-to-evangelists/ Michael Cohn mcohn283 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13605294802849174519-3b148d3159b74fa5ca2ee85fc57f0dd7 2012-11-28T10:07:01.893-05:00

By Robert Folsom | November 5, 2012 Plenty of news stories in recent years have noted that American politics have become "deeply polarized." Nearly all of them define and gauge what polarization means in broad terms -- by a breakdown...

By Robert Folsom | November 5, 2012 Plenty of news stories in recent years have noted that American politics have become "deeply polarized." Nearly all of them define and gauge what polarization means in broad terms -- by a breakdown... http://coachingtip.blogs.com/what_can_it_be/2012/11/this-is-what-polarized-people-do-to-each-other.html John Agno jagno444 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1172073459968383075-d1b2353b237a955b4e103faec356d8d5 2013-04-16T07:22:44.387-04:00

Social CRM is traditional Customer Relationship Management evolved. The addition of social media has taken PR, customer service, and customer experience to the next level. Businesses must heed the new dynamic when it comes to Social CRM; the customer is at the center of the relationship and engaging with your business through many different channels.

Social CRM is traditional Customer Relationship Management evolved. The addition of social media has taken PR, customer service, and customer experience to the next level. Businesses must heed the new dynamic when it comes to Social CRM; the customer is at the center of the relationship and engaging with your business through many different channels. http://www.compukol.com/blog/social-crm-how-companies-can-evolve Michael Cohn mcohn283 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5104467663655310716-f57ea74e9f19b186f484573868a2de99 2013-03-19T07:08:40.653-04:00

If you have been in business for a while, you probably understand that it isn’t enough to have a few (or many) clients. You need to cultivate relationships with and continue to grow within the relationships with your clients constantly.

If you have been in business for a while, you probably understand that it isn’t enough to have a few (or many) clients. You need to cultivate relationships with and continue to grow within the relationships with your clients constantly. http://www.compukol.com/blog/acquiring-a-deep-understanding-of-your-clients/ Michael Cohn mcohn283 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14345462481206048544-66ca272c2701420dfbe32b0713644d0f 2012-10-07T06:08:32.893-04:00

Would you buy a product you cannot see that hasn’t got a name? Exactly. Still people believe they can succeed on social media by branding themselves that way.

Would you buy a product you cannot see that hasn’t got a name? Exactly. Still people believe they can succeed on social media by branding themselves that way. http://catarinasworld.com/covert-branding-works-against-you/ Catarina Alexon calexon582 0 0 0 0