Comments on: The Social Media Give-and-Take

By: My Online Social Networking « Tough Ride

My Online Social Networking « Tough Ride — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 22:18:50 +0000

[...] media stratergy. It’s not always about links and traffic. As Lisa pointed out on her post at DavidRisley.com it’s about giving and helping others who may in return help me in the [...]

By: Traffic System

Traffic System — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 21:48:43 +0000

Very good post Lisa, It’s all about building up relationship.
Social networking is an art of it’s own.

By: Jennifer Moore

Jennifer Moore — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:27:50 +0000

Excellent post, Lisa. You and Jimi nailed it. It’s unfortunate that so many people don’t get it.

I’d like to know how profitable their businesses are.

I’m also someone who just retweets stuff, because I think it’s helpful or good or interesting. I don’t give much thought to having the favor returned, though it’s always lovely when it is!

Jen M.
JenniferLynn Productions, LLC

By: Chuck Rosseel

Chuck Rosseel — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 17:47:24 +0000

A very good post and a much welcomed reminder to me (and many others I’m sure) about the true meaning of social media give and take.

I was aware of and practiced these concepts but I’m sure, at times, I’ve slipped away from this philosophy. Thanks to Lisa and David for a soft kick in the pants to get me back on track.

By: Lisa Morosky

Lisa Morosky — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 02:53:50 +0000

@Jimi Yeah, it’s always weird to me when I have to explain the psychology behind social media. I guess I just feel like everyone should “get it”. But, I think that they even listened to a presentation on social media, shows the tiniest bit of a promise – traditional corporations are maybe starting to open up a bit to other promotional tools.

@Ian That’s so true. I feel bad for the companies that are left behind on the social media front. Oh the opportunities they are missing!

Thanks for the comments guys!

By: Ian

Ian — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:56:22 +0000

Nice article Lisa sometimes you just cant help people and their stupidity. Unfortunately the train has left the station and for some they will be left behind thats life I suppose

By: Jimi Jones

Jimi Jones — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:34:28 +0000

Good post Lisa!

Your audience member’s response was emblematic of today’s general mentality toward others. It seems that 80% of society are simply looking out for themselves, leaving the 20% of those who really care about the advancement of others in the minority.

Just think, the fact that there is a need to give such a presentation in the first place says a lot about people’s attitudes. They’re caught-up in their own world.

Fortunately, there are those who live by your example by giving and teaching, enjoying the actual reward of having helped someone. Positive deeds are always returned, well, at least 20% of the time

By: Bruce Mau Design 12 Strategies and Neemee.com « SHAREUMENTARIAN

Bruce Mau Design 12 Strategies and Neemee.com « SHAREUMENTARIAN — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 19:37:27 +0000

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By: Lisa Morosky

Lisa Morosky — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:40:57 +0000

@Mike – Sometimes it’s like talking to a brick wall when you’re talking to people, huh? I don’t think I ever put the “million” figure on it when I’ve been RTed, but you’re so right. That’s huge, free publicity.

@Matty – I guess it’s all in your intentions. When I RT or tweet out an article online, I guess I’m not thinking that I’m ahead of the pack. I’m just thinking I found something cool/informative/helpful and want to share it with others. Are the consequences that I’m now being perceived as the things you mentioned? Perhaps. Never thought of it that way (but now I just might). Thanks for the insight.

By: Matty Byloos

Matty Byloos — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:32:02 +0000

Don’t we also get something when we give? I mean, just in terms of basic ideas of receiving? You GET the extra feather in your cap when you discover a great article online and are the first to tweet it — you get to be the person perceived of as being knowledgeable in your field, you get to be thought of as a news maker or someone deeply tapped into your niche. Where is the generosity?