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Visualizing Technology and Social Media Explosion of Our Times [Infographic]

Tracy Ready — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 17:53:27 +0000

Wow! This graphic timelines the technology and social media explosion we have witnessed in recent years. Gazing at this spurs memories of my own experiences with the technological advances represented. I flash on days in my life (good and bad) that involve these things and I am left to wonder:
Have we made progress as PEOPLE?

It's people that count

After all its all about YOU and ME. While much of this technology has made my life richer, it’s not the devices or the networks that accomplished that. It was the PEOPLE using them and my interactions with them, online, on the phone and yes, IN PERSON.

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Botched PR: What Netflix and Facebook Execs Don’t GET

Tracy Ready — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 23:18:24 +0000

What a crazy week, and it’s only Wednesday! Now I am compelled to have a bit of a rant. Our regular slammed busy week is further complicated by this exchange:

Lauren: “Damn, they changed Facebook again. What is the deal with this News Feed? I don’t get it. Why do they keep changing it all the time?”
Trace: “Who the hell knows? I’ll try to figure it out later but right now I have to answer these ten mind-numbing emails, go to the post office and return some gear. Who’s got time for this stuff?”

Facebook FAIL

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Keep the “Social” in Social Media – Revisited!

Tracy Ready — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:01:07 +0000

Freelance Media Professional Tracy Ready discusses the analogy of social media for freelancers as going to series of parties, and outlines the relationship between social networks, a blog and small business websites.

Self Employed Competing With Corporate: Why You Should Team Up

Tracy Ready — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 20:00:50 +0000

On the bright side, prior to this "revolution", advertising your business even through local radio, TV or print campaigns was an expensive proposition. Now, you have the ability to spread your word for free across the Internet. It's working for big business, and it can work for small ones, but going it alone makes it tough. In this video, I try to put it in perspective. My suggestion? Build your own team and help each other. It costs nothing but time, and if you are not working enough (which is the case for many freelancers these days), time is something you have to work with. Check out this short video for an example of my suggestion>>

Social Media Simple – 3 Videos

Tracy Ready — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 15:05:29 +0000
Having worked in "traditional" media (television) for more than 20 years, I have been astounded at the growth of social media and it's impact on how we do business as freelance media professionals. It's also apparent to me that many of my colleagues in television and music production are not taking part in this revolution, often because of a lack of understanding of how it all works.

Freelance on Facebook: 5 Fast Tips

Tracy Ready — Mon, 02 May 2011 18:12:52 +0000

Facebook for Freelancers

I have had many friends, colleagues and some very annoying acquaintances flow into my Facebook stream in recent years. In particular, I know family members and close friends who are self-employed and see some value in Facebook but are confused (rightfully so!) about how to use it to benefit their own businesses. Over time I have learned a few things about managing what I do and see on Facebook. Today I am sharing five tips that I hope you will find helpful.

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Top 4 Videos from The Social Freelancer

Tracy Ready — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:27:05 +0000

Last year I had an idea to produce some videos describing my experiences with social media. I did so with the help of some fine friends (watch video #4 to see who they are) and began posting this site:
The Social Freelancer ™.
Since then I have been gratified by the response to these posts. I have also had requests to put multiple videos in one post. So here you go!

Trace says "thanks for tuning in!"

Read on and watch the videos>>>

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How I Screwed Up Branding, How You Can Do Better!

Tracy Ready — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 15:58:45 +0000
Introducing The Social Freelancer Blog and Facebook Page I have dreamed up some great names for businesses, bands and websites over the years, but gave very little thought as to how to protect them. I thought as long as I was using something as an email address or domain name on website, I was somewhat protected. WRONG. How I Screwed Up - A Cautionary Tale

Managing Social Media with Tony Cecala

Tracy Ready — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 22:50:06 +0000

“You don’t want to be a promotional bullhorn in social media. You have to learn when to speak, when to promote and how much self promotion is expected, or tolerated.” ~ Tony Cecala, Ph.D., Business Strategist

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Video on Demand! Here’s our Favorites…

Tracy Ready — Tue, 25 May 2010 15:57:15 +0000
Trace (The Social Freelancer) recommends these selections on Amazon Video on Demand