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Social Media Resources for the Fearful
As I mentioned in my last post, technology and I have a love/hate relationship. I appreciate that it helps me get my work done a lot faster; computer can help me create a document (error-free) much faster than a manual typewriter. And it provides support in little areas that enable me to step away from my work more frequently; sending an email gets my message distributed faster than snail mail.
However…
When I’m learning something new on the computer, or my screen goes dark, or one of those silly error messages pops up…my head goes numb. My blood pressure rises and I wish for the days in corporate America when I could simply call the help desk.
So when I took the leap into the world of social media, I looked for resources. I couldn’t have survived without them. Here’s my list of a few of my favorites:
~ Mark Holterhaus has been my go-to-guy with questions and suggestions. Over the phone or in person, consulting support or just-in-time help, his patience has made me one grateful lady. He’s one of my favorite people to work with.
~ Kate-Madonna Hindes is a new contact and friend. Her article Social Media for Job Seekers is one of the easiest and most interesting articles I’ve read on the topic. Her blog postings have captured my attention, and I can’t wait to get to know her better. (Even her name and the name of her company, Girl Meets Geek, makes you want to know more, right?)
~ Jason Alba has the name and business that aligns with all things social media. He understands how to write and teach to the technically challenged world. People like me. (I’m on LinkedIn: Now What? I’m on FaceBook: Now What?)
Google will help you get connected to thousands of other resources on this topic. My advice? Just start doing it. Learn as you go.
I’ll see you on line!
