Comments on: Where Do Social Media Pros Come From http://rickmahn.com/2009/06/15/where-do-social-media-pros-come-from/ my perspectives on the social web, personal branding, and connecting people Sat, 20 Mar 2010 22:15:17 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 By: sex toys http://rickmahn.com/2009/06/15/where-do-social-media-pros-come-from/comment-page-1/#comment-33601 sex toys Fri, 23 Oct 2009 07:37:44 +0000 http://rickmahn.com/?p=2255#comment-33601 Yes finding these people is a challenge in itself Yes finding these people is a challenge in itself

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]]> By: Rick Mahn http://rickmahn.com/2009/06/15/where-do-social-media-pros-come-from/comment-page-1/#comment-33498 Rick Mahn Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:39:56 +0000 http://rickmahn.com/?p=2255#comment-33498 @job20<br>I'd love to suggest some of the training materials and sessions I'm currently developing, but that's not ready yet.<br><br>Since there are few real social media training programs, I have a hard time singling out one over the other. A quick Google search will get you several links to start with.<br><br>What I really recommend are two things: a change of mindset, and trying things out. What I mean about a change of mindset is that social media is about openness and sharing - a quick read of <a href="http://cluetrain.org" rel="nofollow">Cluetrain</a> is a good starting point. Second, don't hesitate to try things out - the current tools & networks like Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Flickr, LinkedIn, etc... are a good training ground to learn how these tools extend our ability to socialize and network with people online.<br><br>I'm happy to answer questions you may have and assist in connecting you with folks if that's what you're looking for. The best way to do this is get on Twitter, and follow me (<a href="http://twitter.com/rickmahn" rel="nofollow">http://twitter.com/rickmahn</a>).<br><br>Thanks,<br>Rick @job20
I'd love to suggest some of the training materials and sessions I'm currently developing, but that's not ready yet.

Since there are few real social media training programs, I have a hard time singling out one over the other. A quick Google search will get you several links to start with.

What I really recommend are two things: a change of mindset, and trying things out. What I mean about a change of mindset is that social media is about openness and sharing – a quick read of Cluetrain is a good starting point. Second, don't hesitate to try things out – the current tools & networks like Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Flickr, LinkedIn, etc… are a good training ground to learn how these tools extend our ability to socialize and network with people online.

I'm happy to answer questions you may have and assist in connecting you with folks if that's what you're looking for. The best way to do this is get on Twitter, and follow me (http://twitter.com/rickmahn).

Thanks,
Rick

]]> By: job20 http://rickmahn.com/2009/06/15/where-do-social-media-pros-come-from/comment-page-1/#comment-33496 job20 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:30:38 +0000 http://rickmahn.com/?p=2255#comment-33496 I'm currently in the broadcasting industry (on air promotion) and am hoping to find a role in social media. Are there any courses available? ANY training? If not, any suggestions on how to make the leap? I'm currently in the broadcasting industry (on air promotion) and am hoping to find a role in social media. Are there any courses available? ANY training? If not, any suggestions on how to make the leap?

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