Xing & SocialMedian – BSN a 2HR?

Note:  these are just my quick thoughts on the acquisition. First and foremost, congrats to the team at Social|Median for getting acquired by Xing.  I’ve been watching them grow (its been less than a year!) and am impressed on how regularly and rapidly they iterated new features to drive community growth and how they parlayed … Continue reading

On Leadership – social media or otherwise…

I keep finding myself drawn to the emerging buzz about brand, social and a third element that isn’t yet at the forefront of the conversation, but will be soon – LEADERSHIP. I’ve been talking to @kwlow @snowcialmedia and various others about change management, social [fill-in the blank] and strategy. The startups I work with hear … Continue reading

On Brands – consumers vs owner vs strategist…

The beauty of brands is that it is the confluence of consumers hearts/minds and a P&L. I’m seeing ever more discussion about social media and socialization of brands (a concept that my buddy @wolfsbayne speaks to frequently). Someone commented that there are more Social Media consultants in LA than actors – which is funny on … Continue reading