This is a part of a special series looking at how social media has impacted the lives of its users. This week, the story comes from Cheryl Keyworth.
Social media is social.? That’s the whole purpose of it.? Sure we get into the networking and sharing out information.? Many use social media to blast out their promotions and basically be in our face about their business.
I feel our presence on social media is to build our personal brand, presence and interest.? We are the social in social media.? Each person has a personality and that’s what we want to know about.
Building an audience of like minded people who know, like and trust us is done by engaging and sharing opinions, posts, and thoughts.? Learning about each other and developing friendships.
Our Changing Worlds
My efforts on social media have evolved and changed over time.? I’ve learned a vast amount of information from fellow engagers and people who have both reached out to me and I to them.
The most exciting part of social media is being recognized for unique content that provokes an emotional response.
It doesn’t matter whether that response is positive, agreeable, or presents another point of view – it’s engagement and often gives us the ability to see another side of things.
I’ve met some of the most interesting and wonderful people on the various platforms I engage upon.? Some of the most helpful and altruistic beings that have encouraged and supported me in what I do.
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Without mentioning names as there really are just too many amazing friends I’ve met on social media that have made my life totally enriched and exciting.
I look forward to their content, their opinions, and their ability to offer up their hearts and knowledge to those of us who listen.
A Circle of Friendship
Not only do I seek engagers who will know, like and trust me…but I see that this works in my favor as well by enlarging my circle of close friends, like-minded acquaintances who soon become good friends, and learning from some of the best in the industry.
Without social media, our world would be small and difficult to grow into better people.? Social media has given us numerous ways to become more knowledgeable and helpful to others.
And it’s not all about you or me.? It’s about what we can do to help other people grow, reach their dreams, continue on their journey and we encourage each other to be all we can be.
For me, social media is a lot bigger than just a platform to share out our personal opportunities.? It’s the place where people learn and grow together.
It’s the place where we expand our horizons.?
Simply put, it’s the place where deep relationships are formed and a lifetime of friendships develop.
About the author:?Cheryl Keyworth is a long-time blogger on Mainlywords, content creator for private clients, and network marketer working full time online since 2007. You can find her on Twitter @Mainlywords.