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Free e-book. "Social media is no longer a new buzzword, an emerging trend, or some passing fad. It has taken a premier role in how we live and interact with each other. Social media has gone through its growing pains and is now a vital part of business marketing for companies large and small. "In this book, we'll cover how social media can help you build your brand, connect with new and existing customers, and improve your customer service before, during, and after customer transactions. Included are some of the most up-to-date tips on getting the most from your social networks. Social media is no longer a trend, it's an important part of your business."

Shared by Cindy Krueger I've been following Jenn's Trends on Facebook for social media hints and tips. I'm sharing her recent blog post about protecting and recovering hacked social media accounts. One item of note is the LogDog tool to help protect your accounts. This topic is of special concern because I know a couple people with high profile accounts that have been hacked recently. Fortunately each was able to work with the social media company to get the account restored. Maybe less of a concern for churches and schools that have in person contact with followers but still something people will want to avoid if possible.

Simple clear presentation of why businesses (and churches, schools) should care about promoting and monitoring their reputation (i.e. "brand") in social media. What was it they say about "word of mouth" . . Social Media is today's high tech "word of mouth" at warp speed.

Finally! A book aimed at helping non-profits identify usable communication strategies for social media engage based on case studies (i.e. examples). Many congregations and schools forget to sets goals and plan for internal and external communications and nurture let alone plug into the potential of social media to grow the kingdom of the Lord. As I recall, "Engage!" isn't simply the command of a fictional Star Trek captain, it's the command of the real Captain of the stars . . .

Here's what I like about Pinterest: It's different than the other major social media players like Facebook and Twitter.  For an organization, it's less about pushing your own stuff and more about sharing your culture.  What makes your church unique in who it is? Or as Pinterest Co-founder Evan Sharp says, "For most consumer brands, the idea behind your brand makes sense on Pinterest." And it's also why this social media outlet could be useful for your church.  It's your chance to not just share yourself but share things you agree with or things that will be useful to your members or your community.

9/1/17 - A new ebook from Church.mag. Shopping page includes free links to PPT and audio of a church presentation. Save 20% with code "levelup" "Unlike most books on social media which focus on building a following or making money, this guide focus on the purpose, proper use and the possibility of redemptive use of social media. It's a guide for personal use but also for educating a congregation and small group."

Church Mutual Attorney Kristen Blanford uses her experience in professional liability and the knowledge she has gained through years of working with religious organizations to provide critical information you need to use social media for your ministry. She discusses the risks involved with social media and introduces a Sample Digital and Social Media Code of Conduct that you can customize for your organization. This PDF is part of a webinar that you might wish to listen to as well. https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/recording/2202215487736227072

Interesting blog, have not listened to it but they also have a podcast

Looks like a great tool for churches to use to figure out what network is good for what.

Big changes in the way Facebook allows people to see your posts on your pages. Now only 10% may see it unless you pay!

Sponsored by an email delivery company, the infographic may be a bit skewed in one direction but there are a few points that do probably hold up yet today.

Corissa Nelson - WELS Women's Ministry - Facebook Bible study

Hard to read but worth serious consideration - How does/will social media effect your church???

Shared by listener Lesley Bergemann via the WELSTech Facebook Page