Category Archives: Social Networking

bizologie is now on Pinterest

We’ve talked before about using Pinterest for business research, and today we’re unveiling our new Pinterest page. Give us a follow and we’ll do our best to keep you informed not only with all things business research, but some fun

MEB’s 10 Tips for Searching LinkedIn

Mary Ellen Bates of Bates Information Services recently posted a great presentation called “Top Ten Tips for Searching LinkedIn”. Lots of really great tips and tricks. Mary Ellen will also be speaking at this year’s Special Library Association Annual Conference

LinkedIn Maps

LinkedIn Maps

Here at bizologie we are suckers for all things map-tastic, so we can’t resist talking about one more that just crossed our radar. One of our favorite resources, LinkedIn, has come out with a map site in which you log

Pinterest for Business Research

Pinterest for Business Research

Clearly, we all love Pinterest. It’s the fastest growing social network and shoppers spend more money via Pinterest than Facebook. But can you do more than pin recipes, shoes and interior design? Well, yes! You can do business research! Now

Networking for Introverts (and Extroverts)

Networking for Introverts (and Extroverts)

This excellent presentation by Marcy Phelps at the Special Libraries Association Rocky Mountain Chapter Virtual Lunch, was titled Power Networking for Introverts, but really is applicable for even the most extroverted. Making a real connection at a networking event or

Social Media for Career Advancement

Social Media for Career Advancement

Whether you are looking for a job or just staying connected to your professional community, social media is extremely important to  your image. Social Media is your new online resume. According to Jobvite’s Social Recruiting Survey, 89% of US companies

Using LinkedIn for Company Research

Using LinkedIn for Company Research

We know LinkedIn is a great place to start when you’re researching individuals but it’s also a great place to find some pretty helpful company statistics. In the LinkedIn Search box, change the drop down menu to search for companies

Social Media Plan Template

Social Media Plan Template

Marketo is offering a free Social Media Plan template. The plan includes the tactical objectives you can use to accomplish two primary goals of social media. Download the Social Media Tactical Plan Template below, and find out where to budget

Social Media Map

Social Media Map

Trying to keep up with all the social media platforms available can be pretty overwhelming. Luckily the folks over at Overdrive Interactive make it easy for us with this great Social Media Map. You can download the map for free

Google’s +1 is active–Do you “like” it?

Google’s +1 is active–Do you “like” it?

Google just launched their new +1 service which allows you to “publicly give something your stamp of approval”. Or in Facebook terms, “like” it. Right now it’s still part of Google Labs and you have to opt-in to try it