What’s your opinion on private web surfing during company time?

In an article titled, ‘The internet conundrum at work’, which appeared on the front page of last week’s Sunday Times Careers section, Margaret Harris explored the idea that employers are ‘enraged by private mailing and web surfing’, adding that drawing the line is not easy.
She states that while there’s no doubt the internet has revolutionised the office, [...]

Sharing knowledge and giving credit where it is due

I am one of those that falls into the category of: ‘I feel terrible if I download music from the internet.’ I don’t like stealing, and downloading things like books or songs has a tendency to feel wrong. Why? Maybe because it’s just so simple! No one has to know, you can enjoy any song [...]

Facebook Lite – the cat’s (almost) out of the bag

News that Facebook is thinking of becoming leaner, has spread rapidly on the wonderful platform called the internet. Because this has been a project that has been relatively hushed-up, what the point of re-working Facebook is not really clear. I visited a few blogs to see what others had to say and this is what [...]

Facebook same-name couple to marry

Many benefits of the internet have been discussed over the years, indeed, the commentary on the benefits of social networking sites has grown exponentially, from using these as marketing tools, to connecting with long-lost friends. However, finding a suitable marriage partner has rarely been discussed. In yesterday’s newspapers, a story was published which reported that [...]

Have you tried blerping yet?

Media Update has recently subscribed to Blerp – a social networking website that allows you to start discussions right on top of your favourite websites. Unlike typical web comments, you are in full control and you can post on any webpage you choose, regardless of whether it permits user feedback. In other words, Blerp transforms [...]

Is social networking communication limited to the communications department?

Cellular News reports that a new study says top CEOs should do a better job at managing their presence online, on social sites like Twitter; LinkedIn; Facebook; and Wikipedia.
This is based on Fortune`s 2009 list of the top 100 CEOs – Sharon Barclay of the UberCEO blog conducted research over several weeks and found a [...]

Is online shopping recession-proof?

According to MasterCard Worldwide’s latest survey results, as mentioned on itweb , 80 percent of South African internet users shop online, with CDs and DVD’s being the most sought-after items, followed by airtickets, books and arts. What is interesting is that the majority of online purchases were found to be premeditated, with 88 percent of [...]

Allowing information to find you

In a blogpost by Mark Cuban, he discusses how Twitter and Facebook compete with Google in an era where social media are becoming more and more significant in business and social life. As is discussed so often, we partake in so many social networks that the idea exists that it is no longer necessary to [...]

Taiwan boosts tourism through blogging and incentive

 
I came across an article describing an interesting marketing strategy of sorts today.
The Tourism Bureau of Taiwan has come up with a novel idea to create awareness about Taiwan by offering 50 pairs of backpackers the opportunity to visit the country for four days, on a budget of $200 per day, and blog about Taiwan’s [...]

Create your own social network with Ning

Sick of Facebook’s socialness? Bored with LinkedIn’s business boardroom feel? Why not start your own social (or non-social, if you prefer) network? It’s easier than it sounds, with the help of Ning. Started in 2004, Ning helps you create your own social network, for any rhyme or reason. Today, Ning powers the largest number of [...]