People on the Move in the Social Media Industry: August 8, 2008

I’m starting this post series (see archives) to recognize and congratulate folks who get promoted, move, or accept new exciting positions. Please help me congratulate the following folks: Adriana Gascoigne joins social network Hi5 as the Director of Corporate Communications, moving on from Ogilvy Interactive, … Continue readingPeople on the Move in the Social Media Industry: August 8, 2008

How crowdsourcing helps some –but not all research activities

Left Image: Here’s some sample data that is derived from NACTAS 2007 North American Social Technographic Online Survey. Although I primarily rely on the proven Forrester Research methodology, when it makes sense, I tap into my network to discuss concepts and get examples. While only … Continue readingHow crowdsourcing helps some –but not all research activities

Weekly Digest of the Social Networking Space: August 5, 2008

I’m respecting your limited time by publishing this weekly digest on the Social Networking space, which I cover as an Industry Analyst –a good way to get in my head. I’ve created a new category called Digest (view archives). Start with the Web Strategy Summary, … Continue readingWeekly Digest of the Social Networking Space: August 5, 2008

Audio: Why Most Brands Fail at Social Network Marketing

Your browser does not support JavaScript. This media can be viewed at http://www.podtech.net/home/5308/forresters-jeremiah-owyang-the-best-and-worst-of-social-marketing If you’re reading this from a feedreader or an email subscription, advance here to the flash embed to listen to the audio file. Dear friend Jennifer Jones interviews me on my latest … Continue readingAudio: Why Most Brands Fail at Social Network Marketing

Slideshare: Universal Mccann International Social Media Research

Universal Mccann International Social Media Research Wave 3 view presentation (tags: socialmedia research social media) It’s difficult to see the detailed text of this sldieshare, so I recommend clicking to the main site, then clicking the small button that says “Full” which will take you … Continue readingSlideshare: Universal Mccann International Social Media Research

How “Janet” Fooled the Twittersphere (and me) She’s the Voice of Exxon Mobil

The game is up, “Janet” is not an official Exxon representative A few days ago, the Twittersphere was curious, interested, and excited to see a member of Exxon Mobil’s employee ranks to join the twitter conversation and engage in conversation…sadly, she’s not a real employee. … Continue readingHow “Janet” Fooled the Twittersphere (and me) She’s the Voice of Exxon Mobil