January 27, 2012
25 Ways Social Media is Like a Good Book
By: zoegeddessoltess
In the same way a novel or memoir draws a reader in, there are certain qualities about social media that make it memorable and engaging. This inspired me to come up with 25 ways social media is like a good book:
1. They offer an escape
2. Both tell a story
3. Both have a cast of characters
4. They can cause sleepless nights
5. They can be enjoyed repeatedly
6. They are easily shared
7. They inspire conversation
8. They are open to interpretation
9. Both evoke emotion
10. Both can be controversial
11. They bring people together
12. They influence change
13. They can make us feel less alone
14. They are archived
15. They can be translated into any language
16. They can be long-winded or short and sweet
17. Both benefit from a good title
18. Both can have multiple authors
19. They should be reviewed before publishing
20. They should be well researched
21. They can be educational
22. They are portable
23. They encourage word of mouth
24. They can cover any topic
25. They can leave you wanting more
While books and social media can speak to each of us for different reasons, the above qualities are universally shared. Use these points as inspiration when approaching your own social media strategy and you might find yourself with a best seller!
What other similarities can you add to this list? Feel free to share your thoughts. While you’re at it, see our latest ebook for great ways to use social media in 2012.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
They both help you explore what you are passionate about.
Great addition! Thanks Peter.
Great addition! Thanks Peter.
Great addition! Thanks Peter.
Great addition! Thanks Peter.
Great addition! Thanks Peter.
Great addition! Thanks Peter.
Great addition! Thanks Peter.
Great addition! Thanks Peter.
Great addition! Thanks Peter.
Great addition! Thanks Peter.
Great addition! Thanks Peter.
They both give a special joy when shared. Everyone loves to hear a friend say, "Wow, thanks for turning me onto that!"
They both give a special joy when shared. Everyone loves to hear a friend say, "Wow, thanks for turning me onto that!"
They both give a special joy when shared. Everyone loves to hear a friend say, "Wow, thanks for turning me onto that!"
They both give a special joy when shared. Everyone loves to hear a friend say, "Wow, thanks for turning me onto that!"
They both give a special joy when shared. Everyone loves to hear a friend say, "Wow, thanks for turning me onto that!"
They both give a special joy when shared. Everyone loves to hear a friend say, "Wow, thanks for turning me onto that!"
They both give a special joy when shared. Everyone loves to hear a friend say, "Wow, thanks for turning me onto that!"
They both give a special joy when shared. Everyone loves to hear a friend say, "Wow, thanks for turning me onto that!"
They both give a special joy when shared. Everyone loves to hear a friend say, "Wow, thanks for turning me onto that!"
They both give a special joy when shared. Everyone loves to hear a friend say, "Wow, thanks for turning me onto that!"
They both give a special joy when shared. Everyone loves to hear a friend say, "Wow, thanks for turning me onto that!"
They both give a special joy when shared. Everyone loves to hear a friend say, "Wow, thanks for turning me onto that!"
So true! I know I love getting a great book recommendation from a friend
So true! I know I love getting a great book recommendation from a friend
So true! I know I love getting a great book recommendation from a friend
So true! I know I love getting a great book recommendation from a friend
So true! I know I love getting a great book recommendation from a friend
So true! I know I love getting a great book recommendation from a friend
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
You can use it to beat someone over the head (with information). Probably an example of poor use of social media.
Haha very true. With a book, that point could be both literal and figurative
Haha very true. With a book, that point could be both literal and figurative
Haha very true. With a book, that point could be both literal and figurative
Haha very true. With a book, that point could be both literal and figurative
Haha very true. With a book, that point could be both literal and figurative
Haha very true. With a book, that point could be both literal and figurative