Getting My Online Identities in Order

by Daniel on August 25, 2007 · Comments

in General Info, Social Media, Uncategorized

I’ll admit, while I have watched the social networking craze with interest, I haven’t really participated all that much up to this point. Even though I graduated from college less than 5 years ago, it was still prior to the current trend. My brother, on the other hand, who is a now a sophomore at Hight Point University, practically lives on Facebook. When I was in school, AIM was cutting edge. My how quickly things can change. . .

At any rate, I figured that now is as good a time as any to catch up. As a result, I have updated my Facebook profile and my LinkedIn profile, and have sent out some contact requests. If any of you reading this get one from me, please accept. I don’t know if my fragile ego could take the rejection.

When I went through my email address book, I was amazed at how many people I knew who have LinkedIn or Facebook profiles. I have quickly discovered that social networking isn’t necessarily about who you know, but who they know. I look forward to participating in both networks and meeting new people. I hope to see you there!

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  • I can identify. I come from Gen-X and people confuse this with innate knowledge of all things internet. Well, I wasn't born with the golden key of the internet in my hand, but have realized that it was important to get on the train, and am updating my Linked In profile and foraging into as well.

    Cheers.

    Rebecca D. Levinson- http://www.connect2agent.com
  • Bryan
    you spelled High Point wrong...but thanks for the shout out!
  • Daniel Rothamel
    Of course there is a reason I call myself a Zebra. Basketball officials are often referred to as "Zebras." It's because of the stripes. Plus, Zebras are pretty cool animals!
  • Keeping up with the social network is work. I think that it will pay off with time and time management. Feel free to look me up on Linkedin. I would be willing to add you to my network if you are interested. Best of luck with your adventures.
  • Is there any reason why you call yourself a "zebra" and not a wolf, a bear or an eagle?
  • Social networking certainly is the craze. As much as we would like it to be professional it's hard not to slip back into the "high school" feeling. Guess that's why us old folks like it too!
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