Monthly Archives: May 2012

Be Great

I met today with a good friend, Trefor Munn-Venn (@TreforMV) of www.SocialCatalyst.ca (Check them out).  Anyways, we had a fun discussion and without spoiling the details of it the comment, “Be Great” came up. Be great.  Think about that.  What … Continue reading

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When does help hinder?

There is no arguing that the use of social media has been a great move forward for police and law enforcement in regards to communication.  Never has it been so easier for an officer or agency to send out messages … Continue reading

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Tweeting Police and Fear of Crime: How will the research work?

Tweeting Police and Fear of Crime: How will the research work?. I’ve been watching with great anticipation as Dr. Phillips has been talking about using his natural gifts to help policing with scientific research and understanding. Dr. Phillips is one … Continue reading

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Pin this!

I admit it…I’m a “Pinner”.  Myself and seven other males in this world have Pinterest accounts[1].  We were brave enough to join the women’s unofficial social media platform of interest. Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you know that … Continue reading

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What should you respond to?

Here is a little follow-up to my last post. Trefor Munn-Venn is the President of Social Catalyst Inc. and a big believer that if you want to build a community, you have to give. You can find Trefor on Twitter or email … Continue reading

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Engagement, communication and responding in social media

Engagement.  The magic word that has led the vast majority of us turning to using social media.  We will often state first and foremost that the reason we are using so media is so that we can engage with our communities.  We want to open … Continue reading

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