Monthly Archives: June 2013

Vine vs Instagram Part II

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Tim Burrows

I don’t like making any decisions based purely on like / don’t like.  I prefer to play with things, experiment, read and really rate the pros and cons before I make a preferential choice for one thing over another.  I will tell … Continue reading →

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Social Currency for safety

Posted on June 23, 2013 by Tim Burrows

One of the major stumbling blocks of social media use by police and law enforcement is how we talk or provide advice, information and or warnings.  We talk to the public like we talk to each other or in court … Continue reading →

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Twitter Jail (is social media reliable in an emergency)

Posted on June 21, 2013 by Tim Burrows

From the onset of the flood warnings in Alberta I have had search terms and monitoring in place to follow along from a safe, dry distance. From the beginning, the Calgary Police Service has been nothing short of awesome to … Continue reading →

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Vine or Instagram?

Posted on June 21, 2013 by Tim Burrows

“Who has time for both?” I read that earlier today and I was blown away.  I suppose if you are just going about your business using social media as a passive observer, or a passionate consumer you could very well … Continue reading →

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Red Cross Responding to Alberta Flooding

Posted on June 21, 2013 by Tim Burrows

If you’ve seen what has been happening in Alberta you’ll understand that an emergency of this kind needs support and resources. Take a minute please to read this from the Red Cross. Red Cross Responding to Alberta Flooding.

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New Shiny Toys

Posted on June 21, 2013 by Tim Burrows

The last few months have been like Christmas morning in the social media world with new toys being delivered to be opened and played with, shown to your friends and placed in that special spot with all your important stuff. … Continue reading →

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