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Jun 17

“The Medium is the Message”- or is it?

The main point of McLuhan’s idea is that a society dominated by electronic media will differ from a print-dominated one because people relate to the world around them according to which senses they use to learn about it. The media, like other tools, extend human capacities. …

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“The Medium is the Message”- or is it?
“The Medium is the Message”- or is it?

May 30

How are you persuading your audience? A deep dive into the Elaboration Likelihood Model.

The process of perception works differently in different individuals. Some perceptual differences include: · Biological differences · Cultural differences · Different socializing environments · Different education levels · Different religious backgrounds No two people perceive the world in the same way because no two people have had the same experiences…

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How are you persuading your audience? A deep dive into the Elaboration Likelihood Model.
How are you persuading your audience? A deep dive into the Elaboration Likelihood Model.

May 22

Are You Making Up Your Own Mind or Are Thought Leaders Doing it For You?

What is the two-step flow theory? The two-step flow theory takes a close look at role of mass media opinion leaders and their effect on the public. Prior to the two-step flow theory there was the hypodermic theory which is a theory that looked at the direct influence that the…

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Are You Making Up Your Own Mind or Are Thought Leaders Doing it For You?
Are You Making Up Your Own Mind or Are Thought Leaders Doing it For You?

May 16

What is the Magic Bullet Communication Theory and is it Really That Relevant Today?

The magic bullet/ hypodermic theory is a communications theory that “suggests that media messages are immediately received and fully accepted by the audience” (Lowery, 1995). The theory got the name “magic bullet” theory as well because it is the idea that media messages, resembling bullets, are fired into the receiver’s…

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What is the Magic Bullet Communication Theory and is it Really That Relevant Today?
What is the Magic Bullet Communication Theory and is it Really That Relevant Today?

Nov 27, 2021

Using User-Generated Content Within Facebook Groups

What is User-Generated Content? User-generated content has become an absolute must when using social media as a marketing tool. User-generated content is exactly what it sounds like. It is content created by customers and users that can then be repurposed by brands when promoting online. …

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Using User-Generated Content Within Facebook Groups
Using User-Generated Content Within Facebook Groups

Nov 14, 2021

Moderating a Facebook Group: How and Why

Moderating a Facebook Group: Why? When it comes to starting a Facebook group, someone has to be able to moderate it. As Facebook admits itself, “people are different, but that’s what makes the world great. But those differences can sometimes cause misunderstandings, confusion, even controversy”. Sometimes members can have conversations…

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Moderating a Facebook Group: How and Why
Moderating a Facebook Group: How and Why

Oct 30, 2021

Flew The Coup: Fighting Back Against Inequality in the Workplace.

After moving to New York City, I decided I would look into joining some sort of a co-working space. Let me tell you, living alone and working alone in a new city can be isolating so the concept of a co-working space sounded like the perfect fit. New York City…

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Flew The Coup: Fighting Back Against Inequality in the Workplace.
Flew The Coup: Fighting Back Against Inequality in the Workplace.

Oct 24, 2021

Promoting a Facebook Group in TikTok

When deciding on the Facebook group I wanted to create, I made my final decision due to an overwhelming amount of people posting on TikTok about living alone. A lot of girls my age were sharing on TikTok that it was hard for them to get used to living alone…

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Promoting a Facebook Group in TikTok
Promoting a Facebook Group in TikTok

Oct 17, 2021

Tips and Tricks For Growing a Facebook Group!

So, you started your Facebook group and now you are wondering how to get members and grow your community? People aren’t just going to magically appear in your Facebook group, but luckily there are a few surefire ways to get your group out there for your target audience to see…

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Tips and Tricks For Growing a Facebook Group!
Tips and Tricks For Growing a Facebook Group!

Oct 10, 2021

Chi According to Cai — Creating a Successful Social Media Community

When I was deciding where to live a few months ago, I had a few options in mind of places I would consider moving. One of my top choices was Chicago. I had family nearby and I had heard endless positive things about living there in your 20s. I decided…

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Chi According to Cai — Creating a Successful Social Media Community
Chi According to Cai — Creating a Successful Social Media Community
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