Jeff is an international speaker and visual marketing consultant. He hosts the Social Media News Live show and podcast and is also the editor for Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People Podcast. He is also "Head Beard" at Manly Pinterest Tips.
Finding a place where everyone knows your name...
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Howdy Reader! Remember Cheers? That cozy bar where "everybody knows your name"? Well, something fascinating is happening on the internet right now. The exodus from big social media has begun, with people seeking out smaller, more meaningful online spaces where genuine connections flourish. And I'm all in. Some of my favorite moments online aren't on the major platforms - they're in Dave Jackson's live School of Podcasting show on Saturdays or hanging out with Lou Mongello's WDW Radio group on Wednesday nights. (Fun fact: Lou's community is so strong, he got me on a BOAT in the middle of the ocean!) The Verge just published a thought-provoking article about this shift, and here's what's really interesting:
But here's what really caught my attention... Almost everyone agrees: the future belongs to smaller, purpose-driven communities. Places where real connections happen. Where authenticity trumps algorithms. That's exactly why I'm rebranding our Friday show from "Social Media News Live" to "Creator News Live" in March. (Eagle-eyed viewers might have already spotted the change on YouTube!) Social Media has such a negative perception; I think the show will be more attractive with a name change. Speaking of communities that matter - Mondays and Fridays have become my favorite days of the week. Why? Because that's when I get to hang out with amazing creators like you, either in my mastermind group or during our live shows. So...
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Jeff Sieh
Jeff is an international speaker and visual marketing consultant. He hosts the Social Media News Live show and podcast and is also the editor for Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People Podcast. He is also "Head Beard" at Manly Pinterest Tips.
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