Why I deleted my social media groups
Through the years, I’ve signed up with many social media and business networking groups, but I hardly visit them. My profiles end up getting neglected and I get tired of seeing the emails from these groups I no longer have any interest in visiting. So this morning, I took some time to log in and delete many of my neglected accounts.. starting with MySpace. I also deleted my classmates account, linkedin and a few others. I have more to locate later today.
I kept Facebook and Twitter as they are the only ones I choose to give my time to. I feel better knowing the accounts are closed and not just lingering around stagnant. Why keep them if I don’t visit them? I like the simplifying aspect of it too.. It no longer makes sense to me to spread myself thin over several, but instead devote more quality time with a select one or two.
Sounds like a really great thing to do! One can stretch themselves way to thin trying to socialize everywhere on the net.
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Yes, it’s true.. I’ve been online many many years, so I supposed I’ve learned a thing or two.. along with what I’ve learned, I’ve decided quality is better than quantity :)
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Like you I have profiles all over the internet and I rarely do anything with 90% of them. I love Twitter – have actually made sales as a direct result of certain tweets. I use ping.fm, blip or Tumblr to feed to several others liked linked-in, myspace, facebook but I spend my personal time on twitter and bit.ly (which feeds me stats on each entry.
It’s insane out there, I’m constantly getting invited to yet another new social space – I just don’t have the time so I concentrate on the current top five – I check Alexa and Google once a month to see the trends of each sites popularity.
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I agree with you, Karlyn. Monday I spent my entire work day just catching up and posting on the social networking sites and checking e-mail. While they may have value, I am going to choose a couple of favorites and forget about the rest. it’s a good idea to delete the dormant ones.
Thanks for affirming that this is what I need to do, too.
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Streamlining is important in business and social networking is no exception. I primarily use Facebook and Twitter as my social media tools. So many others pale in comparison. I also like staying in touch with people through SELECT social networks that allow me to connect and communicate with potential clients directly. There are so many social networks these days that being selective is the key. It’s also a great way to ensure your time is focused and very well spent. THANKS Karlyn!
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Oh, Karlyn, good for you! I’ve just started with Twitter and I only tweet every few days. I’m active with the Divas and try to keep my blog updated regularly. Plus I have a day job.
I just don’t understand how people can keep up with all these various online groups and social media centers. Makes my head spin!
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I’m inspired, Karlyn! Too many social media sites can make the entire process such a drain and that’s not the intent. Tonight I’m going to delete my profiles from those that I rarely frequent.
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I couldn’t agree with you more, Karlyn. I, too, have fallen into the trap of joining more networks than I can handle. I had already decided to get rid of at least one last month, but still have yet to do it. You have reminded me of the necessity. This could be the week. Thanks for the post.
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Good for you! There comes a time when you just have to ask yourself what are you really getting out of a particular site. I amit I started out networking heavily to promote my books but, like you said, it’s now about developing quality relationships. I’d rather have a few good connections than hundreds who serve no real purpose.
I’m still trying to figure out Facebook. My old high school classmates keep finding me–and I’m not quite sure how I feel about that :)
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It is so uncanny to read your blog because I signed up for Facebook and Linked In about 6 weeks ago and then I’m being told to do Twitter and I feel completely overwhelmed and still haven’t gotten the hang of them. And all it is doing for me is hearing from high school and college friends. I have tons of friends I don’t spend enough time with already. The past few weeks I’ve ignored the two sites. I have been reflecting alot lately and trying to simplify the clutter in my house and life. Your blog has inspired me to rethink the social media network thing.
Thanks
Karlyn, I have quite a few social networking sites and I have to admit, I don’t pay so much attention to a few, only concentrating on a couple. I guess, if I want the “Face” time, I better put in the “me” time. Thanks for posting and making me think about it. Quality over Quantity. You’re right.
Sometimes it’s a case of ‘out of sight, out of mind’. I guess you really only pay attention to the ones that you receive attention from, i.e. emails from discussions or something to remind you it exists.
I know that’s the case for me. However, having said that, there are some social networks out there that are really working for me and generating interest and business – so I’ll keep participating!
I know what you mean. I have 3 email addresses due to business and personal commitments, LinkedIN, a blog, etc. It’s just too much to keep up with. Why did you choose Facebook over My Space? I’m not twittering yet. I don’t get the importance/significance of it. Tell me why you do it.
Hi Arlene and all, I chose Facebook over MySpace for several reasons. Application wise, Facebook functions better for sure.. is efficient with my information and needs and more professional (IMO). Also, I prefer the layout, for both personal and professional posting and I’ve connected with more of my family and friends on FB.
I was on MySpace since it’s inception and it just has more of a teen vibe with all it’s profile themes, new music bands, glittery comments, trivia. No matter how many professional contacts I made there, I just couldn’t escape that designed-for-the-young feel. When I finally decided to take a look at my memberships and where I wanted to spend my time, I confidently deleted MySpace first, then several copy-cat type network memberships from there.
I stayed with Twitter because I simply enjoy it. Like Facebook, when I log into Twitter, it’s like entering into a room full of friendly familiar places. These are people I choose to spend my time with and vice-versa. I can tell my Twitter connections about the type of day I’ve had, or I can share my latest post. I enjoy replying to tweets (Twitter posts) that make me laugh and make me think and hopefully, once in a while, I post something witty or useful for others as well.