Top 5 Online Social Hang Outs!
The purpose of social media marketing sites is to help you stay current with the latest news and trends. I find them particularly valuable for entrepreneurs and small business owners. These types of sites are growing by leaps and bounds, providing insider information on just about every industry or business sector.
I thought it would be interesting to uncover the top social sites for entrepreneurs based on readership and relevant content. Of course, we would like to toot our own horn here on Blogtrepreneur, but we thought it only fair that we take ourselves out of the running. So here’s what we propose as the Top Social sites where you should be hanging out!
1. Mashable
There’s a reason why Mashable is the world’s largest blog. Since it was established in 2005, it has provided the latest news and opinions pertaining to Web 2.0 and Social Networking. What makes it tops in its area of expertise is its instant publication of breaking news and well-thought out opinions on various web topics. With its rich content, it’s easy to see why Mashable attracts a wide ranging audience, from the tech-savvy and top influencers of business to bloggers and entrepreneurs.
http://www.mashable.com
2. Young Entrepreneur (OK I sneaked this one in!)
Young Entrepreneur is a very active forum and blog with great input from entrepreneurs from all walks of life. The website attracts those who are truly passionate about entrepreneurship and are open to sharing their ideas and experiences to spur innovation and help new businesses grow. Young Entrepreneur provides a venue where those just starting out in their own business can share ideas, voice frustrations and get motivating support. Blog and forum topics are far-reaching and cover all aspects of entrepreneurship. It’s particularly refreshing to be able to network with other business professionals and make contacts with venture capitalists, private investors, business service providers and industry experts.
http://www.youngentrepreneur.com/
3. ProBlogger
This site garners a lot of attention and rightly so. After all, who doesn’t want to learn how to make money by blogging? But ProBlogger also caters to entrepreneurs, businesses and corporations who want to know how to increase traffic to their websites by adding a blog. What makes ProBlogger particularly valuable is its knowledge database of things that can enhance a blog, such as video posts. Also appealing about this site is the way it seamlessly caters to those just starting out while providing a forum for more advanced bloggers to share their experiences or take their blogging skills to another level. It’s also worth tapping into ProBlogger’s articles, tutorials and case studies.
http://www.problogger.net/
4. Entrepreneurs-Journey
Entrepreneurs-Journey takes entrepreneurs through the ins and outs of blogging and starting an Internet business. It’s a comprehensive site that provides information in various formats to appeal to all user preferences. The articles and blogs are most helpful for those looking to start and run their own Internet business or wanting to expand their brick and mortar business online as another money-making avenue. There are audio podcast recordings about Internet business topics, how-to instructional articles and blogs with content that ranges from hot topics to interviews with entrepreneurs. The content changes daily, so entrepreneurs have instant access to the latest in Web marketing.
http://www.entrepreneurs-journey.com/
5. GetEntrepreneurial
This small business blog offers all the resources and guidance necessary for aspiring entrepreneurs to start their own business. It’s a comprehensive and active comment site that doesn’t lose site of its purpose to inspire and support budding entrepreneurs. In addition to motivational and helpful blogs, there is a wealth of business tips and information, from creating a business plan to devising a cost-effective marketing campaign. GetEntrepreneurial attracts comments from entrepreneurs in all types of businesses and with diverse business experience, so it’s a good forum for discovering best practices for your business.
http://www.getentrepreneurial.com
Having a solid entrepreneurial community where ideas can be shared is essential, which is why social media and Internet marketing sites are so important to have and to use. Tell us where you stay connected and which social media internet marketing sites are most valuable to you.
If you know a BUZZING site where we should be leaving a comment – share it – add a comment!
Matthew Toren
