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Module 8

Why LinkedIn and YouTube Are Actually Good for Business Social media is a lot more than just posting pictures now. It can actually help a lot with business and your future career. Two platforms that are really good examples of this are LinkedIn and YouTube. They’re both useful in different ways, but they both connect back to building a personal brand. First, LinkedIn is more about the professional side. It’s a really good tool if you want to go into something like marketing or business. You can use it to make yourself look more put together by posting about your experiences, what you’re learning, and your goals. It also helps with networking and finding opportunities, which is important if you’re trying to get into a specific industry. YouTube, on the other hand, is more about reaching people. Videos are just more interesting than reading something, so it’s easier to grab attention. This is especially helpful for things like fitness or skincare because you can show real results. People...

M7: Conversational Social Media Platforms

      Conversational social media platforms are apps or websites where people mostly communicate through text and quick  conversations. Instead of focusing mainly on pictures or videos like Instagram or TikTok, these platforms are most about sharing thoughts, asking questions, and replying to other people. Some popular examples are Reddit, LinkenIn, Threads etc. These platforms allow people to interact quickly and join conversations about topics they're interested in.      One conversational platform I think is really interesting is Reddit. Reddit has tons of communities called "subreddits," and each one focuses on a specific topic. People can ask questions,  share advice, or just talk about things they are interested in. I like that it feels more like a discussion with real people instead of just scrolling through posts. You can usually find honest opinions or helpful advice from people who have gone through similar experiences.    ...