What are the benefits of a diverse and inclusive PLN in social media sharing that understands where you are coming from with messaging that impacts the community?
The diverse PLN has become such a part of our lives that, at this point, we can’t even imagine a world without different social media channels. Those PLN has provided us with many great opportunities. Platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Tiktok have given us opportunities to show ourselves, skills and areas of competence. In short, it is easier now to brand ourselves and promote what we do. If this opportunity is well used, we have more opportunities to be seen by future employers and promote what we create (e.g. art, writing, photography, music, etc.). At the same time, we can share our success stories or life stories and ask questions of people from all over the world. When we need help, we can use tag to spread and raise awareness. Especially in the last two years of the global pandemic, we are relying more on PLN to share content and solve problems, and people are discovering more possibilities for success.
As a young political activist, Markiel Simpson knew how to use the diverse PLN to create positive influence for his race and election. For example, he used the hashtag #StrongerTogether to make his tweets more likely to be found by people with similar experiences or interests. And I appreciate his service to his race. When he is a black candidate, it means he has a certain political influence, and he has always stayed true to his original aspiration to fight for more opportunities for his race and to eliminate racial discrimination in the world. At the same time, I can feel his positive and optimistic from his interview, and I can see that he has a lot of hopes for PLN. Because he can share his story at PLN, campaign for his election, and gain approval by spreading positive values. Finally, his words and experience can inspire or help others.
Miller, J. (2021). EDCI-338 MARKIEL SIMPSON. YouTube. Retrieved from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsoDHGaXNNs
Hi, Joerica. Great blog post! I really agree that PLNs have become a significant part in our lives. I literally cannot imagine how I would live without my PLNs. I like that you mentioned we can ask questions to people all over the world when we have a diverse PLN. When we get answers from a diverse set of people we can think more critically and broaden our understanding of the topic in question.
Hi Tanvir. Critical thinking helps people respond better to their own thoughts and statements, rather than stubbornly holding on to their own thoughts without considering other feelings.
Joerica 🙂
Hi Joerica,
Thanks for sharing your blog post 6. It is important to point out that social media has become a popular way for people to communicate with each other. This is because regardless of where they are, you can communicate with them on social media. Using social media is also another way for people to work together in order to solve problems. By using social media, we can also find friends that share the same interests as us.
Hi Norman. Social media is not only help us find jobs, but also expand our circle of friends. Communicate with similar people to make our attitude more positive!
Joerica 🙂
Hi Joerica,
I agree with what you had to say about social media networks shaping the world we live in to the degree where its difficult to imagine life without them. Branding like you mentioned is such an important aspect of utilizing these platforms as they are often the easiest methods of getting your name out there and expressing your perspectives to others.
Aidan
Yes, the proper use of these platforms is the right way to promote our PLN. The existence of these platforms has allowed many people to succeed on them.
Love your comment!
Joerica 🙂
Hey Joerica!
Another great blog post! I agree with you that PLN can be used for branding purposes as well as for seeking future job opportunities with potential employers. Looking forward to reading more from you 🙂
Hi Harmeet. Thanks for your comment! There is tremendous business value in PLN, and many people have been successful in running their own PLN.
Joerica 🙂