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Re: Good Enough IV

rickmahn — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:46:33 -0000

Honestly, you can't loose either way. Personally I'd go HP, but that's only based on a personal preference. I've never owned either an Asus or HP - mainly because I'm usually a Dell guy. The HP and Asus are both darn good machines. Asus might have a few more features for the price though.

Re: Good Enough IV

rickmahn — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:44:39 -0000

And quickly! Since I picked up this guy, Acer has a Intel Core2 Solo version! That one would be quite cool.

Re: Twitter’s lists make Chris Brogan feel bad

Scobleizer — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:56:30 -0000

Yes, it sort of is an endorsement. I'm making a list of hosting companies and information sources about hosting companies. By putting companies and people there I am endorsing them and when Rackspace makes its list it will be endorsing them in a way. Luckily we have great competitors worth endorsing.

Re: Twitter’s lists make Chris Brogan feel bad

rickmahn — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 22:36:07 -0000

Of course, to look at it another way - if Twitter had called them "Groups" and kept them visible only to the twitter account owner, would using them still be exclusionary? ;-)

Re: Twitter’s lists make Chris Brogan feel bad

rickmahn — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 22:33:54 -0000

Heh, :-) you're always on one of my lists (it just changes day to day). I do like the differing POVs as it makes me think more than I usually would.

Here's a question for you: What about a corporate twitter account making a list? Would that constitute an endorsement by the sponsoring corporation? Would they understand that?

Cheers Robert.

Re: Twitter’s lists make Chris Brogan feel bad

Scobleizer — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 22:22:23 -0000

Oh, come now. It's not a pissing match at all. Chris has a different view of the world than I do. He wrote his opinion on his blog and now I'm writing mine on mine. And now you're chiming in. I'm not disappointed you took the time to call us on it. Why you have to be dissapointed? Have fun. I guess I just earned my way onto one of your lists. :-)

Re: Twitter’s lists make Chris Brogan feel bad

rickmahn — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 22:11:49 -0000

Ugh. Is this the start of another A-List pissing match? I'm disappointed you even took the time to write about it.

Re: Where Do Social Media Pros Come From

rickmahn — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:39:56 -0000

@job20
I'd love to suggest some of the training materials and sessions I'm currently developing, but that's not ready yet.

Since there are few real social media training programs, I have a hard time singling out one over the other. A quick Google search will get you several links to start with.

What I really recommend are two things: a change of mindset, and trying things out. What I mean about a change of mindset is that social media is about openness and sharing - a quick read of Cluetrain is a good starting point. Second, don't hesitate to try things out - the current tools & networks like Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Flickr, LinkedIn, etc... are a good training ground to learn how these tools extend our ability to socialize and network with people online.

I'm happy to answer questions you may have and assist in connecting you with folks if that's what you're looking for. The best way to do this is get on Twitter, and follow me (http://twitter.com/rickmahn).

Thanks,
Rick

Re: Adobe AIR & Windows Vista

rickmahn — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 10:26:19 -0000

@scania70 This sounds like an Adobe Air issue, so I'd head on over to http://support.adobe.com and see if they can help answer that question. They would be best suited to help fix that particular problem.

Re: Changing Sandcrawlers

rickmahn — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:08:14 -0000

Congratulations Josh!
They made the right choice, no doubt about it. We'll have to trade stories, there are so many things that BBY is doing that others can learn from. I'm sure you'll have a lot of interesting discoveries as you move into the new role. Good luck as you transition to BBY.

Cheers,
Rick

Re: Good Enough IV

rickmahn — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 21:01:32 -0000

Honestly, it really depends on your needs. Large screen? Small price? Light weight? Mac or Windows? Its up to you to decide.

Re: Happiness CCCXXV

rickmahn — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 20:28:38 -0000

If you have to ask... you'll never understand.

Re: Why I wont be at #smbmsp tomorrow.

mitchellhislop — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 18:37:14 -0000

Rick,
What would your thoughts be on throwing a poll up on the SMBMSP ning about having multiple tracks?

Re: Why I wont be at #smbmsp tomorrow.

malbiniak — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 18:00:37 -0000

rick,

i appreciate the dialogue, and without question, you've gone through the process whereas i'm making critiques from the sidelines. one is easier to do than the other (spoiler: sideline criticism is easier).

also, bonus points for demonstrating the first rule of social media: talk about social media. kudos for listening, considering, and continuing to push the community forward.

all the best,
-matt

Re: Why I wont be at #smbmsp tomorrow.

rickmahn — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:10:40 -0000

There sure are growing pains. Some good, some bad. I too really miss the 30-40 folks that could have real group conversations that can't scale into the hundreds. Sure the August event and also the June event are very large, and more about socializing around SocMed than learning about techniques, tools or methods.

However, right after the very large June event was a much smaller July event at which we had a knowledgeable panel on non-profit use of SocMed. Had quite a bit of great feedback about how useful that session was.

We are a vibrant community and we do have enthusiastic people, and we do have varied backgrounds that are looking for different things. And that is what makes this a great location to practice social media locally.

Cheers,
Rick

Re: Why I wont be at #smbmsp tomorrow.

rickmahn — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 11:33:53 -0000

Mitchell - we hear you.
The goal for SMBMSP is not to have the coolest or largest. What you're describing is in part because of the feedback and suggestions from the group itself to a certain degree. Interest is quite extensive, and the attempt is to meet the majority of folks needs and expectations.

I'll challenge you on a portion of this though. One of the many things on my agenda by doing this scope of event is to promote the larger MSP community of SocMed professionals. We have tremendous talent in this metro area from multiple disciplines. From time to time, it is necessary to share and promote what makes MN SocMed folks special, and in this case, why not do that at a respected event such as the Minnesota State Fair?

You are quite right about SMBMSP adressing "Social Media 101". It is a free event, that is focused on helping folks understand the value of these new mediums of communication. Be it for internal collaboration, or for external interactive marketing. There are many business people who hear the buzz and are looking for a low cost way to start learning about "social media".

For those of us who've been practicing social media for extended periods of time, or that have simply grown up with it, it surely is basic information. It's also us who needs to help spread that knowledge around and help folks understand how these tools add value to those who are looking to learn. I'd love to have you help mentor and teach instead of abstaining from the event - you have a lot to share.

As for more advanced content, stay tuned. There are many, many good things coming.

Kind Regards,

Rick Mahn
Social Media Strategist & Consultant
Founder, Social Media Breakfast - Twin Cities (SMBMSP)

Re: Good Enough IV

rickmahn — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 01:41:27 -0000

You make a good point that folks should consider with these low-cost units. They are very similar, but all have some unique qualities. A new buyer should check them out at their local electronics purveyor if possible to see what's best for them.

Re: Good Enough IV

rickmahn — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 01:39:54 -0000

Well, that would make it more mobile. Not sure if I'm ready for that any more. Fun stuff though.

Re: Good Enough IV

rickmahn — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 08:08:23 -0000

Glad that I could help! One last tip - make sure that you're ok with the lower performance - it is noticible. Also, the newer wide-screen (HD) models seem to have the slower Atom Z520 processors and most of the others the Atom 270/280 processors. The 270/280 is slightly faster. Good luck!

Re: Happiness CCCXXIII

rickmahn — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:16:57 -0000

@paydayloanstx Exactly! Life is a challenge - that's what feeds the adventure in my book.

Re: Good Enough IV

rickmahn — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 21:59:59 -0000

Raymund, on this netbook I've tried a number of OSes. It shipped with Windows Vista Home Basic, and I've tried Windows 7 RC and Ubuntu 9.04 as well. I haven't been able to successfully install Windows XP from a USB stick (which hurts my inner geek), so I can't say if that would be faster or not in this case.

Out of the three OSes I've tried, I have to honestly say that Vista Home Basic works best right now. Mostly because optimized drivers are running on Vista, and they are not available for Windows 7 & Ubuntu... yet.

If I get a chance to borrow a USB CD-ROM drive, I'll install XP and will be able to compare that a bit. Until then - it's Vista.

Re: Good Enough IV

rickmahn — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 21:56:22 -0000

DIY, that doesn't sound too uncommon as many people like to have "the best" that they can afford. While there are cool features out there, most folks don't really use the power and features that they've paid for. If not a netbook, a lower-end, less expensive laptop can fill the bill.

However, graphic designers, videographers, and many other professionals really do need the power a more expensive laptop will offer. They should know what they need I guess.

Re: Where is my custom WordPress theme?

rickmahn — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 23:00:16 -0000

It sure helps that there are so many great resources on the 'net. Also the number of WordPress folks out there ready to help!

Re: Another Test Post – Aug 5 2009

rickmahn — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 20:21:55 -0000

Sample comment 1.

Re: RibbonBar mimicry from OpenOffice – too funny

rickmahn — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 19:50:45 -0000

Huh, strange. While I didn't mind the ribbon much when I moved to Office 2007, I *do* find it very curious that OpenOffice would copy such a feature. Kinda upsetting in a way as I always found OpenOffice to be the essence of knowledge worker tools - all the things you needed, but not much of the stuff you didn't.