Comments on: Andy’s Answers: What to look for when hiring for your social media team http://smartblogs.com/social-media/2009/09/22/andys-answers-what-to-look-for-when-hiring-for-your-social-media-team/ Engage. Innovate. Discuss. Thu, 24 May 2012 13:40:47 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Andy http://smartblogs.com/social-media/2009/09/22/andys-answers-what-to-look-for-when-hiring-for-your-social-media-team/#comment-34364 Andy Thu, 01 Oct 2009 03:36:41 +0000 http://smartblogs.com/socialmedia/?p=5219#comment-34364 Hey thanks for the tip Andy. Good stuff. I'm looking for a replacement soon in my SIM what other things should I look for? Hey thanks for the tip Andy. Good stuff. I’m looking for a replacement soon in my SIM what other things should I look for?

]]> By: JNFerree http://smartblogs.com/social-media/2009/09/22/andys-answers-what-to-look-for-when-hiring-for-your-social-media-team/#comment-34363 JNFerree Sun, 27 Sep 2009 01:54:30 +0000 http://smartblogs.com/socialmedia/?p=5219#comment-34363 I'm glad to read I'm not the only one who thinks having a boatload of Follower and Fans is way over rated unless the connection was the outcome of interaction of consequence. Sorry I can't tell you which Twitter post sent me to your blog, coz the dam page loads so fast, but I'm sure I'll see if again and when I do. I'll let you know who to thank. Nice post by the way - Neil I’m glad to read I’m not the only one who thinks having a boatload of Follower and Fans is way over rated unless the connection was the outcome of interaction of consequence. Sorry I can’t tell you which Twitter post sent me to your blog, coz the dam page loads so fast, but I’m sure I’ll see if again and when I do. I’ll let you know who to thank. Nice post by the way – Neil

]]> By: Jenny Wilmshurst http://smartblogs.com/social-media/2009/09/22/andys-answers-what-to-look-for-when-hiring-for-your-social-media-team/#comment-34362 Jenny Wilmshurst Wed, 23 Sep 2009 21:11:46 +0000 http://smartblogs.com/socialmedia/?p=5219#comment-34362 This is a well abbreviated list that captures some of the important aspects. However some would use this to hire based on attitude without considerations for more strategic needs.The one strategic aspects this list does mention is the use of the Social Media tools beyond broadcast and spamming. I believe the strategic aspects are vital. Here is a further explanation of that in Tweet Twins blog <a href="http://bit.ly/SocMedhiring" rel="nofollow">http://bit.ly/SocMedhiring</a> This is a well abbreviated list that captures some of the important aspects. However some would use this to hire based on attitude without considerations for more strategic needs.The one strategic aspects this list does mention is the use of the Social Media tools beyond broadcast and spamming. I believe the strategic aspects are vital. Here is a further explanation of that in Tweet Twins blog http://bit.ly/SocMedhiring

]]> By: June Collins http://smartblogs.com/social-media/2009/09/22/andys-answers-what-to-look-for-when-hiring-for-your-social-media-team/#comment-34360 June Collins Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:00:49 +0000 http://smartblogs.com/socialmedia/?p=5219#comment-34360 Enthusiasm is contagious. When a Social Media person possesses this trait and whose desire is for your business to succeed is key. However, also engaging followers is important to. Enthusiasm is contagious. When a Social Media person possesses this trait and whose desire is for your business to succeed is key. However, also engaging followers is important to.

]]> By: Trusted v. Untrusted « Cut Me Some Flack http://smartblogs.com/social-media/2009/09/22/andys-answers-what-to-look-for-when-hiring-for-your-social-media-team/#comment-34359 Trusted v. Untrusted « Cut Me Some Flack Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:40:53 +0000 http://smartblogs.com/socialmedia/?p=5219#comment-34359 [...] how do you spot qualities in the ones you can trust? SmartBlog on Social Media @SBoSM put up a great post about some of the less tangible qualities one should consider in candidates as they build their [...] [...] how do you spot qualities in the ones you can trust? SmartBlog on Social Media @SBoSM put up a great post about some of the less tangible qualities one should consider in candidates as they build their [...]

]]> By: cathy taylor http://smartblogs.com/social-media/2009/09/22/andys-answers-what-to-look-for-when-hiring-for-your-social-media-team/#comment-34361 cathy taylor Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:07:31 +0000 http://smartblogs.com/socialmedia/?p=5219#comment-34361 Agree with you Andy but I would also add to point number 3: Make sure the social media team is empowered to solve problems. If not, these individuals are no more effective than the customer service representatives who answer the phone. Agree with you Andy but I would also add to point number 3: Make sure the social media team is empowered to solve problems. If not, these individuals are no more effective than the customer service representatives who answer the phone.

]]> By: David Teicher @Aerocles http://smartblogs.com/social-media/2009/09/22/andys-answers-what-to-look-for-when-hiring-for-your-social-media-team/#comment-34358 David Teicher @Aerocles Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:48:25 +0000 http://smartblogs.com/socialmedia/?p=5219#comment-34358 I agree with your criteria and have one to add, though I may be a bit biased. I've found that having a background in Public Relations has helped me in achieving a holistic, big-picture, understanding of Social Media. Whether your a b2b or b2c business, ad shop, marketing agency, or putting together customer service team - that understanding of PR can be invaluable in when determining the best course of action and strategy for employing social media. Other than that, and this depends on the nature of your business and the exact function of your team, the talent & experience should range across all spectrum and ages. You want people that know the tech side & can develop apps & widgets but you also want older members of your team who can handle a social media crisis, and others still with an understanding of the advertising and marketing realm. Just my $.02 David I agree with your criteria and have one to add, though I may be a bit biased. I’ve found that having a background in Public Relations has helped me in achieving a holistic, big-picture, understanding of Social Media. Whether your a b2b or b2c business, ad shop, marketing agency, or putting together customer service team – that understanding of PR can be invaluable in when determining the best course of action and strategy for employing social media.

Other than that, and this depends on the nature of your business and the exact function of your team, the talent & experience should range across all spectrum and ages. You want people that know the tech side & can develop apps & widgets but you also want older members of your team who can handle a social media crisis, and others still with an understanding of the advertising and marketing realm.

Just my $.02

David

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