The social media and marketing worlds are abuzz with the launch and initial success (over 25 million users already!) of Google's new social network, Google+. It also has marketers in a tail spin. "You mean I have to learn how to use and leverage yet
another
social media platform? I'm only just beginning to understand how to use Facebook, LinkedIn, and
Twitter for business
!"
We hear you loud and clear. Unfortunately, unlike Google's other attempts at achieving social networking success, given its quick success, it seems like Google might actually be onto something this time with Google+. This means marketers everywhere must pay attention and start taking advantage of the new social network to stay ahead of their competition and reap the marketing benefits Google+ can afford .
To help you get a handle on Google+, we've compiled 10 awesome presentations that help to explain what Google+ is, how it compares with other social networks, how to get started using it, and how to optimize your Google+ presence. Enjoy the slides!
1. "
Google+ is here. What now?
" by Publicis Modem London
2. "
Google+ 101 Guide
" by Supernova Studios
3. " WTF is Google Plus? " by Travis Wright
4. " Visual Guide to Circles in Google+ " by Ross Mayfield
5. " Google+ 201 Guide " by Supernova Studios
6. " Beginner's Guide to Google+ for Social Selling " by Social Selling University
7. " Google Plus Tips " by Janet Fouts
8. " Google+ vs. Facebook for SEO " by Giovanni Gallucci
9. " Google Plus: Nonprofit and Social Change Implications " by Rootwork
10. " Google+: Changing the Way We Share " by Christian Adams
Have you begun taking advantage of Google+ for marketing yet? In what ways have you benefited from it so far?
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Parker 3:04 PM on August 15, 2011
how do I get a login for this? I know I'm not special, but perhaps hubspot can hook up all it's customers with a log in to be an early adopter.
Pamela Vaughan 3:12 PM on August 15, 2011
@Parker: A login for Google+? If you already have a Google account, you can automatically access Google+. Visit http://plus.google.com
ATIM UKOH 3:31 PM on August 15, 2011
These are also great presentations for real estate agents that were missed. http://www.slideshare.net/WebtechDezine/google-plus-for-real-estate-agents
http://www.slideshare.net/WebtechDezine/real-estate-benefits-of-google-plus
Tracy Chatman 5:02 PM on August 15, 2011
I personally dont undrestand why all the changes? The way we share idea is good but the others. I see no need for it
yvonne 11:00 PM on August 15, 2011
Hi Nancy,
I'd appreciate your invitation to Google+.
Thank you,
Yvonne
Mark 12:10 AM on August 16, 2011
Anyone still looking for Google+ invites: http://goo.gl/dWOCA
Over 100 left, so should be lots.
Parker 7:18 AM on August 16, 2011
none of the above options has enabled me to get a google invite. Says my account isn't eligible.
Nancy Bain 7:37 AM on August 16, 2011
THANKS so much for sharing my presentations. I LOVE Hubspot, subscribe to your blog, download ALL your tutorials and am a huge fan. THIS is quite an honor.~ Nancy in Nova Scotia. PS - subscribe to us on Slideshare to be notified of our Google+ for Business tutorial (once G+ launches the service)
Tom 9:29 AM on August 16, 2011
Thanks! My favourite is presentation #9
Karen Yarbrough 10:50 AM on August 16, 2011
Have been trying for weeks to get an invite - enjoyed presentations - thanks Hubspot for pulling together.. unfortunely this is what Google+ site says when you go there today --
Google+ is in limited Field Trial
Right now, we're testing with a small number of people, but it won't be long before the Google+ project is ready for everyone. Leave us your email address and we'll make sure you're the first to know when we're ready to invite more people.
Keep Me Posted
Already invited? We've temporarily exceeded our capacity. Please try again soon.
Janice 9:38 PM on August 16, 2011
I have invitations remaining as well..
https://plus.google.com/_/notifications/ngemlink?path=%2F%3Fgpinv%3DEK_z6JLvX8U%3AM8ULOA3RCIw
intransigent 5:34 PM on August 18, 2011
Right. G+ is still in beta, but everyone's an "expert."
FuWaye 9:44 AM on August 19, 2011
Mark, THANKS for the link to Google+ invite...I am FINALLY in!
Cheers,
FW
Mutual Funds 5:22 PM on August 23, 2011
unable to view the article posted.
Iwona Lach 8:56 PM on August 28, 2011
I could not get in either...still waiting.