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The current state of ad tech was just one of the overarching topics of Mirren Live 2024 last month. Read AdDaptive's full takeaways from the conference in our recap blog post: https://bit.ly/4bPPyDz

As a fan of Panplamoose, a band made of Nataly Dawn and Jack Conte , I was drawn to their unique style of music, which I would describe as "Old Pop," and their ability to sing in French. Recently, I've been exploring ways to connect with fans outside of traditional social media platforms. While I have enabled subscribers on Bandcamp, I've been hesitant to move to Patreon , as it felt like just another tech company trying to profit off content creators. However, after stumbling upon this video featuring Jack Conte, where I learn he is co-founder and CEO of Patreon, my perception changed. As someone who is fan of Panplamoose, I wanted to hear Jack's perspective on the intersection of the Internet and the arts. It resonated with me and opened my eyes to the potential benefits of using Patreon as a platform to connect with fans. I've also been exploring the idea of creating my own platform with login and forums, similar to the early days of the Internet, when everyone was running their own web site. While I haven't made much progress due to time constraints, I believe this could be a valuable way to connect with fans and build your own community. Ultimately, my focus is on building a strong connection with my fans and not relying on any platform's algorithm. That's why I prioritize collecting email addresses from fans and building my mailing list. Platforms are still a valuable way to reach fans. My true fans, as Jack Conte classify them, are the ones who have subscribed and support me. Check out the video and let me know your thoughts on the intersection of the Internet and the arts and where we are going. Extra, because I live in San Francisco, his experience with the local entertainment community is very close and true to what I experience with our community of electronic and modular synthesizer enthusiasts. #musicbusiness #music

🌐 In today's multi-platform era, individuals, businesses, and creators constantly adapt how they show up online. Social media volatility, fragmented discourse, and uncertain access to audiences inspires innovation from makers in the digital sphere. 🤝 At NamesCon Global 2024, Jacqueline Daly (Dynadot) is part of an expert panel showing you new opportunities and how these shifts are shaping the future of our industry. 🌇 NamesCon Global runs June 5-8 in Austin, TX. Save 40% on your pass while you can. https://namescon.com/ #NamesCon #domainregistration #domaining #hosting #domainsearch #domainnames #domainnameregistration #domainnameforsale #domaininvestor #domainer #Domainindustry #Austin #Domaininvesting

🌟 Stepping out of my comfort zone and embracing change! 🚀 At 45, filming my very first video, or even taking a selfie to be posted on social media like LinkedIn, was and still is incredibly awkward. Change is uncomfortable, and the inertia to overcome it was immense. I procrastinated for weeks, coming up with many excuses. But, with the 'demanding encouragement' of my amazing team at Advo Education, I pushed through to create a 1-minute introduction to our company, which focuses on Results Transformation for students. I'll admit, I felt self-conscious and unnatural in front of the camera, repeating phrases more than 10 times to get it right! But, despite the discomfort and even fear, I'm glad I took the leap. Why? Because growth lies on the other side of our comfort zones. I'm reminded of our core value at Advo: "Best Idea Wins." It's about embracing idea meritocracy over personal preference because the best ideas propel us forward. And this experience, however uncomfortable, is a testament to that. Enjoy this video, and I hope it can bring a moment of laughter into your life! 😂 Join me in embracing change and growth. Let's push our boundaries together and unlock our full potential! 💪🔥 Share with me your story of a change that you have made and inspire others with the courage to embrace change. #EmbraceChange #StepOutOfComfortZone #GrowthMindset #AdvoEducation #BestIdeaWins

LinkedIn! Not sure where the time has gone, but there is one day left to vote for 2024 SXSW PanelPicker sessions. Many thanks to jump.global for putting together a stellar panel to talk about the future of the business of Hip Hop and R&B featuring Imowo Udo-Utun, Justin LaMotte, #LallieJones and yours truly as moderator. Please take a moment to vote ⬆️ for our session “What’s Changing in the Business of Hip-Hop and R&B?” Did I mention, deadline is tomorrow! (Voting link in comments)

We’ve had an interesting conversation with Richard Rawlins, CEO in Caritech Solutions (a networking company) about his company and use cases for our SDK. Follow the link to read the story https://lnkd.in/eQK783-F

You have probably heard of Patreon but might not know much about the founder and CEO, Jack Conte. His journey from early music creator at the dawn of web 2.0 to CEO of Patreon is fascinating and provides amazing historical context for what we’ve all lived through on the web over the last 20-years. His presentation at SXSW on the death of the follower and what comes next really got me thinking. It talks about the value of building for "True Fans" when the entire architecture of the modern internet post 2020 is incentivizing engagement/reach at all costs. Regardless of what you might think about Patreon's prospects as a company, this is a valuable watch for builders, marketers, and anyone who is starting to realize that they need to have more control over their communities. It's a 42-minutes, so you need to strap in and watch this when your in the mood for new ideas.

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#Alignable, #Tumblr, #Reddit, and #Patreon are the last four #SocialNetworks on our journey through #Alternatives to the 🎯 historical big boys! Let's dig a little further and explore them, each distinctive from the others and positioned uniquely in their niches. All four of these #SocialPlatforms hold untold opportunities for #BusinessPromotion, provided the #Marketers follow all rules and use the system in a manner that appeals to users. Learn more at 👉 www.thesocialmedialady.com