NFL Star Shawne Merriman Drops in on Tweetup to Talk Social Medi...

Courtesy Mashable!  Thu, 06/25/2009 - 20:08

Shawne MerrimanWe’re living in pretty groundbreaking times for social media .

No longer just the hobby of web enthusiasts, social media has infiltrated the ranks of mainstream media , become a key component of online marketing strategies , as well as turned into a vehicle for celebrities, athletes, and other high profile individuals to engage directly with their fan base.

For athletes specifically, we’ve seen them turn to Twitter to not only communicate with fans ,...


 

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