It may be Friday the 13th, but luckily I've managed to find plenty to share with you today. Let's dive right in:
- Probably the biggest news this week in the world of social media is that Twitter is going to start charging businesses for commercial use. I suppose this was inevitable - but tell me what you think by leaving a comment below.
- Speaking of brands on Twitter (or, rather, not on Twitter): Janet Meiners wonders why the world's most popular brand, Coke, isn't on Twitter. Plus, she offers her own tips for engaging people on Twitter.
- How do you engage people in 140 characters or less? Jon Wuebben offers some really great tips for "copywriting" on Twitter over at the Content Rich blog.
- Jacob Morgan explores why many CMOs are not tracking social media and word-of-mouth. Is there a lack of understanding? Too much focus on tools and methodology?
- Smashing Magazine showcases a gallery full of clever and cool-looking 404 error pages. My favorite is from ApartmentHomeLiving.com. Which one is your favorite?
- Here's my Valentine's Day gift to you: a free download of the Love ebook, which is a lovingly assembled a collection of poems "to spread happiness & positivity and to make a difference for people struggling with the recession." You can also make a donation to Career Gear, which provides skills training, interview clothing and relationship building to help men find (and keep) jobs.
