Since the drop of Google+, Internet users are a little torn as to the place the site has in their lives. But never fear, the Social Network Decision Tree will ensure web nerds make the right choices when it comes to their networking habits. Created by Internet tycoon Guy Kawasaki, founder of AllTop, the infographic is a fun and easy way to decide if the new network suits your interests.
Kawasaki is on board with team Google+, determining that it's "a great way to interact with a range of people from pundits to photographers." He also goes so far as to say that people on Google+ are much more interactive than Facebook or Twitter and outlines all of the important questions an Internet user should ask before signing up for either network.
Implications - As the Internet continues to expand, the variety of social networking sites available to users is rapidly increasing. This can be overwhelming for the less active users who need to make choices about the right websites for their interests.
Indecisive Networking Choices
The Social Network Decision Tree Will Help You Pick the Right Site
Trend Themes
1. Rise of Niche Social Networking Sites - As the internet expands, there is a growing trend of niche social networking sites that cater to specific interests and communities, offering disruptive innovation opportunities to create platforms that provide unique and targeted networking experiences.
2. Personalization in Social Networking - The desire for personalized experiences is driving a trend in social networking, presenting disruptive innovation opportunities for platforms that can tailor content and features based on user preferences, enhancing engagement and satisfaction.
3. Integration of Social Networks - A trend in the integration of social networks is emerging, where platforms are exploring ways to connect and share content seamlessly across multiple networks, opening up disruptive innovation opportunities to create unified networking experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Social Media Marketing - The increasing number of social networking sites requires businesses to adapt their marketing strategies to target niche platforms, creating disruptive innovation opportunities in the field of social media marketing.
2. Data Analytics and Insights - With the rise of personalized social networking experiences, there is a growing need for advanced data analytics and insights to understand user preferences and behavior, presenting disruptive innovation opportunities in the field of data analytics.
3. Platform Integration and Development - The integration of social networks presents disruptive innovation opportunities for companies specializing in platform development, as there is a demand for seamless connectivity and collaboration across multiple networks.