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Multi-Functional Gadgets Can Lead To Less

by Brad Friedman | Gadgets - Technology, Social Media

Photo taken with my Digital SLR

My experience has been that advances in technology have led to the accumulation of devices. It appears today's technology enables us to eliminate many of the devices we have been using and attempt to do more with less. What a novel thought! Everyone would agree paper calendars, business card holders, and the Rolodex have been digitized and replaced. There may be other things we can get rid of too. (more…)

Drive Traffic To Your Blog With LinkedIn

by Brad Friedman | Social Media | 2 comments

It's a safe bet you constantly look for ways to use social media to drive traffic to your blog. We also assume you are looking for traffic to your blog from people who are actually interested in the content on your blog. LinkedIn is a great way to drive qualified traffic to your blog. (more…)

LAWYERS MUST EMBRACE TODAY’S TECNHOLOGY – PART 2

by Brad Friedman | Social Media

Source: http://lawyerist.com/social-media-ethics-lawyers-top-5/

In Part 1 of this series we explored the necessity of embracing new technology while not losing sight of an attorney's ethical obligations. We discussed the need to put a thoughtful online plan in place and explored some of the risks of participating in social networks. In Part 2 of this series we'll explore ways to manage those risks while continuing to embrace the new technology. (more…)

LAWYERS MUST EMBRACE TODAY’S TECHNOLOGY – PART 1

by Brad Friedman | Social Media | 2 comments

Source: http://lawyerist.com/social-media-ethics-lawyers-top-5/

The Code of Professional Responsibility, Rule 1.1 Competence provides, “A lawyer shall provide competent representation to a client. Competent representation requires the legal knowledge, skill, thoroughness and preparation reasonably necessary for the representation.” Comments to Rule 1.1 provide, in part, “Competent handling of a particular matter includes inquiry into and analysis of the factual and legal elements of the problem, and use of methods and procedures meeting the standards of competent practitioners.” (more…)

The SEC, FINRA and Social Media

by Brad Friedman | Social Media

While managing a very tight budget, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has found work it can do right at their own desks. Last month, the SEC sent a document request list to investment advisors seeking to learn how they use social media sites like Flickr, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitter, according to the compliance alert posted on the ACA Compliance Group's website. (more…)

The Egyptization of Your Business

by Brad Friedman | Social Media

Newsweek magazine calls Wael Ghonim “The Facebook Freedom Fighter.” Ghonim and others used social media to spur Egyptians to action and begin the Arab Revolution of 2011 bringing unrest to the entire region. Yet, people continue to believe “Social Media is a fad I don’t have the time for.” The actions of Ghonim and others, along with the outcome of their actions should be looked at as an example to be followed by all types of businesses in the United States and abroad. (more…)