For those of you that have used the Internet a lot, you have probably already figured out the value of social networking sites. It is a great way to get your name out there and provide links to your work blog-like this one-or your online portfolio.
Unfortunately, some of them are starting to get greedy. It is not enough for advertisers to purchase ads and place them
Hang on to your Wallet!
Today, I found out that Facebook is going to start charging $4 a month, in order to use Facebook. Personally, I think it is a great venue for meeting up with friends and promoting my blogs. But, why pay when there are other sites that will let you sell yourself and your freelancing experience for free?
The cost of living is going up, and it is hard enough to make a full-time living at freelancing, without adding unnecessary expenses. I say, ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! I will continue to use Facebook and other social networking sites. But, unless I can see how it really pays me back in clients and readers, I am going to keep the money in my wallet-Thank you!
What about you? Are you going to pay? I am going to check out the other social networking and business sites that I know about, and make sure they are still free. I will let you know!
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2 comments ↓
Not only are you right, but you have clearly delineated the alternative position.
Carissa,
Sorry it took me so long to get back to you. For some reason, it spammed your comment. ????
Anyway, I have since heard that FaceBook is not going to charge and someone started a rumor. So, I have no idea. However, I do use Ezinearticles.com, Technorati, Digg, Twitter, StumbleUpon, and maybe a few others occasionally. I also make comments on other blogs, invite other bloggers to send me a guest blog, etc.
Do you have any more ideas for us?
Thanks,
Tina
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