Conclusion

This book has stressed the dynamic nature of social networking systems. The sheer volume of information and the number of new tools and systems precludes anyone from knowing everything there is to know about social networking systems. Don't fret. Social networking is a journey that requires an ongoing investment of your time to drive the maximum value. Use some of the tips included here to nurture your knowledge quotient around these systems. The best tactic is to simply use these social networking systems on a regular basis. In Malcom Gladwell's 2008 book, Outliers, he says that studies have shown it takes 10,000 hours of practice to achieve true mastery in anything (basketball, writing fiction, composing, and so on). That's about ...

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