• Posted on April 20th, 2010

    Written by Dr Mariann Hardey

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    From Calais to home in time to register to vote.

    our social networks have started to serve as a useful way to strategically get together with others, for a trip home, to see what the elect is up to, or to find out which political sway friends may hold. One message is LOUD and clear, and that is the impact of social media heralds these modern times.

    About Dr Mariann Hardey

    I hold the position of Lecturer in Social Media Marketing at Durham Business School. I also spend too much time enjoying social technologies, media+ stuff. That'll make me a Geek then. And a gal.

  • Posted on March 8th, 2010

    Written by Dr Mariann Hardey

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    Politwits. by Dr Mariann Hardey

    Who/what will be 2010s key influencer’s? In the run up to the General Election maybe it will be the highs (and no doubt lows) of politics and politicians. This time we have political ‘news’ and ‘views’ via their Twitter feeds. Here’s the crunch. First are we really that interested in what they tweet?

    About Dr Mariann Hardey

    I hold the position of Lecturer in Social Media Marketing at Durham Business School. I also spend too much time enjoying social technologies, media+ stuff. That'll make me a Geek then. And a gal.