Comments on: You Know You’re a Social Media Addict When…

By: Reflectioner

Reflectioner — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 08:36:03 +0000

I don't even have the guts to order a T-shirt from Alexa with my blog name on it. I can't imagine myself in a position where I have to talk to somebody who knows me or heard about me on the internet. That's something still taboo. Reflectioner's last blog post..How to make your own motivational posters

By: Gab "SEO ROI" Goldenberg

Gab "SEO ROI" Goldenberg — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 00:57:44 +0000

I went to the monthly Yulbiz here in Montreal, noticed a guy wearing a Digg shirt and went over to talk to him. Turns out he was a frog in the valley, and had gotten the shirt from some party that Digg threw. Been one of my best contacts ever, since leading to a few leads and my first speaking engagement (Facebook Camp Montreal). Very cool guy, and at the heart of Montreal's tech action. Gab "SEO ROI" Goldenberg's last blog post..Google Maps Folds Google Earth Booking Engine, Reviews, Own Pics Directly Into SERPs + A Big List of Hotel Review Sites

By: stonedparadox

stonedparadox — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 09:48:47 +0000

i think you potentially just lost a friend there

or a type of friend to be honest

if THAT was me and i saw him i would of instantly walked over and had a chat with him

do u remember that build your own nation website?
i was at a concert and THEY were there and they had there flag
it was like 4/5 of them
i went over to them and had a ball with them

theres always a chance they could be assholes but thats the risk u task

Risk it for a buscuit as they say

By: that jon jackson

that jon jackson — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 18:08:14 +0000

ha ha ha.
That’s awesome.

Too bad that “kindred spirits” feeling wore off before you said something.

I do stuff like that, but my rational thinking doesn’t kick in till after the conversation.

By: SOL_667

SOL_667 — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 19:32:30 +0000

I think everyone is looking for a connection. I wear my “Not even Norton can protect you” all the time and I get tons of great comments. I believe Geek has become a subculture of its own and to wear a digg hoodie is a way of identifying yourself with this subculture. Maybe he wears it to have people connect with him?

By: jesie

jesie — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 00:16:44 +0000

I would probably ask where he bought his Digg hoodie from? Perhaps I am a lady I could ask such questions. Then see how the conversation goes.

Too bad he drove away.

By: mike b. - searchbuzz

mike b. - searchbuzz — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 04:04:53 +0000

I get more comments when I wear my 'Google Dance' shirt than anything else! I love wearing it!! mike b. - searchbuzz's last blog post..“Lost” Generation?

By: Manish Pandey

Manish Pandey — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 21:19:41 +0000

Wow! What an awkward feeling would it have been. Umm...I might have gone to him and asked how do you do? Keep myself away from asking his digg username, well I don't think he would have frowned upon you. Manish Pandey's last blog post..Top 11 Link Baiting Guides That Everybody Ought To Read

By: brian

brian — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 21:17:07 +0000

@SilentJay74: Way to break the ice and looking forward to the 22nd (more on that soon).

@Jansie: no. Everyone makes fun of Digg

By: Jansie Blom

Jansie Blom — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 19:03:28 +0000

i thought rednecks made fun of digg?

By: SilentJay74

SilentJay74 — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 18:15:35 +0000

For Jason, Mike, and Brian, if I see anyone wearing a Digg, Fark, or any other social media swag here in Ky, I will talk to them. I got no problem breaking the ice. Speaking of which, I can’t wait to see everyone on the 22nd.
L8r guys! Great article!

By: brian

brian — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 14:45:15 +0000

@John: …and 1am is just your daily nap, and you’re back for more at 2:30am!

By: John

John — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 14:36:51 +0000

You know your a social media addict when…

You log off your laptop in bed, roll over, turn on your iPhone to do your last tweet of the day -and silently praise yourself for shutting down your laptop before 1 am.

By: brian

brian — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 01:58:36 +0000

@Jason (not Falls): sometimes you do what you have to do break the ice. Unfortunately, I didn’t get a real window of opportunity…

Glad you liked the post.

By: Jason

Jason — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 01:51:03 +0000

That is so true.. it's like there's an unspoken/unknown comeradity, but saying something would be weird... very true... Nice post! jason Jason's last blog post..Shopping Carts - Open Source or Paid Platform?

By: brian

brian — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 00:20:37 +0000

@MikeonTV: dude, you’re totally not getting NowSourcing shirt!

@ Lucy Dee: I’m very social, and the guy left before I got to him. Figured that this experience would be something that many in the “clan” as you put it could relate to.

By: Lucy Dee

Lucy Dee — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 00:15:16 +0000

I have had the pleasure of meeting Muhammad Saleem! I hung out with him–twice (on 2 different occasions!) And I had a blast!

But I digress: Let us briefly reevaluate the phrase, “social media.”

That first word: “social” … is important to pay attention to. I think that’s the key thing you missed out on. Becoming social! It’s not just for the net, you know…

So just do it already! You only live once! Next time you see a social media-head like that, just say something. Trust me! People love to be chatted up, especially on such a “specialized” subject.

You’re a part of a small clan, that will hopefully grow bigger. But unfortunately, a lot of people will never catch on and surf Digg pages or StumbleUpon any SU sites. Don’t be afraid. Plus, it’ll make great dinner conversation for you (and the person you chat up).

Lucy Dee’s last blog post..2008 awaits…

By: MikeonTV

MikeonTV — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 22:32:34 +0000

Its the guys with the NowSourcing shirt you shouldn’t talk to! j/p

By: brian

brian — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 21:58:16 +0000

@Social Media Mom: yeah, he got away before I spoke to him. Don’t worry, I’ll get the next one and randomly interview them here

By: Social Media Mom

Social Media Mom — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 21:13:57 +0000

I would love to see someone in a Digg shirt. I would totally go up and meet them, find out if they have a blog or what. I might even ask about the sweatshirt, like did he buy it off the site or get it as a prize or convention or what. Great conversation starter. He was probably wearing it so someone would say something. Social Media Mom's last blog post..Social Media For 2008