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| Mar 12, 2004 2:22 am |
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re: What's a good Ryze post? |
Scott Allen
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What makes a good first post varies from one network to the other, because some networks want/allow an introduction message, whereas others don't.
If they don't allow it, then it's easy -- a good first post is to simply join the conversation, either with a relevant question (that hasn't been discussed recently -- search the archives before asking), or with a relevant response to someone else's post.
Let's look at an introduction, though, as that's more common -- what makes a good introduction online?
I actually teach this in my online networking classes. Here's a summary of what I see as the key elements a good introduction should have:
- Positive emotion
- Why you’re here (your expectations)
- Short, relevant history
- What do you do now that relates?
- Break down barriers by sharing something personal
- Make an invitation to connect with you
- Affirm your commitment to participate
I can perhaps best illustrate it with an example that I think perfectly illustrates all of the above elements:
http://www.ryze.com/postdisplay.php?messageid=10760&confid=94
I'll let it speak for itself, but look forward to hearing your feedback both on the example and the elements described above.
I'll also note that 90% of self-intros on Ryze only satisfy one or two of these. Just on the basis of reading this message, you can now REALLY make yourself stand out.
Now THAT makes for a great Ryze post -- creating value for the readers. ;-)
- Scott -Private Reply to Scott Allen (new win) |
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