Social Media is Bullshit: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Social Media is Bullshit containing key details about the book.
What is Social Media is Bullshit About?
"Social Media is Bullshit" is a book that debunks the notion that social media is the only way to reach customers and argues for focusing on relationships and genuine human connections.
In this lively, insightful guide, journalist and social critic B.J. Mendelson skillfully debunks the myths of social media. He illustrates how the notion of "social media" first came to prominence, why it has become such a powerful presence in the marketing field, and who stands to benefit each time it's touted in the press. He shows you why all the Facebook friends and Twitter followers in the world mean nothing to you and your business without old-fashioned, real-world connections. He examines popular tales of social media "success," and reveals some unsettling truths behind the surface. And he tells you how to best harness the potential of the Internet—without spending a fortune in the process.
Summary Points & Takeaways from Social Media is Bullshit
Some key summary points and takeaways from the book include:
* The author argues that social media is not a reliable source of truth and often amplifies false information.
* The book critiques the business models of social media companies, which rely on user engagement and data collection for profit.
* The author argues that social media has negative impacts on individuals and society, including addiction, decreased attention span, and increased polarization.
* The book suggests alternative ways of using social media, such as limiting time spent on it and seeking out diverse sources of information.
Who is the author of Social Media is Bullshit?
B.J. Mendelson is a public speaker and author of the book, Social Media Is BS. Mendelson first received attention in the early 2000s for being able to turn his financial struggles as a Millennial in The Great Recession into media coverage for himself.
Book Details
- Print length: 240 pages
- Genre: Nonfiction, Business, Social Media
Social Media is Bullshit Chapters
Chapter 1 :Our Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Web site
Chapter 2:Astonishing Tales of Mediocrity
Chapter 3:“I Wrote This Book for Pepsi”
Chapter 4:Social Media Is Bullshit
Chapter 5:: There Is Nothing New Under the Sun . . . or on the Web
Chapter 6:Shovels and Sharecroppers
Chapter 7:: Yeah, That’s the Ticket!
Chapter 8:And Now You Know . . . the Rest of the Story
Chapter 9:The Asshole- Based Economy 5
Chapter 10:There’s No Such Thing as an Infl uencer
Chapter 11:Analyze This
Chapter 12:Maybe “Social Media” Doesn’t Work So Well for Corporations, Either?
Chapter 13:: Kia and Facebook Sitting in a Tree . . .
Chapter 14:How Marketers, Cyber Hipsters, and Others Deal with Their Critics (Hint: Not Well)
Chapter 15:How to Create and Spread Bullshit in Seven Easy Steps
Chapter 16:And the Answer Is . . .
Chapter 17:Everything You Will Ever Need to Know About Marketing
Chapter 18:Recap
Chapter 19:The Anti- Social Media Manifesto
What is a good quote from Social Media is Bullshit?
Top Quote: “You could have the best idea in the world, but if people don’t like you, don’t trust you, or don’t know you, they’re not going to consider it. However, if you cite what someone else is saying, someone they might have heard of, that lends the idea more credibility.” (Meaning) - Social Media is Bullshit Quotes, B.J. Mendelson
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Chief Editor
Tal Gur is an author, founder, and impact-driven entrepreneur at heart. After trading his daily grind for a life of his own daring design, he spent a decade pursuing 100 major life goals around the globe. His journey and most recent book, The Art of Fully Living, has led him to found Elevate Society.
