Newspapers Not Effectively Using Social Media

Newspapers should be using social media more effectively to engage their readers and boost online revenue, according to a new survey by Gartner. "In the wake of the economic challenges facing the U.S. newspaper industry, publishers are losing focus on the crucial imperative of how to capitalize on those consumers who remain loyal, engaged online and print readers," said Allen Weiner, research vice president at…

Should Companies Restrict Employees Use of Facebook, Twitter?

Update: The original title of this article was "USA Today Publisher Restricting Employees from Using Social Networks?" USA Today called Webproworld requesting a change because it made it look like USA Today itself was discouraging social media use, which is apparently not the case.

Can eBay Win Back Sellers with a Shift in Focus?

eBay recently announced it was returning to its roots as an auction site more focus on the "secondary market". This is probably a wise move as interest and enthusiasm for eBay have both steadily dwindled over the past year or so.

eBay Unleashes Changes Galore for Sellers

Earlier in the year, eBay announced that it would be making two big announcements per year regarding the eBay Marketplace. Each announcement would be made 60 days in advance of when the changes were scheduled.