I have moved my blog to the following address: http://ewjensen.com
Please update your links and let me know what you would like to see on the new site.
Thanks for following me on Blogger. This website will stay up but new posts will spin from WordPress. See you across town! ~ej
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Migrating to Wordpress
I am in the process of migrating my blog to a full-featured Wordpress website. There will be a delay in posting until the new site is finished and all domains are redirected. It shouldn't be long!
Please stay in touch with me via:
Twitter: http://twitter.com/paddlebro
Facebook: http://facebook.com/ew.jensen
Linked In: http://linkedin.com/in/ejensen
Tumblr: http://ericjensen.tumblr.com/ (Extra Sharp and Ultra Fine)
See you soon with a new improved blog! ~Eric
Please stay in touch with me via:
Twitter: http://twitter.com/paddlebro
Facebook: http://facebook.com/ew.jensen
Linked In: http://linkedin.com/in/ejensen
Tumblr: http://ericjensen.tumblr.com/ (Extra Sharp and Ultra Fine)
See you soon with a new improved blog! ~Eric
Monday, April 4, 2011
Generosity is the Emotion, Content is the Currency
Creating Effective Social Media Engagement: Generosity is the Emotion, Content is the Currency
Authentic, trusting relationships are fueled by generosity and empathy. While online networks can seem abstract compared to connections in the ‘real world’, the same principles hold true.
Web 2.0 is a conversational environment, not a broadcast channel. This is still confusing for some musicians who use Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, etc. to talk about themselves (“Oh, did I mention MY gig this weekend, here are some new pictures of ME, I wrote a new song…” etc. etc.). When I get a Linked In or Facebook friend request from a complete stranger asking me to listen to their music or come to a gig I am always amazed. What are they thinking? Eventually I tune out even good friends who I am very interested in, when the only communication from them is pushed PR blasts.
The power of social media is it’s potential for building communities and sincere relationships. The way to do this is to pay attention to everyone else, what their passions are and what they need. Ask yourself what you can share to make their lives a little more wonderful. On the web, the obvious gift to give is interesting content. This could be a helpful blog post or link, some compelling video you have created, a piece of music or a recommendation or referral. The important thing is that you are passionate about what you are sharing and you genuinely want to help your followers.
A great example of this generosity is the blog created by musician Danny Barnes. He has written a number of funny, articulate pieces that are essential reading for any professional musician or anyone with even a passing interest in what it means to be a musician. He has shared many practical insights on how to make a living in music, how to be a successful sideman, how to listen and much more. There is great value and generosity here without a hint of self-promotion. A teacher and fellow musician told me the other day he reads Danny’s posts to his classes!
Check out Danny’s blog and spread the word...
What gifts are you giving to your fans, followers and customers? What's working for you?
Authentic, trusting relationships are fueled by generosity and empathy. While online networks can seem abstract compared to connections in the ‘real world’, the same principles hold true.
Web 2.0 is a conversational environment, not a broadcast channel. This is still confusing for some musicians who use Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, etc. to talk about themselves (“Oh, did I mention MY gig this weekend, here are some new pictures of ME, I wrote a new song…” etc. etc.). When I get a Linked In or Facebook friend request from a complete stranger asking me to listen to their music or come to a gig I am always amazed. What are they thinking? Eventually I tune out even good friends who I am very interested in, when the only communication from them is pushed PR blasts.
The power of social media is it’s potential for building communities and sincere relationships. The way to do this is to pay attention to everyone else, what their passions are and what they need. Ask yourself what you can share to make their lives a little more wonderful. On the web, the obvious gift to give is interesting content. This could be a helpful blog post or link, some compelling video you have created, a piece of music or a recommendation or referral. The important thing is that you are passionate about what you are sharing and you genuinely want to help your followers.
A great example of this generosity is the blog created by musician Danny Barnes. He has written a number of funny, articulate pieces that are essential reading for any professional musician or anyone with even a passing interest in what it means to be a musician. He has shared many practical insights on how to make a living in music, how to be a successful sideman, how to listen and much more. There is great value and generosity here without a hint of self-promotion. A teacher and fellow musician told me the other day he reads Danny’s posts to his classes!
Check out Danny’s blog and spread the word...
What gifts are you giving to your fans, followers and customers? What's working for you?
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Danny Barnes Knows Why You're Not Into Music Anymore...
I just had to repost this great essay by the wonderful musician Danny Barnes (who also happens to be an excellent writer)..
I encourage you to check out the rest of his blog. Each entry is a gem!
I Think I Know Why You Are Not Into Music Anymore
I encourage you to check out the rest of his blog. Each entry is a gem!
I Think I Know Why You Are Not Into Music Anymore
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