Steemit Engagement Challenge Season 8 (Week 1) || "The Power of Social Media"
Good day once again to everyone, my name is oluwatimileyin and I welcome you to a new season of engagement challenge.
I welcome you to my participation in the week 1 Engagement contest with the title: The Power of Social Media
I started using social media when I was 10 years old, which was about 10 years ago. My first social media application experience was Facebook. I created my first account so I could chat with my uncle overseas, and that was when he got me my first internet phone as well.
My experience was extremely nice. As a young lady, I became addicted to it quickly because I had so much power with me. It was something to have fun with all the time, which meant no more lonely time for me. I was always chatting non-stop, and from there on, I got exposed to other social media platforms like 2go, Google mail, and others.
It was a great time for me, and as a matter of fact, I prefer the social media of then to now because things were easy to manage, and life was not as hard. Even as little as 100 MB of internet could last me a month and more. But now, things have turned around a lot, and social media costs a lot and is expensive to manage as well.
I don't belief there is a certain age gap one should get before he/she start to use social media, however, as a general guideline, many social media platforms require users to be at least 13 years old to sign up on most social media.
I belief every child is different, and parents should use their discretion when deciding if their child is ready to use social media or not. It's also important to educate the children about online safety, privacy, and appropriate behavior on social media. Parents may also consider using parental controls and monitoring their child's social media activity to ensure their safety.
Generally, the decision should of the right age should be based on the individual child's maturity level and their ability to handle the responsibilities that come with the use of social media.
In any case that someone is no longer responsible for managing their social media accounts due to some issues or the other, it's important for the person to take some of these steps to protect their privacy and prevent any harm.
1.Deactivate or delete the account: If the account is no longer needed, it's best to deactivate or delete it to prevent any unauthorized access or use.
2.Change passwords: If the account needs to be kept active, the person can change the password to prevent unauthorized access. You can also update the recovery email and phone number associated with the account.
3.Monitor the account: If someone else is managing the account, it's important that the owner himself monitor it regularly to ensure that it's being used appropriately and that no unauthorized activity is going on with it.
4.Report any issues: If there are any issues or concerns with the account, such as unauthorized access or inappropriate content, the owner should report it to the social media platform's support team immediately. As this can help with resolving any issues and securing the account.
It's always important to take measures to protect personal information and activity, even when someone is no longer responsible for managing their social media accounts.
Managing a social media account effectively can be a time-consuming and a very challenging task, but it's important for building a positive online presence.
Tips to help manage a social media account properly:
1.Set goals: You should Define what you want to achieve with your social media presence, Whether it's building a brand awareness, as having clear goal will help you create a focused strategy.
2.Know your audience: Understand what your audience's want. This knowledge will help you create content that relate with what your followers would like to always keep tab with you.
3.Create an engaging content: Create content that is informative, or entertaining, and visually appealing. You can use a mix of text, and images.
4.Monitor the platform activity: Monitor your social media activity regularly to track what trend of what is currently going on, same goes as on Steemit, you can use this to track on what's the latest topic people prefer to engage on.
5.Respond to comments and Others Posts: Engage with your followers and friends by responding to their comments promptly. This interaction will help your brand and increase your engagement levels.
Practicing this tips will help you stay ahead of the competition and optimize your social media strategy.
It's hard to predict exactly what the future will be like with social media , but one can provide some insights based on its current trends and it's past developments.
Social media has become a powerful tool for communication, and networking. It has transformed the way we interact with each other and has opened up new methods for businesses to reach their audiences.
Although, the impact of social media in our lives is not entirely positive. It has been associated with several negative effects, such as the spread of misinformation, and addiction.
In the future, we are likely to see that social media will continue to play an influential role in our lives, but I hope there will be efforts to regulate its negative effects especially in terms of cyberbullying. Governments, and tech companies should create a policy that will promote responsible use of social media and protect users from harm.
Here is a list some advantages and disadvantages with my limited time of using social media:
Advantages:
1.Connectivity: Social media has enable me to connect with people from different parts of the world. It has provided a platform for communication and networking, allowing me to share my ideas, interests, and experiences with others.
2.Information sharing: Social media platforms has been great in a way that it allow everyone and organizations to share information quickly and easily. This is especially beneficial for me and everyone in a way that one can use social media to promote products and reach a wider audience.
3.Entertainment: Social media provided me a wide range of entertainment, including videos, memes, and online games. This has been a great way to unwind and relax after a having busy day.
4.Learning opportunities: Have been able to use Social media as a tool for learning, with many educational institutions and organizations sharing valuable information and resources on various topics, most especially the likes of YouTube and Google.
Disadvantages:
Addiction: One of my major disadvantages of social media is addiction, Social media can be highly addictive, leading to excessive use and a loss of productivity.
Privacy concerns: Social media platforms collect a huge amount of personal data, which can be used for targeted advertising or shared with third parties without the user's consent.
Spread of misinformation: Social media has been associated with the spread of misinformation and fake news, which can have serious consequences to the society.
There are several social media platforms that are commonly used in my country (Nigeria). Here are some of the most popular ones, and the category they fall in:
Messaging and Chat Apps:
WhatsApp: This is the most popular messaging app in Nigeria, It is mostly used for personal communication and business also.
Facebook Messenger: This is also another messaging app that is popular in Nigeria.
Social Networking Sites:
Facebook: Facebook is the most popular social networking site in Nigeria, and it has more than 30 million active user in Nigeria.
It is used for personal communication, sharing of news and information, and business promotions.
Twitter: Twitter is also a popular social networking site in Nigeria, with more than 8 million users . It is mostly used for sharing news, information, and opinions.
Video Sharing Platforms:
YouTube: YouTube is a popular video-sharing platform in Nigeria, with many content creators producing and sharing videos on a wide range of topics, and its been a major platform where content creators make earnings.
Photo and Video Sharing Apps:
Instagram: Instagram is a popular photo and video sharing app in Nigeria, with more than 8 million active users.
Instagram is mostly used among Nigerians for sharing photos and short videos, as well as for business promotions.
Snapchat: Snapchat is also another popular photo and video sharing app among Nigerian youths, allowing users to share photos and videos that disappear after a set amount of time.
These are some of the commonly used social media platforms in my country (Nigeria) , each having its own unique features and purposes.
In conclusion, social media will always remain a powerful tool in our future, but it is up to us to ensure that we use it in ways that promote positive outcomes and alienate it's negative effects.
Social media can be both beneficial and negative to individuals' lives, depending on how it is used. It is up to us the users to be aware of the potential risks and take steps to Prevent ourselves from it's harm.I would like to invite @jueco, @Lhorgic, and @jasminemary to participate in this contest
Hello oluwatimileyin (@negro-bby).
You are right, now being in a social network is more expensive, the new apps demand more power, more megas and that means spending more money by the user.
I also agree with you regarding the age to join a social network. It depends a lot on the individual, their education.
Your content is excellent.
Thanks for the great compliment on the content, the new internet is just a lot consuming than the past days , but I guess its something we just have to get used to.
You first used social media at a young age, and I can infer for you that 2go was one of the sites that gained a lot of traction at that time. A good post has been presented by you. I'm hoping for the best for you.
Thank you very much my good friend, it's of certain that All Gen Z must have passed their social media age with the use of 2go first.
Sure... And the memories and experience are evergreen