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[...] given me the chance to start finding my own voice (which is something PR pros struggle with, as an excellent post by Kellye Crane points out), as well as engage with and learn from my peers, resulting in everything from new [...]

By: Kellye Crane

Kellye Crane — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 14:08:34 +0000

@Angelique- You’re right – getting your feet wet is the fastest way to get over your hesitation.

@Valerie- As you’ve found, offering up some of yourself online helps form closer relationships, even true friendships. Not only does this make the day more fun, but it can be great for your career as well. Thanks for sharing your personal experience!

By: Valerie Simon

Valerie Simon — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:43:04 +0000

Great post Kelly! Social Media provides a microphone and by engaging, you are stepping onto the stage. I agree that it is possible to “be transparent and authentic without ‘letting it all hang out’” but struggle with the reality of what I am comfortable putting out there. My professional reputation is of paramount importance to me. If that is my focus, why should I talk about anything other than professional topics? Cautiously, I am gaining a greater level of comfort sharing some of the personal things that contribute to my unique point of view. I have found that sharing a bit about my greatest nonwork passion– my spirited 3 yr old son and angelic 6 month old daughter, has connected on a new level with many of those in my “social network.” I am still just peaking out from behind the curtain though. But the ensemble on stage, the orchestra and the audience are fascinating to me. I can’t wait to get to know them better,

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By: Liz

Liz — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:19:07 +0000

@Jennifer I bet you’re also good on the phone! I’m terrible on the phone. I like being able to edit my comments…spontaneity, that’s hard!

By: Angelique Rewers, ABC, APR

Angelique Rewers, ABC, APR — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:25:48 +0000

@Kellye – I couldn’t agree more. I don’t see how PR pros can advise their clients how to incorporate social media into their strategic comms plans (let alone advise clients how to get over their fear of participating in social media) if they themselves are not participating.

This is something I’ve talked a lot about in my newsletter, as well as with my clients. Often what I hear back from people is that they aren’t sure what to say. I thought @Jennifer’s response about starting with RT’s and adding a comment is great piece of advice for folks who are still “behind the curtain.” The other simple thing is to just tweet links to blog posts or articles you find interesting.

In my experience, it was a little intimidating to get started, but once I got my feet wet, it became second nature.

By: Jennifer Wilbur

Jennifer Wilbur — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:12:41 +0000

Wow Liz – that’s a point I never thought of. I think I have the opposite problem. I am naturally outgoing meet people easily. Online, I struggle with getting my point across sometimes (Twitter chats are very difficult for me). I consider myself a decent writer, but it seems I can communicate more fluidly in person, talking.

And there’s humor. Much easier to convey with facial expressions.
.-= Jennifer Wilbur´s last blog ..rockstarjen: RT @KellyeCrane: How do you overcome social media shyness? Great comments so far! http://bit.ly/KisZ7 =-.

By: Kellye Crane

Kellye Crane — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:38:04 +0000

@Liz- What a great point! In many ways it’s much easier to be bold and make new friends online. Further, I find that when I go to offline events now, in-person networking is so much easier because I invariably know people from my social media involvement. No more awkwardness or feeling left out — so, it works both ways. Thanks for sharing!

By: Liz

Liz — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:04:19 +0000

I’m not in PR but after years & years of participating on online discussion boards & forums, I have no problem speaking my mind. My problem is meeting people later in person because my offline personality is more reserved & shy. It’s just easier to speak up & make friends on a social network than introduce yourself to strangers at a cocktail party!

Once the ice is broken, I’m fine. It’s just that initial introduction which is a challenge.