Success In Social Media—It’s Not An Age Thing People …

Have you heard a team member or colleague say, “I don’t get all this Facebook stuff”. It’s sometimes followed up with, “I’m old and that’s why I can’t do this”. Success in social media is not an age issue people, rather it’s an attitude or state of mind issue .

If you think you are too old to understand how Facebook works, take a look at Katherine Eitel’s belief and power statements concept… As Katherine points out, are you disempowering yourself through limiting beliefs?  The most important component to succeeding in social marketing is being open and adopting a new mindset.

Further, understand that social media does not require vast technical knowledge.  Facebook and social marketing are all about people skills and relationships. The technology (how, what, and when to post) can be taught.  It’s an open-mind that is difficult to change—you either have an open mind or you don’t.

If you are opposed to social media simply because you think you are “too old to get it”, you are cheating yourself out of new experiences and opportunities. Read through Katherine’s questions and suggestions.  Consider that perhaps you don’t “get” social media because you make a conscious decision not to—and that’s okay too.

Everyone deserves a chance to learn and grow.  No matter what age you are, I hope you never stop learning. Most importantly, remember there are always teachers and coaches to help you. All you need to succeed in social marketing is an open mind.  Keep learning!