Please click on the link below, "E-dition Social Media Survey Results," to see a pdf chart on the results (Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view the file). The information provides insights into the current use of LinkedIn and Facebook among E-dition readers (those surveyed all appear to be in the food industry). As expected, LinkedIn, a professional networking application, is used more for business purposes than is Facebook, a social media used primarily for friends and families.
Another survey question addressed Twitter use. At the point in time that the survey was taken, nearly 95% of respondents do not yet follow tweets. A follow-up survey in the future will be conducted to see how this usage is changing.
Our very sincere appreciation goes to all of those who took the time to provide information on their use of professional and social media in their personal and professional lives.
From the August 2, 2010, Prepared Foods E-dition.
