Social media. As in 'people' media.

Although you know my opinion on statistic samples, a recent study on LinkShare stated that ads ran on social networks “are unlikely to be effective as direct marketing tools”.

Rich media banners seemed to be the most intrusive ones, “with almost two thirds (62%) viewing this tactic as an interference when browsing the web”.

59% stated promotions offered online are useful and , joy – joy, only 18% thought ads to be an intereference in their online browsing. My opinion is they’ve ignored them .

Social media communication VS Advertising

It’s interesting for me to find advertisiers thinking of social media marketing as running ads on social networks.

I feel this media as a new way of brand – consumer interaction. I can’t stress enough the “interaction” part. It’s just not about shouting. It’s about interacting, being there, talking, chatting, joining the masses, not ordering them to consume.