The Official CU*Answers Web Services Social Media Manifesto

The Social Media ManifestoWe often get asked a lot of questions about social media. What is it? How can I use it? Is there a real benefit to my credit union? Our thought is that any tool you can use to talk to your members is something worth using. That’s why we have things like web sites, mailing lists, email lists, etc. It’s about time we added social media to the credit union communication bag of tricks. We will henceforth be posting periodically on all things social media-related. Tips, tricks, useful tools, best practices, etc. First, however, I’d like to introduce you to our “Social Media Manifesto.” In it, we will discuss why social media is a natural fit for credit unions and why you need to get off the sidelines and into the game when it comes to engaging your members. Read More »

Financial Literacy Videos launch on New Website

Financial Literacy Screenshot

We believe financial literacy is more than just book learning. It comes from the interactions Board members have with each other and with credit union teams. It comes with the confidence you gain from experience, education, and perseverance as a volunteer. That’s why we put together this video series on Financial Literacy.

The Financial Literacy for Credit Union Board Directors videos recently launched on a new website built with WordPress. Read More »

What is Social Media?

Warning… this is a little racey. But I think it’s really worth you reading. The presentation is actually called “What The F**K is Social Media?”

Read More to read my take on it and watch the presentation.

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Chris Brogan – Spectrums of Social Networking

Another thought provoking post from Chris Brogan on the Spectrums of Social Networking.

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Use Social Media to Improve Your Marketing

Chris Brogan is writing 100 useful blog posts in a row about the tools, techniques, and strategies behind using social media for your business.

In today’s post he outlines 50 Ways Marketers Can use Social Media to Improve Their Marketing.

There are tons of great tips in here:

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