The benefits of Social Media

[Shellz]

There is a lot to be said about the negatives and they really just speak for themselves at this point but I like to look at the positives in everything.

Social media has become such a tool and day to day item in our lives that most of us can't fathom being without it. What are some of the true benefits of having connectivity to millions of people at your fingertips on a daily basis?

[LittleReagan]

The benefits are multiple if you own a business as it is an easy way to get your message across. For individuals it is a great way to keep in contact with friends and family.

[damar]

Social media reconnect long distance friends and families to each other. Although it has setbacks, it helped small businesses to grow and find their customers.

[Shellz]

Social media reconnect long distance friends and families to each other. Although it has setbacks, it helped small businesses to grow and find their customers.

I think the growth of small businesses is one of the biggest benefits I have seen. It also helps online businesses that would otherwise not succeed.

[Evan]

The biggest impact of social media is democratization of information.

There is no denying that SM is being used to spread fake news, propaganda and misinformation. But, it exposes all these much more. without SM it was very difficult to expose MSM fake news, propaganda and misinformation. It was like they had monopoly over it. Now, they just get exposed in minutes.

[johndz]

I think it benefit if you have business or a brand. For non bussiness is just gossip and memes, just for fun.
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