Voice posts? Are these the way forward?

Hello,

Some of you may have already seen Facebook adverts for voice apps or seen/heard of the app called bubbly. Bubbly originated in Singapore and has been a big hit. It has been in the UK for a couple of months now and no one has really picked up on it. The only big name I have found is Rio Ferdinand, who actually uses it quite regularly, discussing important topics.

So how does it work?

Well once you have set up an account, you can add your Facebook & Twitter to it too, you then can record yourself talking about whatever you wish. You can record up to 90 seconds Long. So you can really get your voice heard (literally!).

You can also add sound effect like laughter, clapping and like a game show music thing. Once recorded you also add more special effects to it. For example, making it echoey, sound like a witch and lots more. These bits are really fun to use. You can play it back before you post is to your followers. You can also share it in twitter & Facebook.

This does seem like a good idea, however for those who don't like hearing their own voice it will take some getting use to. I believe if it does take off the people who could profit the most from it would be clubs & teams. As they could do a 90 interview,match report or over clips. Fans would love what the man of the match actually said, hearing the chanting of your favourite football team if you ccaouldnt make it to the match.

Motivational speakers and sports stars could make a killing from it. As the demand grows for 'access all areas' from the people we love to see, perform and do what they do best. This could be the way forward.

Apps like bubbly really break down even more barriers and can bring you a lot closer to people, events and life. Your not just reading what people are saying, your actually hearing them. Picking up on peoples emotions and feelings. It's a very powerful tool.

Overall, I think there are a lot of positives going for this. But it's just a case of when people pick up on it. It's certainly something to look out for! try it for yourself and see what you think!

Charlotte Males x

Google yourself- it's worth a go!

Hey

When I was younger and still did until a few days a go, thought that googling yourself was pointless as nothing would come up as I wasn't famous or been in the news or anything like that. However, times have changed and with the globalisation of social media you can and do show up in google searches. This is slightly worrying as anyone can find you and track you down, read tweets or posts and even see those pictures you wished no one could see.

Now, if you can see it then just think about who else can see it....EVERYONE! This is extremely important if your about to graduate. Around 81% of employers look you up online before they meet you. So if you've written some fantastic CV and cover explains and showing how amazing you are, then they google you and see all those tweets about going out getting wasted, fresher steals or those awful pictures. Maybe you should think a little about what you put on the Internet or when your fraping some one.

I'm not saying change everything, just be a bit more careful, or change privacy settings so they can see you have a profile but can't see anything else. If you really don't believe me about the consequences of what can happen with mis judged posts then check out channel 4 tv documentary- 'don't blame Facebook'. It certainly was an eye opener. People lost jobs, sent to prison or lost relationships due to social media.

Google yourself, re read your last five tweets and maybe de tag yourself from those pictures. Every little helps when trying to get your dream job!

Wally woman x