Social media's a wild beast, isn't it? Just when you think you've got a handle on one platform, along comes Threads, turning heads and making us rethink our game plan. Remember Twitter (Now X)? Well, now there's a shift towards Threads, and it's got businesses scratching their heads, wondering how to make the most of it.
Let's talk about Jacki Pimentel from Meta. She recently shared some gems at a conference in LA about Threads. The gist? It's all about sparking conversations. You throw out a topic, and boom, people jump in with their two cents. It's not rocket science – we've seen this trick work on other social media apps. But there's a twist with Threads. Meta's trying to nudge things towards the positive side of the street.
You know how on social networks, sometimes it's the posts that get your blood boiling or your heart racing that grab all the attention? That's been the recipe for a viral post for ages – hit those emotional buttons, and you're golden. But Meta's hinting at something different for Threads. Maybe it's not just about racking up comments and likes. Maybe it's about creating a space where positivity rules the roost.
How's Meta planning to pull this off? Well, it could be about tweaking what the algorithm pays attention to. Maybe a mix of likes and comments is the secret sauce, or how often a post is shared. Meta's got the data; they're likely cooking up an algorithm that's big on the feel-good factor.
One thing that's different about Threads – reposts don't get the same love as they do on other platforms. It's like Threads wants you to chime in with your own words, not just pass along someone else's.
There's some chatter about the "Dear algorithm" posts too. Wired reported that Meta's made it clear – those posts aren't the puppet masters of the Threads feed. It's more about what you do on Threads and Instagram (since Threads is tied to Instagram's API). This setup is kind of a double-edged sword. It helps, but it's not perfect since what you like on Instagram might not be what you're into on Threads.
And here's a cool thing – they're testing trending hashtags in some regions. As this rolls out, it'll help Threads get smarter about what you really want to see, lessening the need to peek over Instagram's shoulder.
So, what's the takeaway for businesses? Keep an eye on your Instagram game; it might give you clues for Threads. And remember, it's all about nurturing those positive vibes. That's the ticket to making waves on Threads.
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Let's talk about Jacki Pimentel from Meta. She recently shared some gems at a conference in LA about Threads. The gist? It's all about sparking conversations. You throw out a topic, and boom, people jump in with their two cents. It's not rocket science – we've seen this trick work on other social media apps. But there's a twist with Threads. Meta's trying to nudge things towards the positive side of the street.
You know how on social networks, sometimes it's the posts that get your blood boiling or your heart racing that grab all the attention? That's been the recipe for a viral post for ages – hit those emotional buttons, and you're golden. But Meta's hinting at something different for Threads. Maybe it's not just about racking up comments and likes. Maybe it's about creating a space where positivity rules the roost.
How's Meta planning to pull this off? Well, it could be about tweaking what the algorithm pays attention to. Maybe a mix of likes and comments is the secret sauce, or how often a post is shared. Meta's got the data; they're likely cooking up an algorithm that's big on the feel-good factor.
One thing that's different about Threads – reposts don't get the same love as they do on other platforms. It's like Threads wants you to chime in with your own words, not just pass along someone else's.
There's some chatter about the "Dear algorithm" posts too. Wired reported that Meta's made it clear – those posts aren't the puppet masters of the Threads feed. It's more about what you do on Threads and Instagram (since Threads is tied to Instagram's API). This setup is kind of a double-edged sword. It helps, but it's not perfect since what you like on Instagram might not be what you're into on Threads.
And here's a cool thing – they're testing trending hashtags in some regions. As this rolls out, it'll help Threads get smarter about what you really want to see, lessening the need to peek over Instagram's shoulder.
So, what's the takeaway for businesses? Keep an eye on your Instagram game; it might give you clues for Threads. And remember, it's all about nurturing those positive vibes. That's the ticket to making waves on Threads.
Photo: Unsplash
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