Don’t Rely On Algorithms

Don’t Rely On Algorithms

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Don’t rely On Algorithms

Don’t rely on algorithms for Lincolnshire connections. In short, a computer algorithm can be set to find a solution to a single or set of questions.  If you want any further information about algorithms I’m afraid I’m not the best person to ask!  However, I do know that social media platforms use algorithms to plot your interests and feed you the information it thinks you want to see. If that’s the case, it’s pretty obvious that you don’t rely on algorithms for Lincolnshire connections unless you use key Lincolnshire phrases regularly.

Here’s an example to (hopefully) make things clearer:  If your main interests are in makeup and beauty and you tweet and search for messages on that subject Twitter will feed you more. However, if your interests are in football and you tweet and search for messages on that subject, guess what….?  You won’t be seeing tweets on makeup and beauty but you will see tweets about football.  That’s algorithms for you!

That sounds great; you’re getting to see all the information you want (good or bad, true or false).  However, you may have been steered away from your primary goal which is talking to, or doing business with your Lincolnshire neighbours.

I’m not a football fan so I don’t see posts about football.  I do like to help and support all sorts of local businesses, charities and organisations though so I get to see a wide range of messages on social media. The algorithms have identified that I like Lincolnshire and connecting with Lincolnshire people to help and support them. However, if you’re mainly posting about football it’ll be pretty clear that you can’t rely on algorithms for Lincolnshire connections.  However, help is at hand…

Don’t Rely On Algorithms – Connecting Lincolnshire – Reset The Algorithms

From what I can gather, the more you engage with the information fed to you by the algorithms, the more you are likely to see related posts.  You can bypass the original algorithms though to reconnect with your Lincolnshire friends using these methods:

Lists

On twitter you have the option to Create lists. I have lots of Lincolnshire lists ranging from ‘Accountants’ through to ‘What’s On’ with all manner of Lincolnshire trades in multiple lists (depending on their expertise) as well as geographical location.  You can create a list and call it whatever you like and you can add or remove people to/from the lists at will. You can even make the lists private or open for everyone to see.  Looking at your lists you can quickly see the recent posts by the people you want to hear from.  It’s an excellent way to keep up to date with your favourite social media friends or influencers.

Hashtags

The beauty of the hashtag is that it is useable across various social media platforms.  If you type into your search bar ‘Lincolnshire’ you’ll see all of the posts that have used that hashtag.  However, that could be overwhelming as so many people use that tag.  I’ve seen many, many people adding the hashtag #ShopLocal to their posts but I have a strong suspicion that they haven’t searched the hashtag to see what’s on it!  If you want to sell something ‘locally’ to Miami, Adelaide or Ontario then by all means carry on using that hashtag.  However, if you really want to get the attention of your local Lincolnshire, Newark, Retford or Hull based contacts you need to be using the hashtag #LincsConnect.  Try searching it now to see who and what pops up.  I can guarantee that it’s going to be local.

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My account has been through several guises before I settled on #LincsConnect.  Would you believe that I even created the hashtag #ShopLocal over 12 years ago? It quickly became evident that, although it was extremely popular, it was neither use nor ornament for the local Lincolnshire area.  After a few months I stopped using it and tried several other hashtags before settling on the one we all know now.

Don’t Rely on Algorithms – Connections In Lincolnshire

Searching the hashtag #LincsConnect will instantly show you who has been posting locally.  The easiest way to connect with people is to get into polite conversations so why not give it a go now? The more conversations you have with local people on #LincsConnect the more the algorithms are likely to pick up what you want to see and feed you more relevant information.

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Don’t Rely On Algorithms – What Else?

The #LincsConnect hashtag is an ideal way to search and connect locally. There are also some other hashtags that you may be familiar with that will be more specific to you:

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If you’re looking for local traders to support or are a local trader yourself with something to sell or offer for Christmas you might want to search the #LincsConnectChristmas hashtag or add it to your posts for more people to see. I’ve had this hashtag trending on Twitter, Google, Duck Duck and other search engines

 

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No introductions needed! The hashtag is plain and simple so use it to advertise your gift ideas and services.  If you’re shopping for Valentines ideas simply type #LincsConnectValentines into your social media platform search bar to see who and what is there. I’ve also had this hashtag trending on Twitter, Google, Duck Duck and other search engines.  My hard work pays off for you!


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Many people use the #ShopLocal hashtag thinking that they are encouraging people to shop in their area.  However, in reality, the #ShopLocal hashtag is far from local.  I invented the hashtag around 12 years ago but scrapped it not long after when I realised it was being used globally.  It was literally ‘too successful’!  The hashtag to use on your local Lincolnshire tweets is now #ShopLincs as it truly is ‘local’ to you.  Add it to your posts to show you’re a Lincolnshire seller and search the hashtag to find locals in your area who have something to sell.

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I’m sure this doesn’t need any explanation?  If you’re looking for jobs or are advertising jobs the #LincsConnectJobs hashtag will be very useful to you. The #LincsConnectJobs Hour is on Mondays from 10.00am.

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Two hashtags! Adding a hashtag to a post sends your message to the relevant section in a massive global database.  If you add two hashtags your message will be sent to both locations in the database. Using a specific ‘hour’ hashtag is extremely useful and can help you reach people with the same or similar interests as you. Have a look at #LincsArtCraftHour

Don’t Rely On Algorithms – Get The Picture?

In summary, the algorithms can steer you away from the people you really want to talk to so don’t rely on algorithms for Lincolnshire connections! Using the hashtag #LincsConnect and making your own lists can bring you back to the people you want to connect with.  Adding a picture or video to your message will help you to be seen but it will also allow you to put a lot of information into a poster while making your initial message short and to the point.

New Lincolnshire #LincsConnect Hours

Would you be interested in joining a new themed #LincsConnect Hour to help you connect with like minded people as well as new customers?  Some of my plans include other Hours. What would you think of a #WhatsOnLincs Hour each week?

I have lots of new plans for the new website but can’t run everything at the same time.  With that in mind, would you like to take on one of the hours?  It’ll help you connect with lots more people while at the same time encouraging people to use and search the #LincsConnect hashtag to expand our readership and support network.

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