think what is interesting about the Hootsuite story is that, while there is a significant difference in how the enterprise, or small business, or agency would manage their social media, there’s even more difference in terms of an individual who just wants to manage profiles across multiple networks and take advantage of some basic features. MORE >>

For entrepreneurs operating an online service business — a web design agency, consultancy firm, or support business — the process can be even more difficult. This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Enver, Mike Enver and Mike Enver, VirtuallyYoursFromCT. Post on industry forums. Seek out client referrals. MORE >>

I was having a conversation with Deb Ng of Freelance Writing Gigs on Twitter , and I smirked at her comment. People even imply and suggest (or at least the Twitter gang did) that bloggers should be ashamed of asking for money, for any kind of payment for that solid advice and knowledge. Time to think about the retirement fund.&# Wrong. MORE >>

Similarly, regarding brand developers and advertising agencies, the commissioning party will, among other things, want adequate assurances that the commissioned works will not infringe upon any third parties’ intellectual property rights or violate false advertising laws. You can also follow Jeff on Twitter @jsfabian. MORE >>

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