6 Overlooked Places for Businesses to Interact Online

When it comes to social media and social networks, most people think about the big ones like Facebook, Twitter and now Google Plus, which recent statistics have shown as number two in terms of users. However, businesses have so many more options for connecting and interacting with other businesses. Whether you’re new to entrepreneurship or a seasoned veteran in the business world, networking is always beneficial. Here are the top six overlooked social media places to access for business and networking.

LinkedIn
LinkedIn may seem like it is popular, but many people in the business world don’t use it regularly or have an account and only access it when hiring a new employee. Most don’t use it for networking and getting to know other businesses. This is why it is mostly an untapped networking resource for many professionals. Get to know everything LinkedIn can offer you – you should be engaging with other businesses, swapping valuable information, finding other entrepreneurs with the same ideals as you and networking.

Biznik
Biznik is another site on this list that some businesses are aware of but the majority overlooks. This is a community-based site for small businesses, professionals and entrepreneurs to come together and succeed as a group. It is the only network made specifically for independent business professionals. As such, you can get valuable information and advice from other small businesses and entrepreneurs who know exactly what it is like to be new or inexperienced.

Cofoundr
If you have never heard of Cofoundr, it’s time to become familiar with it. Cofoundr is for all types of professionals including investors, anyone involved with start-ups, designers, entrepreneurs and programmers. It is one of the fastest growing online networks or businesses and it is run with start-up businesses in mind.

Orkut
Orkut isn’t popular in the United States, but it is one of the biggest online communities overseas. In Brazil, specifically, Orkut has become their favorite social media site. Because so many private users are using Orkut internationally, as a business, you can also access the site and benefit from it. You will be able to find other business owners by searching by interest and even market your business on Orkut. If you’re looking for international exposure, it’s an ideal vehicle.

E.Factor
Possible one of the least known social online communities is E.Factor. This is another social media community for entrepreneurs and business professionals but also doubles as on online marketplace. Meet other members, share ideas, search by interest and improve your customer base all with this one site. Find other business owners on E.Factor and share information as you create lasting personal and business connections.

Partner Up
Partner Up is an online community also tailored to small business owners and entrepreneurs. If you are currently involved in the business community, you will find benefits to using Partner Up. You can find new employment opportunities, find partners for your business, locate other businesses, find commercial properties, talk in message forums and get answers to any questions you have.

As someone in the business world, you shouldn’t limit yourself to just one online community. Mix it up and get to know a larger group of individuals with the same goals, interests and ideals as you have. While it may seem that you do not have the time to keep up with all the different social media sites and networks available, when you use Infintech Designs to handle your online marketing and social media marketing you will find you have freed up a lot of time. You can use this time to focus on your business and network with other entrepreneurs and business owners.

Infintech Designs
3110 Magazine St., #120
New Orleans, LA 70115

Sources:
https://www.sitepoint.com/social-networking-sites-for-business/
https://www.rebelmouse.com/wordpress-vip-alternative-2401656056.html
https://smallbiztrends.com/2012/08/linkedin-professional-connections.html