I confess. I used to read in bed, and occasionally watch TV there as well; but I read an interesting health related report, and have since removed both from the bedroom. And as the report claimed, I honestly sleep much better without the clutter and the dstraction.

And clutter is exactly what Social Media can become if you let it overwhelm you. Be selective in who you follow, and just as important – who you let follow you. It’s amazing how just a little discrimination in how you use Social Media can cut down the noise (just another form of clutter – right?).

My mailbox has been overrun in the last few days with people hawking someone’s latest get rich quick scheme using Social Media. “Make tons of money with Twitter” – “Facebook your way to Fame and Fortune”  – you know the drill.

I do think Social Media should have a place in your marketing plan, but it’s only one of the possible roads to success. I believe your marketing plan should have balance – Social Media is one of your tools, nothing more.

Let me know your take on this. Is Social Media a help, or just a hindrance and distraction to your marketing efforts?