With the first quarter of 2010 over, reports are now emerging that highlight the best practices for the year in social media. However, these reports are often dismissed by smaller firms and diverse businesses as somehow not applying to them. This is a mistake. Whatever the size or nature of your business, you can learn from the proven successes of others. - By Shaniqua Thomas

This is especially true in the area of social media. After all, one of social media’s great promise points has always been its scalability and individuality. Thus, by examining some of the top social media practices, you should be able to see how your company can implement these strategies, avoid the pitfalls suffered by those who went before you, and build a more competitive footprint in the marketplace.