May
16
Competition Thrives at ibeatyou
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Here’s a creative one. ibeatyou, or IBY for short, is a website focused on attracting those with a competitive edge. The platform is setup so people can start their own competition, and compete with others from across the world. You can choose to keep your competitions private if you aren’t willing to let the whole world see.
After my brief exploration of the site, I found competitions taking place such as a staring contest, a dance battle, scariest face, and signing contests. By no means is the site limited to these types of competitions, but that’s what makes up the majority. Some competitions are able to get quite a few views, while others are barely noticed.
I’m not sure how well a site like this can do, but it is a bit more on the creative side. There are so many social networking type sites popping up everyday, it’s almost hit or miss when it comes to popularity. With that said, if you are a bit curious, check out ibeatyou and see what kind of competitions are a grabbing people’s attention. The least bit you can do is gather some ideas of what’s popular and what’s not.
May
12
Showcase Your Talents, Claim Your Fame
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I’m excited about a fairly new social networking site that instantly grabbed my attention when I first heard about it on CNN a little while back. Taltopia, a Los Angeles based media distribution and social networking company, launched back in March of 2007. The goal of Taltopia is to provide a platform for people to showcase their talent. Actors, singers, musicians, comedians, artists, models and more are all welcome to participate. If you have the talent, all you have to do is upload your media such as audio, video, or photos, and start being seen.
Not sure of your talents? No problem! You can join the Taltopia critic crowd and begin offering your opinions on those showcasing their stuff. Fans and critics vote for their favorites, giving them that extra edge they seek. Those with talents who get a higher amount of votes get featured on the front page of the website, offering even more exposure for those wanting to claim their fame.
I think sites like this are a fantastic opportunity to gain that extra bit of exposure one needs to get noticed. Those who wish to share their talent have plenty of avenues to explore, but there is always room for additional opportunities. Everyone knows there are talent agencies and talent agents all over the place, but it really comes down to networking and connecting with the right people at the right time. The coolest thing is that Taltopia is a FREE service for everyone. Visitors can register for free and simply create their own profile.
Let’s face it, it seems like everyone is trying to be some sort of celebrity these days. Everyday aspiring talent is searching for casting calls, looking for gigs, and trying to create additional self promotion. And even those who don’t seek celebrity status find alternative ways to participate, like voting for others. Look at the explosive amount of people who vote for their favorites on hit television shows like American Idol and Dancing With the Stars. And those are only just a couple popular shows where you viewers can vote. Growing communities of individuals who strive for fame, fortune, and participation have all come together, and I think a website like Taltopia makes it even more exciting for everyone.