Your World is Exploding: How Social Media is Changing Everything-and how you need to Change with it. [Kindle Edition]

Christopher Dessi (Author)

Book Description

In Your World is Exploding, Chris Dessi, one of the nation’s leaders in web marketing, shares his manifesto that the recent explosion of social media is a spiritual awakening, not a technological one. Dessi shares techniques for mastering engagement in social media for your career, your business, and your life. Part memoir, part brass tactics, & part motivational doctrine, Dessi delivers a punchy treatise on social media, offering entertainment & inspiration throughout. His invaluable lessons on social media will enable you to discover your true calling, take control of your career, and harness the digital forces that shape our world today.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"It is a fascinating, riveting, unique viewpoint on how the internet changes everything ...absolutely everything. And that, if one doesn't adjust and take advantage, he is doomed to flounder. I can't recommend it strongly enough. Hell, I triple recommend it." 

- Jeff Pearlman, NY Times Best-Selling Author of Sweetness: The Enigmatic Life of Walter Payton & The Bad Guys Won

"Chris has passion and guts - if this book matches his DNA and who he is as a person - it will be a classic."

- Gary Vaynerchuk, NY Times Best-Selling Author of Crush it! Why Now is the Time to Cash in on your Passion  & Thank You Economy  

About the Author

Chris Dessi is a CEO of Silverback Social. He is also an award winning digital thinker, television & radio commentator, author, blogger, and public speaker. Throughout his career in New York and London Chris has worked with Fortune 500 businesses and start-ups alike. His deep marketing acumen combined with his passion for psychology, sociology and cultural studies all reside at the fulcrum of his manifesto that social media is much more of a spiritual awakening rather than a technological one. This revolutionary perspective has propelled his personality into the New York media landscape. Dessi is a regular social media expert contributor on Fox Evening News, and Good Day New York. He has appeared on the Steve Adubato show One to One, and has made Radio appearances on the John Gambling show on WOR Radio in NYC, and the Mary Beth Marsden show in Baltimore on WBAL. His first book "Your World is Exploding: How Social Media is Changing Everything and How You Need to Change With It", shot to #1 on Amazon.com's Hot New Releases in it's first two weeks of publication. In addition to his writing and work in social media, Chris is active on the college lecturing circuit. Coaching students how to leverage social media to benefit their personal brand message and their career. He has guest lectured to students around the country including Marist College, Manhattanville College, Loyola University in Maryland, and at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology Social Media Summit. As a result of the work and impact via television and radio in the New York metropolitan area Chris was recently selected by the Business Council of Westchester's 40 under 40. He has been quoted in Mashable, and has lectured about the power of social media to the United States Marines aboard the Intrepid Sea Air and Space Museum. He is a featured contributor on Social Media Today and The Social Customer. He lives in Chappaqua with his wife Laura and their two girls Talia & Olivia

Product Details

• File Size: 282 KB
• Print Length: 150 pages
• Publisher: Christopher Dessi; 1 edition (January 22, 2012)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B00710A5M0
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Not Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #477,202 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational read! June 20, 2012

By Rebecca Foss

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When first glancing at the title, I thought this book would be more about how to use social media from a business perspective. At times, these types of books can be text book-like and a bit hard to dredge through. As a social media marketing professional, I have read much on social strategies, how to incorporate social into marketing plans, what platforms do what and what tools work best, etc. (blah, blah, blah). I was pleasantly surprised in reading Chris Dessi's book-- he did exactly what he should in terms of social media. The fundamental principle of social media is being social, interacting with people, and being personal. I love that he told his story in terms of how he was personally affected by social media-- in his career and in life. For someone who is caught up in the everyday world of social media marketing, like myself, I think it's important to take a step back once in a while and remember this is about people and how they connect. If the old way of marketing is about telling people about a product, the new way of marketing is about finding out how people engage around or connect with others regarding the product-- and listening to those people, servicing them and changing the product to make it better for them. Chris's passion for social media and for life is infectious, bringing the reader back to the basics, showing the importance of everyday connections and how social media can help. A fast, easy read that keeps you engaged and is truly inspiring-- it's worth a read!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Your World Is Exploding January 26, 2012

By "It's a wonderful life"

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Christopher G. Dessi is a gifted and engaging writer whose enthusiasm for Social Media -and for life, is contagious. I highly recommend this book.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Get out there and do something! July 15, 2012

By Andrew Clinkman

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In life, there are certain people that you'll meet with contagious energy; Chris Dessi is one of those people. I've read many books on social media and business and Dessi's book, while a quick read, is full of motivation for the social media enthusiast.

'Your World is Exploding' definitely hits on key points, such as the necessity of creating a blog, being social, and producing thoughtful content. After reading it, I found myself compelled to improve my social reach.

For just a few bucks on the Kindle, and in less than 2 hours of reading, you'll find yourself asking "why don't I blog more?".

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Stay Ahead of the Curve June 19, 2012

By JZ

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For a first time author I thought Chris nailed it with a good mix of big picture background information, interesting examples, and practical tips that even the least tech savvy people will understand. Most importantly the way Chris wrote the book mirrors his blog - [...] - philosophy. By being up front, honest and including personal experiences it allows for a better reading experience. The same way a consumer feels comfortable with a company they can relate to, a reader finds comfort in an author they can relate to.

The content gives a unique and detailed overview of the ever changing world of social media. The information is extremely valuable for b2c, b2b and individuals looking to market themselves. I have already begun applying many of the principles in my own life.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Guidebook for Social, Career & Life Success! April 21, 2012

By Rubin Wald

Format:Kindle Edition

Chris has inspired me to resurrect my personal blog and communicate everything - my successes, my failures and, most important, my fears, doubts, concerns and insecurities. In other words, to open myself up and become visible.

He believes, and I trust his judgment here, that by using social media to authentically connect with other people, my business will thrive, my wealth will increase and my isolation will end.

Buy this book. Read it at least six times (it's an easy, inspiring read), act on its advice, and more happiness will flow into your life than there are stars in the universe!

Rubin Wald
ANewWayOfThinking.com

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Evolve or Die March 6, 2012

By Sonaly

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Chris Dessi is really passionate about social media and, through his writing, it is infectious. His book is a quick read and he uses great personal stories to make his point, which is exactly what he says makes a good blog or tweet. This is not a step-by-step intro on how to start a blog, but even better, an understanding of why we should all be engaging in social media in the first place. He suggests that social media is "spiritual awakening", using technology to connect us to others in a way like never before. Chris Dessi really understands people and what drives them to others. Social media is about people. Afterall, Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Facebook and someone who knows a thing or two about social media, was a psychology major (like Chris Dessi) at Harvard.

I highly recommend this book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging Read February 14, 2012

By John A. Meyer

Format:Kindle Edition

Chris Dessi's book is engaging and motivating. As a marketing professional in an ever changing world, I found many useful pieces of advice and new ways to consider social media. Dessi is right on target that success in social media is based on a spiritual connection. Our world is getting smaller and social media, along as we act in a genuine manner, will help connect people for positive change. Dessi's example of Bret Michaels connecting with the fan in the last row at the arena is the type of connection we should all try and cultivate through social media. If you are trying to get a better grasp on social media marketing and how to use in to strengthen your relationships- check out this book.

John Meyer
Incorporate.com
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More About the Author

Chris Dessi is a CEO of Silverback Social. He is also an award winning digital thinker, television & radio commentator, author, blogger, and public speaker. Throughout his career in New York and London Chris has worked with Fortune 500 businesses and start-ups alike. His deep marketing acumen combined with his passion for psychology, sociology and cultural studies all reside at the fulcrum of his manifesto that social media is much more of a spiritual awakening rather than a technological one. This revolutionary perspective has propelled his personality into the New York media landscape. Dessi is a regular social media expert contributor on Fox Evening News, and Good Day New York. He has appeared on the Steve Adubato show One to One, and has made Radio appearances on the John Gambling show on WOR Radio in NYC, and the Mary Beth Marsden show in Baltimore on WBAL. His first book "Your World is Exploding: How Social Media is Changing Everything and How You Need to Change With It", shot to #1 on Amazon.com's Hot New Releases in it's first two weeks of publication. In addition to his writing and work in social media, Chris is active on the college lecturing circuit. Coaching students how to leverage social media to benefit their personal brand message and their career. He has guest lectured to students around the country including Marist College, Manhattanville College, Loyola University in Maryland, and at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology Social Media Summit. As a result of the work and impact via television and radio in the New York metropolitan area Chris was recently selected by the Business Council of Westchester's 40 under 40. He has been quoted in Mashable, and has lectured about the power of social media to the United States Marines aboard the Intrepid Sea Air and Space Museum. He is a featured contributor on Social Media Today and The Social Customer. He lives in Chappaqua with his wife Laura and their two little girls Talia and Olivia