The Quentin Tarantino Guide to Social Media
January 21st, 2009 by GuestJulius Solaris is a Social Media and Social Networks expert. He blogs at www.juliussolaris.com
Quentin Tarantino is my favourite social topic.
I can see if there is a true match with my interlocutor just by the degree of his/her knowledge of QT movies.
The same applies to Social Media on a professional level. twitter, Wordpress, Facebook, Linkedin absorb most of my day.
In a logical sequence of arguments, let me show you how Quentin Tarantino and Social Media were made for one another.
10. Quentin loves conversations
I see the “Madonna Speech” (Warning: strong language) from Reservoir Dogs as a front page article on Digg.
Interpretation of popular themes in a conversational format, yummy!
Tarantino displays great knowledge on how to start and develop conversations and this is what it is all about.
9. Quentin is viral
The upcoming Inglourious Basterds has already captured a great deal of attention from social media.
You can find pics and videos all over the place such as “How to properly spit coffee.”
8. Quentin is pop
Social media are a good match for widely understandable topics.
Tarantino obviously knows that.
7. Quentin knows the importance of links
A sound linking strategy is a must for Search Engine Optimization as well as to develop relationships.
The work of Tarantino is a deep mix of references to other works. He displays his immense movie culture knowledge and transmits it to a younger audience in a cool fashion.
Now I am sure the setting and track suit should ring a bell.
6. Quentin likes visual impact
Clutter is a huge problem with whatever you display online. Having a neat design helps bring the content to fruition.
The astonishing photography of Kill Bill displayed how Tarantino cares about his design.
5. Quentin embraces different forms of media
Blogging is just a part of it. Audio and especially video are now a requirement for rich Social Media content.
Tarantino understood that movies are not only about humans and astonished his audience with this incredible cartoon (Warning: strong images).
4. Quentin found his niche
Finding your relevant audience is the most important step of a sound Social Media strategy.
Your niche may not need what the masses want.
By getting rid of skinny actresses in the super sexy dance of Death Proof, Tarantino makes a strong statement.
3. Quentin knows about affiliate programs
Referrals and affiliates are a key part of being successful online. Sometimes it is wise to have different blogs or guest post somewhere else.
Tarantino understood this well and launched a “Presented by Quentin Tarantino” series of movies, the most famous being Hostel or Sin City.
2. Quentin knows that personality goes a long way
What bothers me most about traditional media is the dull, standardized tone and manner.
Social media are funky and intimate. Great content often means great personality.
Tarantino obviously knows that.
1. Quentin know how to write catchy titles
Capturing attention is key.
Here is a great example: “I don’t tip” (Warning: strong language)
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January 21st, 2009 at 9:34 am
Fantastic! I’m a Tarantino addicted and you couldn’t have done better! Pure indulgence for Quentin’s scholars
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January 21st, 2009 at 9:36 am
thanks Carmen
Julius
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January 21st, 2009 at 9:46 am
Great collection of videos!
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January 21st, 2009 at 6:35 pm
Excellent post, and great Digg bait : )
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January 22nd, 2009 at 3:59 am
Thanks Rob and Nicole
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January 22nd, 2009 at 3:48 pm
LOL! You definitely had me smiling by the end of your post, where initially I was skeptical.
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June 4th, 2009 at 4:33 am
Great post! Just wanted to let you know you have a new subscriber- me!
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