Guest post by Mary Mathes, Alpha-Diver.
The term “social media” implies connecting with others, socializing and sharing. While this is a reason one may engage with social media, from its earliest days other motives have driven users to partake. Our research among 4,000 US respondents ages 18-75 reveals that out of 10 social media platforms, only Facebook is primarily associated with serving social connection.
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There are four core motivations for engaging with social platforms. In short, the reasons people use social media: 1) learn and find information, 2) connect with others and/or tap into recommendations, 3) explore, escape, or 4) brag about accomplishments, possessions, and show off their life.
A scroll through your feed will reveal examples:
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