Rocket21 Is a New Kind of Social Site for Tweens

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Rocket21 is a new social networking site that connects teens to older professionals in an open forum-type style. On this episode of Revolution, Rocket21 President Jodell Seagrave explains how her site, and social technology in general, are keeping different generations connected. “We’ve created an opportunity for kids to explore their dreams with some of the brightest minds in the world,” she says. But Rocket21 isn’t just a one-way street. Professionals can learn from using the site, too –- especially when it comes to the buying patterns and digital habits of the younger generation. Read the full story at Mashable.

About Shelly Palmer

Shelly Palmer is the Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications and CEO of The Palmer Group, a consulting practice that helps Fortune 500 companies with technology, media and marketing. Named LinkedIn’s “Top Voice in Technology,” he covers tech and business for Good Day New York, is a regular commentator on CNN and writes a popular daily business blog. He's a bestselling author, and the creator of the popular, free online course, Generative AI for Execs. Follow @shellypalmer or visit shellypalmer.com.

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