The impact of social media presence and board member composition on new venture success: Evidences from VC-backed U.S. startups

Objectives: In addition to clinical and social disruption, the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has affected many aspects of the otolaryngology residency application process. With delays in the 2021 Electronic Residency Applications Service (ERAS) timeline, students and programs have had more time to interact prior to the formal application process. This communication will report recent trends in social media presence by OHNS residency programs, and discuss mechanisms to compensate for decreased applicant-program interactions using social media ahead of the 2021 Match. Methods: In a cross-sectional study of the accredited otolaryngology residency programs in the United States, the number of social media profiles on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook from 2009 to 2019 were recorded and compared. Results: Most programs (61%) have at least 1 social media profile. Over the past 10 years, the number of programs on social media has increased. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Twitter and Instagram showed higher rates of growth compared to Facebook. With the reduction of in-person opportunities for interactions, both applicants and programs are utilizing social media to showcase their values and their research. Twitter, in particular, also serves as a platform for professional networking. Conclusion: Both Twitter and Instagram are growing in popularity among programs and applicants to enhance networking. Social media is a powerful tool for networking and may help compensate for limitations imposed on the residency match process by the COVID-19 pandemic while maintaining professionalism considerations. The impact of social media on the 2021 otolaryngology residency match is an evolving phenomenon.

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Do Social Media Matter? Initial Empirical Evidence

Journal of Information Systems ◽

10.2308/isys-50995 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 29 (2) ◽

pp. 51-70 ◽

Cited By ~ 17

Author(s):

Hui Du ◽

Wei Jiang

Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

Firm Performance ◽

Positive Impact ◽

Data Availability ◽

Social Media Platform ◽

Media Technologies ◽

The Social ◽

Media Platform ◽

Social Media Presence ◽

The Impact

ABSTRACT This paper examines the association between firm performance and social media. Based on a sample of S&P 1500 firms, the study finds that firms with a social media presence are more highly valued by the market and have higher future financial performance. Further analysis indicates that the impact of social media on firm performance varies depending on the social media platform involved. Finally, using a restricted sample of Global 100 firms, the study finds some evidence that a higher level of social media engagement is associated with higher firm performance. Overall, these findings provide consistent evidence of the positive impact of social media technologies on firm performance. Data Availability: All data are available from public sources.

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MP32-17 THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE ON ONLINE CONSUMER RATINGS AND SURGICAL VOLUME AMONG CALIFORNIA UROLOGISTS

The Journal of Urology ◽

10.1016/j.juro.2017.02.992 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 197 (4S) ◽

Author(s):

Justin Houman ◽

James Weinberger ◽

Ashley Caron ◽

Joe Thum ◽

Devin Patel ◽

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Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

Surgical Volume ◽

Consumer Ratings ◽

Online Consumer ◽

Social Media Presence ◽

The Impact

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The impact of social media presence, age, and patient reported wait times on physician review websites for sports medicine surgeons

Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma ◽

10.1016/j.jcot.2021.101502 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 101502

Author(s):

Andrew J. Sama ◽

David P. Matichak ◽

Nicholas C. Schiller ◽

Deborah J. Li ◽

Chester J. Donnally ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

Sports Medicine ◽

Wait Times ◽

Physician Review ◽

Patient Reported ◽

Social Media Presence ◽

The Impact

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The role of social media in communication about food risks

British Food Journal ◽

10.1108/bfj-07-2015-0272 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 119 (3) ◽

pp. 453-467 ◽

Cited By ~ 10

Author(s):

Julie Henderson ◽

Annabelle M. Wilson ◽

Trevor Webb ◽

Dean McCullum ◽

Samantha B. Meyer ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

Food Industry ◽

Consumer Trust ◽

Accurate Information ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Content Type ◽

News Stories ◽

Social Media Presence ◽

The Impact

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the views of journalists, food regulators and the food industry representatives on the impact of social media on communication about food risk. The authors identify how journalists/media actors use social media in identifying and creating news stories arguing that food regulators need to maintain a social media presence to ensure that accurate information about food safety is disseminated via social media. Design/methodology/approach Data were collected through 105 semi-structured interviews. Findings While food regulators and representatives of the food industry identify advantages of social media including two-way communication and speed of transmission of information, they maintain concerns about information provided via social media fearing the potential for loss of control of the information and sensationalism. There is evidence, however, that media actors use social media to identify food stories, to find sources, gauge public opinion and to provide a human interest angle. Practical implications While there are commonalities between the three groups, concerns with social media reflect professional roles. Food regulators need to be aware of how media actors use social media and maintain a social media presence. Further, they need to monitor other sources to maintain consumer trust. Originality/value This paper adds to public debate through comparing the perspectives of the three groups of respondents each that have their own agendas which impact how they interact with and use social media.

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