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ENGAGEMENT, SPREAD, AND REUSE: THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN PROMOTING SUSTAINABILITY

Samantha Patel
Published 23 January 2025
Vol. 11, No. 1 (2023)
pp. 16-32
CC BY 4.0
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    Samantha Patel
    School of Business Administration, University of Colorado Boulder, USA
    US

The dynamic landscape of economic growth, driven by technological advancements, has ushered in a paradigm shift in production and consumption patterns. This transformation has given rise to a ubiquitous internet presence, enabling consumers to transition from passive receivers to active generators of information, largely through the emergence of social media platforms. This evolution has been documented extensively (Schlosser, 2005; Shang et al., 2006; Shao, 2009) and is rooted in the profound changes in the way individuals engage with technology and communicate. Social media, encompassing a diverse array of electronic communication channels such as social networking websites and micro-blogging platforms, serves as the primary conduit through which users establish and nurture online communities. These virtual spaces facilitate the exchange of information, ideas, personal messages, and a plethora of content (Krishnamurthy and Dou, 2008). The impact of social media has been particularly pronounced, with a monumental surge in its adoption observed in both developed and developing nations in recent years. This dramatic proliferation of social networking can be attributed to a confluence of factors. The changing lifestyle preferences of individuals, coupled with the advent of online education, have engendered a tech-savvy generation that is deeply immersed in the digital realm. Consequently, this paper explores the multifaceted influence of social media on society, economy, and technology, shedding light on its far-reaching implications.

JournalColumbia Journal of Entrepreneurship and Management
ISSN3065-0623
Volume / IssueVol. 11, No. 1 (2023)
Pages16-32
Published23 January 2025
Access Open Access
LicenseCC BY 4.0 — reuse with attribution
PublisherKeith Publications
Patel, S. (2025). ENGAGEMENT, SPREAD, AND REUSE: THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN PROMOTING SUSTAINABILITY . Columbia Journal of Entrepreneurship and Management, Vol. 11 No. 1, pp. 16-32

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