The point of this blog
This is my personal blog with a focus on a) online communities b) social networks c) technology in general d) the US and Indian stock market and e) everything marketing. I used to focus only on online communities but I decided to broaden this blog to all the things I really care about and enjoy discussing.(Oct 2007)
To find, review, analyze and share information about online communities, social networks, startups, technology and everything new and fun.
Join the discussion and please suggest communities to profile using the comments or email me.

Cell phone's the best way to contact me at (650) 353-2748. I am in US Pacific Time. Email: mukund at bestengagingcommunities dot com. I enjoy the strategy, planning, development and operational elements of business communities. I have been fortunate to run, and help many companies build thriving and engaging customer communities and love to share my experiences and learn about new ways to get communities more profitable for business.
To find, review, analyze and share information about online communities, social networks, startups, technology and everything new and fun.
Join the discussion and please suggest communities to profile using the comments or email me.

Cell phone's the best way to contact me at (650) 353-2748. I am in US Pacific Time. Email: mukund at bestengagingcommunities dot com. I enjoy the strategy, planning, development and operational elements of business communities. I have been fortunate to run, and help many companies build thriving and engaging customer communities and love to share my experiences and learn about new ways to get communities more profitable for business.




Hi!
I was wondering, what are your thoughts on all these "User Generated Content"-inspired web communities popping up? Do you think it's a fad to die soon, or a trend to morph into more?
Especially for kids. I'm finding myself more and more concerned about the safety & coolness of such sites-- especially with all of these "kick quick" solutions that companies are attempting ("Quick! Make a community! We'll deal with the rest later!"). It's strange how we don't hear that much about quality.
What are you thinking?
Thanks, Mokund! Your site ROCKS!
All the Best,
izzy
Thanks Izzy for the kudos. I will post on the topic of User Generated Content. I should also connect you with my friend Tamara - she is an expert on this.