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Making A Difference Through Twitter

Chris Boardman

One local man used his Twitter account for something more than just stating his status, using the site to rally support for the 2 American journalists who are now free from their detention in North Korea. ABC6 Reporter Parker Gavigan has more...

Sunday, Aug 16 at 4:20 PM Kim Lavine wrote ...

Wow, Kevin! GREAT JOB! I'm impressed with your passion. When you attach your success to the success of others, you can't help but succeed.

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Monday, Aug 10 at 1:18 PM Kim wrote ...

Kevin is truly an inspiration - none of this surprises me. I met Kevin on Twitter and he has been so kind, helpful, and positive. I am grateful to know him and impressed with what he has been able to do.

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Monday, Aug 10 at 1:03 PM Ty Downing wrote ...

Kevin, You have got well received recognition! Please let us know how your other social media projects are going...when are you going to be on Oprah? http://twitter.com/TyDowning

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Monday, Aug 10 at 12:24 PM Kevin DeSoto wrote ...

Thanks Seth! Your book TRIBES is great :) http://www.amazon.com/Tribes-We-Need-You-Lead/dp/1591842336

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Monday, Aug 10 at 11:12 AM Seth Godin wrote ...

NY NY Thanks for this, Kevin!

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Monday, Aug 10 at 9:44 AM Kevin DeSoto wrote ...

Thank you everyone for the comments on the power of social media & the efforts of MANY that are using the internet as a helpful useful tool.

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Sunday, Aug 9 at 11:47 PM Grumpy wrote ...

Very nice Kevin! Awesome example for all to follow.

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Saturday, Aug 8 at 2:05 PM Keith Humphrey - Wichita, Kansas wrote ...

Great job Kevin. Glad we're buds on Twitter :)

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Saturday, Aug 8 at 1:44 PM John D Varlaro CPT, MBA wrote ...

Fantastic work

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Friday, Aug 7 at 10:00 PM Tony Vavas wrote ...

Great job! We need more Kevins in the world.

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Friday, Aug 7 at 6:11 PM Ginelle Mills wrote ...

What a great story about a guy who is a person of passion and commitment. Kevin continues to succeed because he is dedicated to achievement. Potential is unlimited for him and those who pull together!

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Friday, Aug 7 at 5:11 PM Marilyn Stannett wrote ...

Thanks for sharing this inspiring story about a change agent with the ability to harness the power of social media, networking, good people and fantastic results. Congrats to all in their role in making this happen & making us aware. Thank you.

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Friday, Aug 7 at 2:34 PM Joe Pascal wrote ...

Kevin, good job! An example of how, with the right attitude important things can and are accomplished. Attitude always trumps aptitude! No slight intended. Joe Pascal, Wilmington, NC

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Friday, Aug 7 at 1:52 PM j rubin wrote ...

truly an inspiration! an example of no one person too small to make a difference or a venue too outrageous to make a difference. an example of taking advantage of modern technology to do good. my hope is that every single person that reads this story pays it forward! thank you kevin!

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Friday, Aug 7 at 1:44 PM Rowel Lirag (Destin, FL) wrote ...

You are amazing, tireless, and an inspiration! Keep it up man! @plumjava

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Thursday, Aug 6 at 1:16 AM hey kim wrote ...

Wonderful story about what ONE person can do to make a BIG difference! I saw the same thing happen whe Veronica De La Cruz turned to twitter to try to get help for her brother Eric who needed a heart transplant. I was one of a few who saw her tweet, passed it on, and made a HUGE difference. Eric has sadly passe, but those who fought for his life on TWITTER fight on, so that others may have a better chance for life. Kevin keep using twitter to help causes you believe in! www.twitter.com/heykim

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Thursday, Aug 6 at 12:31 AM Char Ramos Kramer Los Angeles wrote ...

How wonderful was that knowing that you may have played apart in bringing our American journalists home. Nice Job.

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Wednesday, Aug 5 at 9:22 PM Lou Rossi wrote ...

Fantastic job Kevin, I always knew good things would come of the tireless effort you have given toward this and many of the other projects you're working on. Congratulations from Lou and Rosa Rossi

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Wednesday, Aug 5 at 7:53 PM Kathy Partak wrote ...

Wonderful story about a GREAT GUY! Kevin, it's an honor knowing you!

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