On Twitter, FollowFridays have become a bit of a mess. For you non-tweeters, FollowFridays are how many of us suggest to our Twitter friends other people we follow. But as you’re limited to 140 characters, you don’t have much chance to explain why, and so it has turned into a little bit of a cluster fu…Well a big mess.
Anyway, Jen Harris, Boise’s social media genius pointed out that a blog is a great way to explain some of your suggestions in a more enlightening manner. Obviously, I can’t suggest all of my favorites in one blog post, but here are a few executives that I enjoy following: So here goes my #followfriday suggestions:
@JenHarris09 – I think Jen gets a #followfriday nod every time from someone, but hey, there’s a reason! Not only a great person, Jen has an exceptional knowledge of social media and how to best use it. Ping her to find out how she can help you or your team take advantage of this technology! (www.caffeinatedmarketing.com)
@MichaelHyatt – Michael is the CEO of Thomas James Publishing and arguably the most positive CEO I’ve encountered. His use of the social media space – specifically Twitter and blogging – is very powerful. He reminds me of Dan Stevens – former CEO of Home Federal Bank in Idaho and the greatest person I’ve ever had the opportunity to work for. Humility, knowledgeable, kind, the adjectives can go on but are best summed up by the simple word: Leader. (www.MichaelHyatt.com)
@hwy12 – Mark Solon is a partner in the Idaho venture capital group Highway 12 Ventures. Not only does he make me chuckle with smart ass remarks and snide comments, but he also shares some extremely valuable insights into leadership and entrepreneurism through both tweets and blogs. Plus, his company offers a unique (in my opinion) take on how they manage their CEOs and companies. (www.highway12ventures.com)
@schlanghole – Tony Schlangen of Wirestone provides an excellent example of how an ad agency executive makes his company successful. He is actively involved in the community, very supportive of his team, and – at least from what I see – seems to have created a very open culture within their agency. (www.wirestone.com)
@jamiecooper – Jamie runs my favorite Boise ad agency. I’ll be honest – I’m biased after having worked with Drake Cooper since coming to Boise. Jamie is very involved in the Boise community, active outdoors, and a dedicated family man. These factors, along with his positive attitude really seem to make Drake Cooper shine. Just check out their work! (www.drakecooper.com)
Finally, though I’ve certainly not made even a dent in all the exceptional friends and people I enjoy following on Twitter, @Idaho_Airships for my last #followfriday – Leo Geis has made an amazing name for himself in the aerial photography business. His clients include major corporations like Walt Disney, the NFL, and the Olympics! But even though he spends much of his time in the air, he is one of the most down to earth guys I’ve met. One tweet will be an awesome shot he’s taken, the next a hilarious jab at someone. (www.idahoairships.com)
Alright, that’s my list for this week. I know I’ve left off some amazing friends/executives, but hey, we’ve got a lot of Fridays left 
Until next time,
~T.S. Franklin
Thank you so much for the mention, very honored.
I think sometimes I blab too much, so thank you for making me feel like there is a purpose!
Cheers!
-jen
@jenharris09
I was thinking that exact same thing.
Yesterday, I was inundated with #FF from people who do not follow me, nor I follow them. The sludge at the bottom of the barrel have found a nice concept and sullied it.
I try to state why I #FF a person. Although yesterday was an exception. The three ppl I mentioned were with me, and witnessed the attacks in person, and it felt like too much to say in so few characters.
I like your idea of taking it further.
@mightysmith