If you have your own business, it is highly likely that you have recognized the importance of websites, blogs and social media. You may not actually sell anything online, but you know that not having a website that presents you to the world is out of the question. Then, we learn fast that using social media is also a smart activity, a way to introduce our business to local and nationwide markets. And, just when you think you are starting to get the picture, the picture changes. 

Facebook has become a subject to observe when it comes to the business world. What an amazing example of how to start something at your desk with your computer and your expertise. No matter what is said or written negatively about this social networking empire, Facebook certainly shows us the potential that exists for business regardless of the state of the economy. Originally set up for college students to socialize through, now Facebook touts over 800 million users, including many who probably graduated from college in the 1960’s and even before. Even though MySpace was around for the general internet population before, and Twitter and Google + present some competition, Facebook definitely leads the pack.

 Acquiring what is needed and wanted 

It is estimated that by the end of 2011, Facebook will have taken part in 20 acquisitions this year alone, a figure that is double what they did in 2010. When they don’t have the expertise in house, they find companies that already have something developed and make a deal that cannot be refused. Often the companies that are acquired fade away, but the expertise becomes part of the Facebook team. What an interesting way to hire very skilled people. Their most recent choice was Gowalla, a social networking system that allows users to check into different locations. Gowalla will still be around, but the management behind it will now be blended with Facebook’s staff. This acquisition is just an example of many this year, each one providing Facebook with more useable tools in every area from messaging to software designs to travel recommendations. If someone out there knows how to do it best, and it has the potential to enhance this social networking giant, Facebook will most likely figure out a way to tap into the source. 

What can you acquire? 

Okay, take a look at this concept. You are getting started with you own business, sitting at your desk and your computer like Mark Zuckerberg, himself. Use him as an example; learn to find outside talent along with how to delegate. Blend other management with your management team (you). Global Business Centers should be the first place you stop. You can obtain everything from a Beverly Hills address and executive suite to a live receptionist and mailroom. Consider your acquisition to be one of their reasonably price packages.  Did you know your total earnings this year would only need to be a miniscule .0025% of what Facebook’s projected 2011 earnings are for you to make $50,000? You just need to take advantage of expert resources by adding skilled professionals to your team. How’s that for an acquisition!