In your opinion what is the future of social media marketing ( facebook ,twitter .. etc) and how many years will stand?

Social media is here to stay. With more people connected online than ever, the web is the new marketplace and as more and more companies, governments and institutions are realizing that their audience is not just listening, but also interacting with them and giving them valuable feedback in real time, it is only going to grow.

Listen Carefully. ... Remember That Response Time Matters. ... Be Human, Be Transparent, And Never Go Negative. ... Respond Publicly Before Moving to a Private Conversation. ... Know When to Engage - and When Not To.

I think social media is a best way of advertisements and publicity of any item or company.