The biggest news of the decade is the impact that social networks have had on business. Because they’re free and immensely popular, social media has become an unexpected boon for businesses. Even my local bank has a Facebook page. A sleeping giant on the social media scene is a powerful resource called Ecademy. You would think that with a name like this, the site would only offer training. But Ecademy is much more.

Let’s start with the basics. Social networks allow people to meet and socialize in specific groups, much like they would in a community or neighborhood. Traditionally, networking has been carried out in person, especially in a work setting, or through professional and educational groups. These days, networking has moved online. The Internet is frequented by millions of people who want to connect with other Internet users, develop relationships, conduct business, and form think tanks.

When it comes to social media, there is no doubt that there are some places that dominate the market. Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn certainly come to mind. But there are hundreds of these networks, many of them specifically designed to promote your business. Taking advantage of sites like Ecademy.com can give your business a distinctive edge.

Ecademy has been online since 1998. This business networking site has 12 million contacts with more than 300,000 unique users per month. The people who use Ecademy are mostly professionals who earn a good income. This certainly has the mark of success for any online marketer looking to promote their business online effectively. In addition to meeting people, Ecademy offers the standard networking fare, which includes clubs, events, and business training. As a thriving community, Ecademy is for you if you want to share knowledge, network, and make referrals with other small businesses, entrepreneurs, and home-based workers.

What I like about Ecademy is that its user base is significant, but still small enough to have a community feel. The offer is also solid. The site is easy to use. The links are easy to find and the registration process is a piece of cake to navigate. Ecademy also offers 3 levels of service: Free, Power Networker, and Black Star. The free membership is solid enough to get any serious promoter started.

For those who want to boost their promotional efforts online, Ecademy also offers an effective advertising program. Partners get business advice and support, learning tools, business networking benefits, and vendor selection.

I encountered a problem while using the site. I found the relationship between my personal profile and my company page a bit difficult to understand at first. When I updated my business profile, it wasn’t clear that I had actually left my personal profile. However, once I got used to its navigation tools, it was pretty easy to figure out and figure out where I was.

All in all, Ecademy gets “Vote of Confidence” from eCommerce Gal.