Gamification can be defined as the use of gameplay mechanics for non-game applications in order to make them more fun and engaging. This practice can be applied in virtually any industry and any medium and will create fun, engaging experiences that convert users to players. OK, that’s still a bit vague. According to the Gamification Wiki, gamification is the infusion of game design techniques, game mechanics and game style into anything.

The Internet is a very commonly used way to offer exposure and market things in our day and age. It has opened a whole new category of possibilities for content marketing. One of the mysteries that have yet to be explained by researchers is how content goes viral. It’s every blogger’s dream for their post to be shared thousands, even millions of times. But how does one achieve that?

I’ve chosen to bring an infographic to your attention today because I’m positive that most of you, like myself, will recognize themselves in it. It’s made by our friends from Psychologydegree.net and it speaks about our addiction to social media …

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