Let’s try an exercise. Open up a new window and go to Facebook or Twitter. Write down a list of 10-15 popular brands. It can be Coca-Cola, Apple, Disney, Chevrolet, GAP, Shell, or even the US Government itself. Now, try and search for them on the platform. You found them, didn’t you? A mass majority […]
Read MoreGet S.M.A.R.T. about Social Media Marketing
17Oct
We all want to be smart right? Most of us already are in our own way. But are you S.M.A.R.T.? There’s a big difference, especially when it comes to social media marketing. Learn about the anagram businesses are teaching their employees and how it relates to your company’s online marketing. This anagram usually speaks about […]
Read MoreFalse Facts About Social Media Marketing
16Oct
If this presidential election has taught us anything, it’s that checking our facts is important. This is particularly the case for social media marketers. However, some people have a somewhat off-skewed perception of what social media marketing actually is. It’s time to do some myth-busting. Here are the top misconceptions people have about social media […]
Read MoreThe Best Lead Generation Strategies For Social Media
15Oct
Finding leads and referrals have always been both a goal and obstacle for business owners. For some, it’s the only way they can generate revenue for their company. Social media has become not only a new solution for marketing purposes, but it serves as a way to discover potential clients, customers, residents, or whoever keeps […]
Read More8 Top Tips For Powerful Social Media Writing
13Oct
What would Shakespeare or Hemmingway say about Twitter? What would Dickens’ or Tolkien’s opinions be about hashtags, likes, and character count? I think the literary greats would be amazing at writing for social media marketing, albeit with some heavy-duty training. Social media marketing requires creativity, but writers and marketers may have to rewire how they […]
Read MoreHow Small Business Owners Excel At Social Media
12Oct
The life of a small business owner is tough. Whether you’re trying to create a business empire from scratch or just trying to maintain the day-to-day, being in charge of a company is no joke. Who has time to bother with Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram? As tough as it can be to fit social media […]
Read MoreThe Best Brands Use This Content. Does Yours?
11Oct
Think of the various categories of your social media content as gadgets in your “social media utility belt”. Each one is unique but serves the ultimate purpose – brand engagement and increased brand awareness. But to get to those goals, you need to learn which tools work and which don’t. Diversity is absolutely essential for […]
Read MoreHow Online Marketers Can Hit The Bullseye
10Oct
It’s easy to miss the mark with social media marketing. Every now and again, your analytics may show low points in which your content just didn’t attract a crowd. Every marketer can appreciate the frustration when their efforts are fruitless. Online marketing, especially social media marketing, gives us a significant advantage to help us hit […]
Read MoreThe 20 Most Important Social Media Marketing Terms
9Oct
Like every industry, social media has exclusive terms. Unlike every industry, however, those not in involved should know them as well. That’s one of the things that makes social media different – it’s for everyone. For you to promote your business the right way on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, or other platforms, you should know the […]
Read MoreThe 20 Questions Your Social Media Marketers Should Be Asking
8Oct
Did you ever play the game 20 Questions? The goal is to figure out what the person you’re playing against is thinking of. The following 20 questions will help social media marketers learn what their brand’s marketing strategy is. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and the other platforms require a well-developed approach, and by asking yourself the […]
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