It looks like we are going full circle with advertisements. TV gave us ads mid-program and the internet provided uninterrupted entertainment. Now, however, Facebook is about to try a nostalgic business tactic by testing “mid-roll” ads on Facebook Live. The social media giant is trying to find a way to incorporate advertisements during live broadcasts […]
Read MoreWhat The Presidential Election Can Teach Us About Social Media
8Aug
You may not have noticed if you’ve been in outer space for the past two years, but it’s time for the Presidential Election again. Everyone knows who the two major candidates are and what they stand for. By the time November hits, most of us will be able to recite the many commercials by heart. […]
Read MoreInstagram Stories: Snapchat Clone Or Effective Marketing Tool?
7Aug
They say imitation is the sheerest form of flattery, right? Well, Snapchat, prepare to get flattered. Instagram released a new feature to its popular mobile app called Instagram Stories. If that name sounds familiar to you, it’s because Snapchat released a feature called Stories not too long ago. Both of these tools do almost precisely […]
Read MoreGo For The Gold! How The Olympics Affect Your Social Media
6Aug
If you can believe it, it’s time for the 2016 Olympics! Yesterday, the opening ceremonies commenced, and the whole world watched with their flag of choice waving in their hands. These flags were also waving on Twitter thanks to a new development the social media giant implemented especially for the games. You can see the […]
Read MoreYes, Even YOU Need Social Media Marketing
4Aug
Have you ever said, “Yes, I know about social media, but it’s not really for my business.”? What about “We just don’t see the point in that stuff.”? We’ve heard it all before and guess what? Social media is for everyone. Professionals from a wide variety of industries are benefiting from using social media marketing […]
Read MoreWhy Reddit Is About To Make Marketers Smile
3Aug
From its inception, Reddit seemed to be the exception to many social media rules. Yes, you talked to people, but not people you knew in real life. You could like (or upvote) content, but you could also downvote it to internet oblivion. As popular as it is, Reddit always seemed to be an alternative to […]
Read MoreThe Best Ways To Level Up Your Social Media Marketing
2Aug
To this day, Facebook, Twitter, and the other social media platforms proudly proclaim that they are a free service. This business model is both a groundbreaking and troublesome tactic for companies trying to promote. Users can log into their profiles worry-free and see what their friends, family, and favorite brands are up to. While individuals […]
Read MoreWhy You Need To Be A Social Media First Responder
2Aug
It may not be a surprise to anyone that the world is getting faster. Too bad we still only have 24 hours to complete everything. Social media is no exception to this acceleration as we see articles drop down to the bottom of news feeds faster than a falling brick. If you want to […]
Read MoreDon’t Wait To Make Your Social Media Marketing Plan
2Aug
The world of social media is not the place to be unprepared. Yes, the time may come when you have to publish a post on the fly as a situation unfolds, but for the most part, you should have a solid strategy at your content’s core. Planning is what separates success stories and failures when […]
Read MoreWhy Your Social Media Content Is Flopping
2Aug
Is social media an artform? We would certainly like to think so. Sure, we may not be dealing with paint or pottery, but it is a very creative industry. Whether you agree with that statement or not, it undoubtedly shares the subjectivity of the art world and like paintings, music, and sculptures, there will […]
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