The Realtime Report

APRIL 16, 2014

Yet back in 2010 (a simpler time for both sites, pre-IPO’s), both sites were generally untapped when it came to ad revenue and mass appeal for small businesses. We have to take into consideration, however, that Mark Zuckerberg never intended Facebook to represent some sort of immaculate business model. Image via Flickr.

Twitter 187

Twitter Small Business Facebook Cause marketing 187

Webbiquity SMM

JANUARY 19, 2016

Social media use isn’t quite universal—but it’s getting close. population now has at least one social networking profile; more than half use two or more social networks. The number of worldwide social media users is projected to grow from 2.1 But social media marketing spending will rise anyway.

Social Media 100

Social Media Marketing Survey Metrics 100

Small Business Mavericks

JULY 12, 2013

Whether you are a CEO, a small business owner, or a freelancer, your online reputation could use a boost. Specifically, Google+ increased search listings for personal brands by 10% between January 2012 and May 2013 – but only for tech writers. Google+ is more than just a social networking tool.

Google 98

Google Brands Reputation Small Business 98

Writtent Blog

JULY 10, 2013

Cultural shifts can eat a weak marketing strategy for lunch, which is why it’s crucial for small businesses to immerse themselves in the realities of mobile, and adapt to the change. Revenue from mobile content will reach $40 billion in 2012, and $65 billion by 2016. Worldwide, mobile traffic doubled between 2012 and 2013.

Statistics 108

Statistics Mobile comScore Marketing 108

Kikolani

MARCH 29, 2013

Social Media / Social Networking. The Definitive Guide to Online Reputation Management – In this guide, I’m going to explain the role of online reputation management in today’s business and media landscape. Here are clips from some of the best funny and cute animals in 2012! Check out these 5 reasons why.

Mashup 122

Mashup Resources FeedBlitz RSS 122

Kikolani

JANUARY 20, 2012

Business / Career. 6 Branding Approaches They Forgot to Teach You in Business School – Study the following six companies and the branding lessons they learned as they overcame the obstacles in their markets. Social Media / Social Networking. Social Media / Social Networking.

Mashup 120

Mashup Resources Tumblr Widget 120

Kikolani

OCTOBER 29, 2012

Often the most popular bloggers are also the most influential on social media sites. This is mainly because the more valuable your article is, the more likely users are to share it with their social networks. Keep track of all your social mentions with this nifty social media tool. Why you should use it?

Blogger 159

Blogger Social Media Tools Disqus 159

Kikolani

DECEMBER 23, 2011

The Entrepreneur’s Handbook: 101 Resources for First Time Entrepreneurs – 101 resources that will help you learn more about entrepreneurship, startups, small business, and much more. 50 Posts on Engagement for Bloggers, Businesses, and Social Media Enthusiasts – Ready to start increasing your engagement in 2012?

Mashup 119

Mashup Resources Remix Handbook 119

Kikolani

MAY 26, 2011

Ad hunting – how to find additional advertisers and business opportunities for your blog or website. What makes a small business more likely to succeed – what you’ll need to get your business going in the right direction. Social Media / Social Networking. Search Engines / SEO.

Mashup 134

Mashup Resources Posterous Affiliate marketing 134

Absolute PA

JUNE 15, 2013

And, just to make it really clear that Twitter is holding its ground as a social media contender, I’m calling in the statisticians… It was the fastest growing social network last year, adding 40% more active users in the last 6 months of 2012. (US It Sets Your Inner Social Butterfly Free. Of course not.

Twitter 106

Twitter Tweetdeck Social Networking Blogger 106

Absolute PA

AUGUST 25, 2012

Except it’s inside the biggest and most popular social network in the world (Facebook is well on it’s way to reaching 1 billion active users by the end of 2012. They get to know you, like you and when that happens it leads to more business and opportunities for you too.

Facebook 67

Facebook Small Business Conference Features 67

Laurel Papworth

FEBRUARY 13, 2012

February 2012 SOCIAL MEDIA EVALUATION Special Offer is $1800. Must be ordered and paid for by March 24 2012. . Why do a Social Media Evaluation? A small business that wants to maximise the limited resources available, whether money or time or staff. Must be ordered and paid for by March 24 2012. .

Social Media 60

Social Media Content management systems Newsletter Communities 60

Webbiquity SMM

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

These are the leaders in the information and communications technology sector who truly “get” social media and social business. We’re proud to acknowledge these 50 women from 41 different organizations as the top #Nifty50 women of technology on Twitter for 2012. Stacey Acevero. Cindy Bates. Cindy_Bates.

Twitter 257

Twitter Bazaarvoice B2B Microsoft 257

The Realtime Report

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

Nearly 90% of small businesses are spending time networking online, according to a new study by small business forum Manta. Out of 600 small business owners nationwide, 74% believe social networking platforms are as important as in-person networking – if not more so.

Small Business 189

Small Business Survey Social Networking Forums 189

The Way of the Web

DECEMBER 24, 2011

2012 The Year of 3D Printing? If anything, the coverage of 3D printing has only gained pace since I wrote this, and there have been several more developments with funding, new businesses based around the technology, and growing consumer awareness. Klout and Peerindex: Social network loyalty cards.

Klout 33

Klout Embedding Loyalty Vimeo 33

Buffer Social

JUNE 30, 2017

But if we can learn anything from Ellen’s selfie and #NuggsForCarter, it’s that social media is meant to be a fun and sprightly place for people to share stories, connect, and be themselves. The Ice Bucket Challenge can help to act as a guide or blueprint for achieving viral success via social media.

Social Media 111

Social Media MySpace Hashtag News 111

ProBlogger

DECEMBER 29, 2013

This post “9 Steps To Take When You Loathe Your Own Blog” first appeared in May 2012. One day, a post about bus stop ads, the next day, how to set-up PDFs to open at screen height, and another day, musings on a new social network. Ryan Barton is a small business marketing, social media, and design consultant.

Small Business 49

Small Business Avatar Publishing Exercises 49

Webbiquity SMM

JANUARY 15, 2013

As noted in 21 (of the) Best Facebook Guides, Tools and Rants of 2012 So Far a few months back, Facebook remains the 800-pound gorilla of the social networking world. It’s now exceeded one billion users, and as noted below, 80% of all businesses maintain an active Facebook presence. Facebook Tips and Guides.

Facebook 192

Facebook Small Business Advertising Hubspot 192

Laurel Papworth

APRIL 22, 2012

Jan 27, 2012). I also had a link for a 16% rise in small business loans at credit unions due to Bank Transfer Day- which I can’t find now. here are Reuters talking about Bank Transfer Day being accountable for 11% of bank moves: More than 600,000 U.S. Charlie Kroll … the founder and CEO of Andera Inc.,

Banking 85

Banking Statistics Communities Exercises 85

Webbiquity SMM

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Find the answers to these questions and many others here in more than 20 of the best Facebook guides, tactics, observations, tools, stats and rants of 2012 thus far. A fantastic infographic illustrating the history of Facebook feature changes from 2006 through the beginning of 2012. Facebook Guides, Tips & Techniques.

Tools 177

Tools Facebook MySpace Hubspot 177

Webbiquity SMM

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

So, is Pinterest worthwhile for business marketing? And if Pinterest is worth the effort of getting to know the ins and outs of yet another social network, what are the best practices for using it? Does it really help with SEO? How To Get The Most Out Of Pinterest by Search Engine People.

B2B 190

B2B Marketing SEO Construction 190

yMarketingMatters

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

Google+ is now the second largest social network at just over 50% , with Facebook still dominating at 70%. But no other social network has Google’s web assets leverage. Read more on how important Google+ is for Your Business and how it has a major impact on search engine results for your biz.

Social Media 279

Social Media Mobile YouTube Social Networking 279

Laurel Papworth

JUNE 11, 2012

Did you know that Google has changed their SEO (search engine optimisation algorithm) to make sure that your Business Page on Google Plus rules over everything else? And more interestingly, Google Plus is set to reach 400 million members during 2012. And more interestingly, Google Plus is set to reach 400 million members during 2012.

Foursquare 91

Foursquare Training Google Social Media 91

Kikolani

OCTOBER 19, 2012

Business / Career. 7 Targeted Social Networks Niche Marketers Should Try – Not sure what kinds of niche social networks have popped up on the web? Here are 7 of some of the more targeted social networks to open your eyes to what’s out there. Social Media / Social Networking.

Mashup 117

Mashup Resources SEO Foursquare 117

Webbiquity SMM

JANUARY 30, 2014

Which social network was fastest to reach 10 million users, and now has 70 million members worldwide? Which social network saw its membership outside the U.S. Which social network hosts 69 of the Interbrand Top 100 Brands, and grabs more ecommerce traffic than Facebook? grow 125% in 2013? Users will spend 4.5

Marketing 191

Marketing Crowdsourcing Social Networking Hubspot 191

Pam Moore

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

Would you like to tap into a social network that can help you generate leads, sell more product or services and deliver you more blog or website traffic than Twitter? Did you know… When Pinterest launched in 2012 it surpassed 10 million users faster than any other stand-alone social network in history.

Smart Phone 60

Smart Phone Social Networking Statistics Training 60

Kikolani

SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

In case you’re curious why I don’t write as many posts here, it’s because I’ve been busy elsewhere. Little-Known Google Marketing Resources You Should Consider Using – Are you aware of all the marketing power tools Google can provide for your online business? Social Media / Social Networking.

Marketing 126

Marketing Paid Search Mashup Forums 126

Kikolani

APRIL 20, 2012

The Pros & Cons of Twitter Advertising for Small Business – Learn the pros and cons of using paid Twitter ads as a small business marketer. Link Building: Anchor Text Optimisation Best Practices in 2012 – Anchor text is not just a simple signal from each and every link. Freelancing.

Mashup 113

Mashup Resources RSS SEO 113

yMarketingMatters

FEBRUARY 28, 2016

Note that these tactics apply across the board for both large and small businesses , in both B2C AND B2B , as all people are “consumers”; this is now P2P, People-2-People marketing! Consumers Are Social. 65% of American adults now use social networking sites – a nearly tenfold jump in the past decade. (

Social Media 100

Social Media Marketing Mobile B2B 100

Kikolani

AUGUST 3, 2012

23 Seldom Revealed Truths about Network Marketing – Looking for some real truths about network marketing? Social Media / Social Networking. Social Media / Social Networking. Including examples, tips from (small business) page admins. Tired of the hype and the half truths?

Mashup 113

Mashup Resources Remix RSS 113

Techipedia: Tamar Weinberg

JANUARY 5, 2012

Sign up right now at a totally reduced cost for 2012 for a limited time. Small Business SEO: 46 Experts on the Biggest Mistakes SMBs Make with SEO (and How to Avoid Them) : What have small businesses done wrong in the ways of SEO? Want the trends, news, and findings too? This is the newest data since 2009.

Marketing 264

Marketing SEO Case Study Small Business 264

Kikolani

JUNE 29, 2012

Business / Career. 30 Free Ways To Market Your Small Business Site – There are at least 30 ways to market your website with a time investment and no credit card required. 10 Tips for Creating a Power Network – My business is not on steroid growth because I’m a genius or have a secret formula of success.

Mashup 115

Mashup Resources eBook RSS 115

ProBlogger

JULY 22, 2014

The combination of SEO and social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Google+, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Pinterest can be overwhelming for big as well as small business marketers. Consider the below mentioned social network growth statistics: YouTube hosts nearly 14 billion videos. Source: Statistics Brain.

Engineering 55

Engineering Social Media Foursquare StumbleUpon 55

Webbiquity SMM

AUGUST 18, 2012

While prospective buyers are using search and social to research products and services before making purchase decisions, marketers and PR professionals can use those same tools to research buyer wants and needs. And…even social media itself. Wondering which social network is most effective at generating b2b leads?

Statistics 204

Statistics Social Media B2B Marketing 204

Convince & Convert

MARCH 3, 2010

An Enormous Opportunity The huge (and expanding) reach of social media, and its relatively low cost (at least from a production fees perspective) makes it an incredibly attractive proposition for marketers. Forrester Research shows that from 2009-2014, U.S. Agencies, are there any other services you provide likely to grow 34% each year?

Social Media 121

Social Media Strategy CoTweet CoTweet 121

Webbiquity SMM

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

What role does social play in a brand’s overall online visibility? How does social media use differ in B2B vs. B2C companies? Between large and small businesses? are now active on at least one social network, up from 67% in 2012 and just 8% in 2005. Social Media Today ). MediaPost ).

Statistics 226

Statistics Social Media B2B Journal 226

Webbiquity SMM

AUGUST 18, 2012

While prospective buyers are using search and social to research products and services before making purchase decisions, marketers and PR professionals can use those same tools to research buyer wants and needs. And…even social media itself. Wondering which social network is most effective at generating b2b leads?

Statistics 198

Statistics Social Media B2B Marketing 198