Sprout Social

AUGUST 3, 2023

In the span of 26 years, social media has transformed from a simple communication tool to a powerful marketing platform. And as a result, so has the role of social media managers. From content creation to community management, the responsibilities of social teams have expanded significantly.

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Ignite Social Media

JUNE 14, 2023

Finding it hard to compete with social algorithm changes using hashtags? Here are tips to make sure you can outsmart social media search and get in your audience’s feed. Given that, we need to think about in a search engine optimization (SEO) mindset as we create social content.

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Buffer Social

AUGUST 30, 2023

Both creators and marketers alike are tapping into the power of fostering communities — and with good reason. We asked both online community experts and community-building creators to share their expertise, so you can tap into this powerful approach. What is a community? So how do you do it? And is it worth it?

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Social Media Strategies Summit

MAY 25, 2021

Your ability to build an online community and share updates with your constituents on Facebook has never been stronger. You’ll want to review regularly to make sure to remove anyone who leaves the agency or isn’t responsible for social media anymore. Engage with your community by replying to their comments.

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Ignite Social Media

MARCH 18, 2024

million followers across major social platforms, Duke Men’s Basketball has the largest following of any college sports team – even bigger than Duke University itself. Their social media presence is truly in a league of its own. So how have they built such a commanding social media empire? With over 5.4

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Social Media Strategies Summit

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Having a CEO with an active presence on social media can be beneficial for the organization for several reasons. According to research from Brunswick Group , 63% agree they would prefer to work for a company where the CEO uses digital and social media. And for another, the business community seems to like it too.

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Pam Moore

MARCH 4, 2018

The truth is marketers have no guarantee their content will be seen on any medium, platform or social network, by anyone, let alone their target audience. Social Profit Factor Training Academy and Marketing Nutz Can Help! . Do you dream about your content showing up on top of the Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn News Feed?

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Jon Loomer

JANUARY 13, 2018

Social Media Examiner conducted a Facebook Live to discuss the news feed update that resulted in more than 5,000 shares, 400,000 views, and 1,000 comments. You’ve undoubtedly heard by now about the big Facebook news feed update that was announced recently. First, to summarize: 1. Person-to-person is prioritized. A ghost town?

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The results are telling: According to our Q4 2023 Sprout Pulse Survey, respondents believe the average social media manager is: white (65%), female (73%), 25-40 years old (55%), and a part-time employee or freelancer (40%). What is it about social media careers that makes them dominated by white women?

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Buffer Social

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Many social media platforms are rethinking the way they reward their top creators.    A blue tick or badge on social media used to mean you were someone to watch — whether that meant a creator with a growing following or a recognized public figure. LinkedIn, however, has gone the other way.

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yMarketingMatters

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

I have read nearly every blog and article out there, and attended Facebook discussions and webinars by so many experts in the industry from John Loomer , Josh Constine (Techrunch), Fortune , Mari Smith , to Mike Stelzner from Social Media Examiner , and many more. #Facebook News Feed Changes. Don't Panic. 2 Post less frequently.

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Hootsuite

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

There’s nothing more convincing than a friend’s endorsement — especially on social media. That’s why a social media advocacy program is the best way to show the benefits of your products instead of telling your customers why they should care. In short, an engaged community leads to better sales outcomes.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

We don’t have to tell you that social media is an industry that changes almost daily. At any given moment, there are new tools, platform updates, improved tracking, and several 2020 social media trends are emerging now that point to our industry being one of constant movement. Source: PEW Surveys conducted 2012-2019.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

In this piece, the team behind Figo’s social media presence shared their tips for maintaining a regular social cadence and translating results to larger company goals. Why social media consistency matters for brands Consistency on social media isn’t just nice to have: it’s a non-negotiable for long-term success.

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Pam Moore

MAY 30, 2018

Just when you thought you had your social media and digital marketing strategy and plan together, 2018 hit many marketers like a load of bricks with fast, unexpected changes. How do you win authentically in a way that you earn trust, draw people closer to you organically and not push them away with spammy tactics?

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Whether you’re in PR or a Social Media Manager, knowing how to navigate online interactions is important. Managing social media moderation is especially critical to plan ahead for as news becomes more continual and even more immediate. What is social media moderation? Enter social media moderation.

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Sprout Social

MAY 24, 2022

Ten-cent text messages, AIM chat rooms with your best friends and glittery MySpace pages with bulletin boards are just a few nostalgic elements from the early days of social media. Soon enough, features like direct messages and @-mentions arrived, changing the trajectory of social media forever. So what’s next?

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Pixlee

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Social media helps us connect with friends, family, and even strangers from halfway around the world. However, social media can also breed negativity, which can affect people’s mental health. For some people, affirmation on social media in the form of likes and comments can affect self-esteem.

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Buffer Social

JUNE 16, 2022

Social media plays a big role in how we exist on and offline. And with remote work on the rise, it’s more important than ever to understand how to use social media to connect with peers and mentors. How can social media impact your career?

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Keyhole.co

MARCH 26, 2024

With millions of online followers and a vocal, active, and thriving fanbase, LEGO is at the top of its social media game. Let’s see how LEGO’s social media strategy builds on its prominence in pop culture. Here are the mindblowing number of followers on LEGO’s main social media accounts. Instagram: 10.3

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Ignite Social Media

MAY 4, 2020

Social media stories, originally popularized by Snapchat, have seen significant growth and adoption across nearly all major social networks. A recent report from GlobalWebIndex found that Instagram and Facebook users are increasingly viewing and creating social media stories. Source: Statista.

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Later

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Looking for social media campaign ideas to take your marketing strategy to the next level? More than ever, brands are setting themselves apart on social media with creative campaigns — and seeing big results. 7 Social Media Campaign Ideas to Inspire Your Strategy in 2021: Knix ’s Community-building.

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Bill Hartzer

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Developed over two years by an experienced executive team, Hedgehog isn’t just another social network—it’s a sanctuary for real conversations and a genuine sense of community. At the foundational level are the “Viewers,” providing an entry point for users eager to consume news and engage with community posts.

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Oktopost

APRIL 14, 2022

It’s essential that your employer brand be rooted in a positive work culture, and you have the means of communicating those values and experiences to candidates. In this episode, Olivia Messina is breaking down how social media managers can build their employer brand in a meaningful and authentic way. Meet Olivia.

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Convince & Convert

APRIL 26, 2013

Brooks Thomas , Communications Specialist at Southwest , joins the Social Pros Podcast this week to discuss the progressive setup of the Southwest social media team, the widespread success of a long-running corporate blog, and keeping an authentic voice for a large brand. Building a Social Team. Holy Social!

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Sprout Social

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

When you think of brands on social media, which come to mind first? And great brand marketing on social is behind some of the most creative storytelling out there. From edgy social personas to posting fresh memes, storytelling takes many different forms. Their social presence has such a clear personality.

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Ignite Social Media

MAY 25, 2021

Another obvious but worth the mention callout is to follow Instagram’s Community Guidelines. Okay, now that the obvious is out of the way, let’s quickly run through a summary of the content do’s and don’ts when creating and uploading Reels according to the algorithm: Do’s: Share authentic content, particularly using the Reels camera.

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Later

JANUARY 28, 2021

From crafting engaging content, to building scalable businesses, and inspiring social reform, there are countless Black creatives changing the game in every industry. As a business or brand, supporting Black creators on social media is key for amplifying underrepresented voices. 1: Jayde I. View this post on Instagram.

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Buffer Social

JANUARY 23, 2024

After a record-breaking start, Threads is fast proving that it was no fly-by-night fad but a force to be reckoned with among the other social media giants.   The platform bears a striking resemblance to X, but fans are quick to point out the community-building focus. OK, I’m going to call it: Threads is here to stay.

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Hootsuite

OCTOBER 25, 2021

There are many reasons to use social media to promote your business. But the tl;dr of all of them is: people are on social media. Research shows that interaction — even briefly — with your brand on social media leads to increased brand awareness and loyalty , and influences purchasing behavior. Guess what?

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Buffer Social

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Their strength is in their community. They’ve identified a powerful marketing channel to help these women bring their visions to life: digital community. Read on for a behind-the-scenes look at how IFundWomen integrates their marketing and community building to foster inclusive digital spaces. It’s a great tactic!

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Later

JANUARY 27, 2021

We want people to feel emotionally connected to our brand, so we leverage our community and our artists to tell their stories,” explains Director of Brand Marketing and Communications, Toni Shelton. With Linkin.bio by Later , you can turn your feed into a clickable, shoppable landing page — making it easier to sell on Instagram.

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Sprout Social

JUNE 17, 2020

Marketers need to take note of this if they want to plan on developing their video marketing strategy on social media. Luckily for us, there are many ways that video can be used in social media marketing. Follow our 7-step guide to creating a successful social media video marketing strategy. Landscape feed.

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 20, 2022

This is your sign to create a “meet the team” social media post series to highlight employees who play a crucial role in shaping your brand—from your culture to your content to your finished products. A post shared by Sprout Social (@sproutsocial). What is a “meet the team” social media post?

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Hootsuite

APRIL 22, 2020

Today, we can count on social media livestreams to give us that what’s-going-to-happen-next magic on a more intimate scale. Armed with a smartphone and a social media account, anyone can be the director of their own live spectacular. Social media live streaming is dynamic, authentic and engaging.

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Ignite Social Media

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Instead of worrying about jumping in on all the latest trends, we recommend that your brand get on TikTok to focus on making content that authentically fits your brand. If you make consistently authentic content, your audience will find you. Instead, focus on your authentic brand voice and what your brand brings to the table.

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Firebelly

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Many brands have had to learn the hard way that during a national disaster or tragedy, it is often best to step away from social media. In a recent interview, Cole said he uses his personal social media accounts in such a manner because, in his eyes, he is “creating intelligent, thoughtful dialogue on important social issues.”.

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