The Realtime Report

APRIL 11, 2019

Does Organic or Paid Social Media Work Better for Small Businesses? Over 70% small businesses use social media , meaning most recognize the value of social media as a channel for customer engagement. Or does relying on authentic and organic engagement have the most impact?

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Ignite Social Media

JULY 6, 2023

In today’s digital age, personal branding on social media is more important than ever for thought leaders and executives. If you’ve been tasked with developing a social media presence for your executives, we’ve summarized 12 key points to consider as you get started.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

But in a landscape where consumers and professionals alike are skeptical with top companies reneging on their previous commitment, how can brands celebrate Black History Month authentically? Cassandra Blackburn , the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Sprout Social points to several reasons. You care about Black creators.

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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. For one thing, it seems employees like it. Only 12% disagree.

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Ignite Social Media

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

In this case, we are talking specifically about social media strategies and trends for brands. Let’s dive in and see what our experts here at Ignite Social Media have to say: 1. The industry disrupter us social media experts can’t stop talking about. Separating Organic & Paid Media Strategies.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

There are few sure bets when it comes to organic reach on social media. And yet, social advocacy examples continue to be the exception. Social advocacy empowers employees to amplify your brand message in a way that’s consistent with your business’s voice and tone. It piques interest.

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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

JANUARY 22, 2024

But something about 2024 makes me think it stands poised to redefine the social media landscape and the creator economy.  So, in this article, join me in exploring five themes for social media in 2024 through the lens of industry experts, unraveling their predictions and the reasons behind them.

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Bill Hartzer

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The survey, conducted under the theme ‘My Lifestyle,’ unveils a concerning trend, with 74% of young Arabs admitting to struggling to disconnect from social media. Moreover, 61% acknowledge that social media addiction has a negative impact on their mental health.

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Webbiquity SMM

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Now that social media has become such a key part of our lives, social media platforms (as well as purpose-built professional networking platforms like Kinetic ) may be the best places for networking. Different social media platforms lend themselves to different social experiences.

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Convince & Convert

DECEMBER 15, 2023

User behavior is changing, and studies show that around 31% of consumers use social media channels to find answers to their queries. If you’re growing your business and footprint online, this is the best time to understand social media SEO. What is social media SEO? Take a look at his headline: 2.

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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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Ignite Social Media

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

It can be difficult to evaluate the success of your social media marketing initiatives when social media is just one of the many marketing tactics you oversee. Empowering yourself with the right questions can help you understand if you have the right team managing your social media marketing. Glad you asked.

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Pam Moore

JANUARY 14, 2019

” To understand this, let's first dig into the definition of authenticity and transparency. Authenticity. authentic — adj. not false or copied; genuine; real: an authentic antique. Transparency is how much you share and authenticity is the truth of your words and actions. Transparency. transparency — adj.

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Pam Moore

JUNE 8, 2017

” To understand this, let's first dig into the definition of authenticity and transparency. Authenticity. authentic — adj. not false or copied; genuine; real: an authentic antique. Transparency is how much you share and authenticity is the truth of your words and actions. Transparency. transparency — adj.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 21, 2018

Around one third of the world is on some form of social media. With social media on the forefront of many people’s minds, it has naturally also come to weigh on the minds of marketers. The combination of these two developments has resulted in what is know as “authentic advocacy.” Tip #2: Utilize Social Media.

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Oktopost

JANUARY 10, 2022

Jennifer Gutman, Director of Social Strategy goes Behind the Post to break down common social media misconceptions . Can you actually measure the ROI of social media? Can you hire a millennial to run your social and be successful? Jennifer Gutman is Oktopost’s Director of Social Strategy.

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Hootsuite

JANUARY 18, 2024

It’s time to take your first steps into social media marketing. billion people are social media users. Worldwide, social users spend almost two and a half hours on social platforms each day. Find more eye-popping stats about social media here !) Your mind is ready. Your body is ready.

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Direct Marketing Observations

JANUARY 12, 2018

I don’t know a marketer out there that would say that influence in social media is not a commodity, if you know how to leverage it. I do however, know a lot of marketers out there, who struggle with determining and identifying influence in social media and because of that, can not leverage it; and that’s NOT a commodity!

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Ignite Social Media

JANUARY 19, 2021

While we have stepped into the new year of 2021, there is one trend that will not be going away anytime soon: social media live events. Live videos provide a way for an authentic connection to your target audience, and they are especially imperative with the world still battling COVID-19 and as a result, holding fewer in-person events.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

It’s a good time to take stock of your social media marketing strategies to assess what’s working and where you have room to improve. There is a lot of chatter about emerging social media sites, and where brands should make investments in 2019. So how is a social media marketer to decide?

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Keyhole.co

MARCH 24, 2024

In this exponential success, social media played a significant role. But how did they hit the marketing bullseye with their social handles? Analysis of Airbnb social media accounts Airbnb’s target market includes regular travelers with a budget crunch, families looking for unique experiences, and business travelers.

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Look, it isn’t essential to be funny on social media—but my goodness, it helps. Humour is a hugely powerful currency on social, but beyond likes and engagement, how does cracking a joke on social media actually impact your bottom line? Hear me out: Authentic humour drives real results.

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 18, 2023

While there’s no denying the value and power of social listening, a tool this impactful can make it feel intimidating to get started. In this article, we’ll take you through 6+ social media listening examples and the strategies real brands use to inspire you to get more from listening.

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Ignite Social Media

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In today’s digital world, your social media strategy lives and dies by captivating visual content. We’re sharing four stellar examples (and a bonus) any brand can learn from to spark your social content creation. The lively atmosphere with music adds personality that feels authentic to the Slack brand.

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Oktopost

JANUARY 26, 2022

But when it comes to building an authentic employer branding strategy, it can be challenging to align the expectations of what new and existing talent want with what a brand can realistically offer. Holding back nothing, Gabriela focuses on how organizations can do recruitment marketing authentically.

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Oktopost

JULY 6, 2022

Host Jennifer Gutman and her guests are a mixture of renowned marketing and sales leaders from B2B marketing organizations around the globe. Each episode shines a light on the inner workings of B2B leadership– including what keeps successful CEOs, CMOs, VPs, and social media teams up at night, professionally.

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Oktopost

DECEMBER 19, 2022

There’s no denying that social media has become an important part of a B2B marketing strategy. However, no business can reap the benefits of social media if it’s not able to protect its accounts from hackers. Quick Links: 6 Common Social Media Security Risks. Unattended Social Media Accounts.

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Ignite Social Media

APRIL 15, 2024

Full disclosure : Big Lots is an Ignite Social Media client and we work together on the influencer program. For 2024, Big Lots has taken their influencer strategy to the next level by organizing their program around key product sets and seasonally relevant moments. Watch the video below.

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Hootsuite

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Whether you’re B2B or B2C, your customers want to engage with humans on social media. 56% of customers want more relatable, personable content from brands on social, but 48% of brands are still posting self-promotional content multiple times a week. Easy: be active on social media. Not for execs on social media.

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Ignite Social Media

JULY 5, 2023

In today’s digital landscape, creating a social media presence for executives can be a powerful tool to shape a company’s brand, build credibility, and engage with a broader audience. How to Develop An Executive’s Social Media Presence There is a lot to consider when creating a social media presence for executives.

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Oktopost

JANUARY 25, 2024

Social media is not just about creating a buzz; it can be a powerful tool for strategically influencing your customers at every stage of the sales funnel. While many businesses recognize the importance of maintaining a social media presence, the full potential of these platforms in driving B2B revenue often goes overlooked.

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Oktopost

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Milena Farber, Social Media Marketing Manager goes Behind the Post to talk about the challenges social media managers face when transitioning into a new role. Taking over a company’s social accounts can be intimidating for new and even experienced social media managers. Episode Summary.

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Hootsuite

MAY 1, 2023

Are you looking to create a more efficient social media workflow? Social media managers have a tough gig, often juggling multiple accounts , managing complex campaigns, and collaborating with stakeholders. Let’s take a look at the top 7 tips to create an effective social media workflow.

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agora pulse

MAY 8, 2019

This study revealed what many marketers had suspected for a long time: Facebook’s organic reach was declining. In effect, your organic reach on Facebook got severely restricted. Here are 7 effective ways to wade through Facebook’s declining organic reach. This applies to your website content as well as your social media posts.

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Ignite Social Media

APRIL 27, 2020

With each unprecedented day passing, social media apps have quickly become the frontlines for many to source out news, seek entertainment, and stay connected with their loved ones. We have recapped some of the April social media trends we saw and how they have adapted to our world’s ongoing situation.

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Oktopost

AUGUST 3, 2022

Colin Day, Managing Director of EMEA and APAC at Oktopost, tackles the topic of social media governance and how B2B organizations can manage social media risk with confidence to grow and increase revenue. How do you define social media governance? Want to hear more from renowned B2B marketing leaders?

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