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How to Get Verified on Twitter (If I can do it, you can too!)

Buffer Social

You can apply to be Twitter verified and receive a blue checkmark badge next to your name. It does provide a bit of an ego boost and celebrity moment to see the blue badge, but here’s the real kicker: There are significant business/brand advantages to being Twitter verified. Government. Journalism. and other key interest areas.

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Why Critics of Klout Are Missing the Big Picture

Convince & Convert

Other than signing book deals, the favorite sport of the social media punditry these days seems to be bashing Klout. The pugilists are plentiful, and appear to be trying to win a merit badge for dismissiveness. I am part of a very, very loose advisory group for Klout, for which I am not compensated in any way.

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Why Isn’t Anyone Talking About Live Video Anymore? The Current State of Live

Buffer Social

Video game streaming alone has become a major attraction with the rise of e-sports, and beyond video games there are creators and influencers who have amassed giant viewership numbers for their streams. This group has a huge range: from teenage YouTuber stars to marketing personalities to rising politicians.

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Social Media Marketing Guide: Facebook

Little Web Giants

Verified accounts have a blue badge with a tick next to the name. In the past few years the organic reach of pages has declined , meaning pages must pay more to continue to reach their fans (even for non-profits and community groups). A group can share content, conduct polls and allows for free interchange between its members.

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Social Media Marketing Guide: Facebook

Little Web Giants

Verified accounts have a blue badge with a tick next to the name. In the past few years the organic reach of pages has declined , meaning pages must pay more to continue to reach their fans (even for non-profits and community groups). A group can share content, conduct polls and allows for free interchange between its members.

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60+ Creative Marketing Ideas for Small Business

Writtent Blog

Sponsor a local sports team. If you win, you get a badge on your website and a lot more sales. Join groups on LinkedIn. LinkedIn has great groups – whether it’s cooking or B2B marketing – your audience is there. Books have more value than most other types of content and establish your expertise.

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What is the Clubhouse App? And is it Right for Your Business?

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When you first enter a room you’ll automatically be a listener, which means your mic isn’t on or available, and you won’t be able to contribute to the conversation unless you raise your hand (by tapping that icon in the bottom right) and a moderator (one of the folks with the green badge) invites you to the “stage.” Join a club, or start one.