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DECEMBER 31, 2009

scan or click the QR code to see the packages we offer Is Social Media a Fad? by admin on December 31, 2009 Social Media has revolutionized the world of marketing. On January 7, 2009, Zuckerberg posted on the Facebook blog that Facebook had reached 150 million users. You decide!

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MAY 6, 2011

Starting with a seemingly innocent Tweet around 4PM EST and escalating through Sunday night and throughout the rest of the week, every news source on the planet has by now covered the influence that social media has had on this major news story. Remember, social media is “Real Time PR.” Probably not.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2011

Do you have a social media policy in place for your business? A press release from Grant Thornton LLP finds that “executives of public and private companies see social media as a growing set of marketing tools, but have not yet developed the necessary compliance and risk policies and procedures.”

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JANUARY 13, 2010

scan or click the QR code to see the packages we offer Caroline Melberg speaks on social media by admin on January 13, 2010 Caroline Melberg of Small Business Mavericks and collaborator on the Social Media Incubator ™ speaks on social media for the Terry Craig Show !

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APRIL 21, 2011

scan or click the QR code to see the packages we offer Social Media is a Helpful Tool – But NOT Behind the Wheel! by admin on April 21, 2011 Social media is an incredibly convenient communication vehicle and a powerful business tool as well. Public Relations and Small Business Mavericks C.E.L.

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

More and more customers are reaching out to connect with companies via social media. As a result of this, virtually any company who deals with customers should have some kind of presence on social media. Now is the time to define ‘presence’ on social media. Take Facebook for instance.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2012

A recent USA Today article claims that “Small businesses use social media to grow”and quotes Smashburger ’s Jeremy Morgan, Senior VP of marketing and consumer insights as saying, “Social media is an opportunity for us to engage with consumers and have a conversation, which is different than paid media, when you’re just shouting through a bullhorn.”.

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AUGUST 16, 2012

Have you been forced to deal with an unfortunate social media disaster? So what do you do if you come across a major social media emergency? Whether you’re posting on behalf of your clients or your own company, every business needs a social media policy. Do you have a social media policy in place?

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MAY 4, 2011

Social Media Strategist Caroline Melberg spells out the steps to take when you need to change your Facebook identity: So let’s say Jane Doe is an administrator of the “Pretend Company&# page on Facebook. Public Relations Small Business Mavericks Loading Quotes. Tagged as: admin facebook , branding , C.E.L.

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JULY 7, 2011

Did you hear about the Blogger shut-down in May that left thousands of businesses without their blogs for several days? That’s not good news; after all, what are bloggers to do without access to their blogs? BlogTrafficExchange considers WordPress to be the best available blogging platform. What’s the difference between the two?

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APRIL 28, 2011

scan or click the QR code to see the packages we offer Top Tips for Putting LinkedIn to Work by admin on April 28, 2011 We were honored to present yesterday to the Greater Wayzata Area Chamber of Commerce audience about Social Media for business. Public Relations Small Business Mavericks Loading Quotes. Share your stories with us!

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FEBRUARY 17, 2012

A recent USA Today article claims that “Small businesses use social media to grow”and quotes Smashburger ’s Jeremy Morgan, Senior VP of marketing and consumer insights as saying, “Social media is an opportunity for us to engage with consumers and have a conversation, which is different than paid media, when you’re just shouting through a bullhorn.”.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

Empire Avenue is a combination of game and social networking, calling itself the “social stock market.” Have fun as you explore these sites, but be sure to keep your social media strategy in mind as you do so! How do these sites stack up against Referral Key?

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MAY 10, 2011

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NOVEMBER 23, 2009

scan or click the QR code to see the packages we offer FTC passes new rules and regulations on social media by admin on November 23, 2009 The world wide web has been a buzz with the newly passed rules regarding social media and full disclosure on blogs and other online marketing avenues.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2009

scan or click the QR code to see the packages we offer True Social Media ROI is All About Integration by admin on November 16, 2009 Not long ago, a client came and asked if we could “help her business go viral” by launching social media for her company. Public Relations Small Business Mavericks Loading Quotes.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2009

scan or click the QR code to see the packages we offer Do You Fear Internet Marketing & Social Media by admin on September 1, 2009 Social media is getting as hot as a high-efficiency furnace, blowing steady streams of information everywhere. Start a blog. Start small with a few entries and work your way up.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2010

This is another reason why having a presence on social media is so critical. Learn from Coach’s virtual situation and put your brand’s social media to work for you ! If you are a business owner, make sure to start building your community now before you need it and it’s too late!”

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JULY 25, 2011

Are you utilizing social media as a tool for two-way communication between you and your clients? Yes, it can be difficult to admit the faults of your business and/or products, but bankruptcy is even more difficult. Domino’s did what they had to do in order to change the opinions of their target market.

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AUGUST 22, 2011

Many people suggest that social media is not measurable – we’d beg to differ. The old saying, “you can’t manage what you can’t measure” has never been more true than in social media. Measuring Social Media ROI for Retail (or Business-to-Consumer Sales). Find the ROI in your social media efforts.

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JULY 23, 2013

Here are three ways you can become an expert in your niche while generating a lot of leads and sales for your business: Become a blogger – You may be sick and tired of hearing about blogging, but you have knowledge and expertise. Your blog is the perfect place to freely share your knowledge with your potential clients.

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JULY 18, 2013

Thirdly, stay active in social media and produce quality content on your social media sites. Associate those social media accounts with your Google+ identity and your website and/or blog as your main hub. Today, you’ve got to be diligent to protect your online identity and online reputation.

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OCTOBER 22, 2014

It is a place where a business or brand is highlighted and shares their photos, events, blogs, news, etc. Facebook Online marketing Online Reputation Management Public Relations Social Media Social Media Education Social Media for Business Social Media Tips Facebook for business Facebook Pages'

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AUGUST 7, 2013

This feature will give businesses the chance to share their posts, or other posts relevant to their company, on their websites and blogs. Stay tuned to SMI for a detailed look into how to embed social media onto your site and improve your online marketing. Features of Facebook Embedding.

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MARCH 27, 2014

Photo via Twitter Blog. Twitter has continued it’s growth and sharing features in today’s social media world. On March 26, Twitter announced they were rolling out two new features in order to make Twitter pictures more social. Tag your friends. Any platform can view Tweets that contain multiple photos.

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MARCH 6, 2014

That has now changed as the site will no longer charge licensing fees for anyone using their images on a Facebook page or blog, for example. Blogging Tips Facebook In the Media Online marketing Photo Sharing Social Media copyright infringement free image use free images getty images online image use'

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OCTOBER 10, 2013

Whether that means you display it on a conference room TV, on a blog or in a Facebook post. Apps Mobile Apps Mobile Marketing Online marketing Photo Sharing Social Media Strategic Social Media' You may ask yourself, how can Flickr benefit a business marketing strategy?

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NOVEMBER 25, 2013

Social media is not an “if” anymore, but a “when” and a “how.”. Social media is not a substitute for building relationships. A blog is still the one indispensable online marketing tool that will get you more search engine exposure than almost any other tool. Consistency and relevancy are key to your success.

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APRIL 19, 2011

I was speaking with a potential client not long ago, and he expressed the idea that he couldn’t be a social authority, because there were other businesses owners in his industry who had been around longer than his business had, and so he felt that he didn’t quite “qualify&# to be considered an “authority&# on his subject.

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AUGUST 19, 2013

Business branding pages – Most social networking sites that allow you to set up a business branding page allow you to brand your business page consistent with your business website. Event apps – Facebook, Google+, and other social media websites have Events apps where you can promote your events.

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MARCH 28, 2013

Social media – Facebook, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn. Pick the social media sites that will work for you and develop relationships with people in your local area. Your local blog – Make your blog a valuable local resource. Build a website and get people to opt in to your e-mail list.

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JUNE 13, 2011

This had our Marketing Maverick and Social Media Strategist, Caroline Melberg , thinking recently about how similar fishing and marketing really are. “ If you want to catch more fish, you’ve got to fish where the fish are! ’ This is where social media comes into play.

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JANUARY 15, 2010

All I can say is the power of social media still amazes me! Now that’s a far reach! Have you had a similar story – where on facebook status or video went viral? Share your stories with us! All Rights Reserved www.thesocialmediaincubator.com.

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JUNE 10, 2011

Including video within your content on your blog or your website can help you show up higher in the search engine results, and helps keep your visitors engaged on your website for longer periods of time. This is a question we hear a lot as we talk with clients, and with good reason.

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MAY 28, 2014

With the recent advances in social media, many consumers now demand an interactive experience with their favorite brands and companies. In some circumstances, it might be wholly permissible to refer to a company or a product or service in a review, blog post, or status posting.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Any site that includes PostData, such as WordPress blogs , will be searched by Google. Social Media Strategist Caroline Melberg puts it best when she says that “you shouldn’t post something online that you wouldn’t be willing to have printed on the front page of The New York Times.”

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NOVEMBER 2, 2011

Social Media Strategist Caroline Melberg said, “Just think of the marketing dollars that will need to be associated with educating people to use the TLD instead of.com, which is still the holy grail.”. Your company would have to fork over a $185,000 application fee.

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