Convince & Convert

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Every week listeners get to hear directly about what is working, what is failing, and how different brands are adapting to the ever-changing nature of social media. Set your marketing team up for success by trusting them to make the right judgment calls on when and what to post on company channels. What else is important to them?

Brands 147

Brands Marketing Real Estate Collaboration 147

Keyhole.co

MARCH 24, 2024

By blending collaborative consumption with experiential tourism and replacing impersonal hotel stays with a sense of community. million listings and a community of reliable hosts around the world ready to welcome guests with open arms. The company also recorded a whopping $2.2 But today, Airbnb boasts 7.7

Communities 59

Communities Social Media Strategy UGC 59

Social Media Strategies Summit

JANUARY 5, 2022

Instagram provides a huge opportunity for small businesses to reach new audiences and establish their brand online. However, simply having a presence on the platform isn’t enough anymore. Instagram is one of the fastest-growing social media platforms, with an estimated 1.3 Here are some examples: To nurture an online community.

Small Business 202

Small Business Instagram Platform How To 202

Mindjumpers

NOVEMBER 21, 2012

The following post is part of the Mindjumpers Network series and written by Brand Care Manager, Marlene Friis. Being a global brand wanting to practice local community management, might seem like quite an unmanageable challenge. It is about matching the brand with the candidate that is considered the most suitable one of all.

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Communities Brands Activities Platform 236

Social Media Strategies Summit

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

To reach their goal, LeBas and his team realized Super Soul Sunday had to become a multiplatform brand. Specifically, would women of color be interested in a dedicated social community? They are comfortable with branded content. To solve for this need, OWN recently launched The Know: An OWN Community. Source: Magna.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

JUNE 8, 2023

Brands have many reasons to move away from the social media giant Facebook. But despite all of these reasons to move away from Facebook, there is no denying the platform’s continued influence. But the challenge for brands remains: how can you stand out on a platform that prioritizes content from friends and family?

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Brands Facebook Influencer Campaign 130

Sprout Social

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Influencer marketing has long been a staple for business-to-consumer (B2C) brands looking to cultivate more authentic connections with their audience. It’s time for B2B brands to embrace the power of influencers. However, influencer marketing is not only viable for B2B brands; it can play a crucial role in B2B social media strategies.

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B2B Influencer Brands Marketing 116

Webbiquity SMM

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Nearly three-quarters of companies plan to maintain or grow their content marketing teams over the next year. And lead gen campaigns on Facebook and Instagram are 10X more expensive than brand awareness advertising. LinkedIn is, of course, the top social media platform for B2B marketers. Budgets are growing.

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Research Report Social Media CPM 257

Social Media Strategies Summit

MARCH 11, 2021

Just look how global interest in the audio-based social platform has rocketed since the start of December, to a point where it’s caught up with Snapchat, one of the world’s biggest and best-known social platforms: Should we believe the hype? 6 Ways Brands Can Start Using Clubhouse. What Exactly Is Clubhouse?

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Buffer Social

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

When I was building a social media audience for an e-commerce company I ran a few years ago, the go-to options for monetizing that audience never appealed to me. It felt like advertising or brand sponsorships would water down the content. But more importantly, putting yourself on a pedestal isn’t what community is about.

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Communities Social Media Tips Education 97

Ignite Social Media

MARCH 4, 2021

Although still an invitation-only platform, Clubhouse’s newfound success has everybody talking about the app. If you’re wondering if your brand should be developing a presence, here’s what you need to know about the network’s functionality as well as possible opportunities and challenges you may face.

Brands 180

Brands Hosting Conversation Platform 180

Webbiquity SMM

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Social media managers create innovative, high-quality content to engage followers and grow their company’s social media presence. Additionally, knowing what types of designs are eye-catching can help you create branded images or logos that build awareness and represent your company in a memorable way.

Social Media Management 227

Social Media Management Skills Social Media Metrics 227

Pixlee

APRIL 6, 2020

Customer interactions with brands are becoming increasingly digital, and CPG brands are at the forefront of this digital transformation. As competition is picking up, brands are battling it out to create a unique identity as well as remain successful with their community. Why do businesses need to build a brand community?

Communities 56

Communities Brands Reputation Authentication 56

Ignite Social Media

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Brands know by now that their presence on social media is more important than ever — 2022 proves that fact. It’s essential for brands to stay on top of the ever-evolving trends to get an edge over their competitors. . Bang Energy Drink was flying high on social media until copyright lawsuits brought down the entire company.

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Social Media Brands Fair Use Marketing 161

Social Media Strategies Summit

APRIL 8, 2021

What’s more, its parent company also owns three of the other four platforms to appear in the top five, including Facebook, WhatsApp, and Facebook Messenger. The viral video platform burst out of nowhere to become one of the hottest properties in social media marketing, and it’s having a marked impact on Instagram. Image source.

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Instagram Brands Real Estate Remix 233

The Realtime Report

APRIL 30, 2024

Why Shopify Stands Out: Key Features That Make Shopify Ideal for eCommerce Shopify, a leading eCommerce platform, is a preferred choice for businesses seeking to establish or expand their online presence. A Platform Tailored for eCommerce Shopify stands apart from other platforms due to its exclusive focus on eCommerce.

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Features Startup SEO Resources 91

Convince & Convert

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Just when we thought we, as social media strategists and community managers, could rest up from the twists and turns of the last 18 months, the holiday season is upon us. . Daily jobs can consist of wading through endless hateful comments , especially on platforms like Twitter which is full of a polarized political scene.

Communities 177

Communities FAQ Training HootSuite 177

Sprout Social

APRIL 4, 2023

When a brand is able to create positive buzz around their brand by just mentioning a product enhancement or product drop, you know they have a great marketing strategy behind them. But how are some brands, like Apple, able to attract new customers and elevate their positioning in the market with a simple announcement?

Brands 126

Brands ROI UGC Authentication 126

Sprout Social

MAY 11, 2023

Operating on social media without brand safety tools is like browsing the internet without malware protection. Brand safety has traditionally been relegated to just protecting brands from advertising on or near inappropriate content online. What are brand safety tools?

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Reputation Tools Brands How To 129

Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

In marketing, brand awareness is a significant focus—in fact, it’s likely one of your main goals. In this article, learn how to build your own customer marketing strategy, how it creates customer trust and see some stellar customer marketing examples from brands who are getting it right. This is where customer marketing comes in.

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Strategy Brands Content UGC 121

Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

This was a time when we saw global brands from Sephora to Yelp release social responsibility statements and pledges to commit more resources to diversity, equity and inclusion in all areas of their business. In 2023, brands continue to be held accountable by their customers—but the bar is higher. That’s always who Issa Rae has been.

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Collaboration Brands Press Release Communities 96

Buffer Social

JUNE 18, 2018

. “We love coffee, but we love community and people more.” ” This Foster Coffee Company credo isn’t just a brand statement. We spoke to co-founder Nicholas Pidek and marketing associate, Justin Ozanich, about how social media has helped them grow their community and business.

Communities 95

Communities Company Social Media Case Study 95

The Realtime Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

to Strengthen your Brand. TikTok has gained popularity among various audiences and is becoming one of the most trending platforms globally. You need to have a presence in TikTok if you want to boost your brand’s sales. It would be best to incorporate several tips when using TikTok to strengthen your brand.

Brands 91

Brands How To Hashtag Influencer 91

Visually SM

AUGUST 19, 2020

A big part of succeeding in Digital Marketing is finding out the right channels to promote your brand. But with so many social media platforms out there, how can your company make such a big decision? By the end of this article, you will be able to understand: Why does a brand need a social media presence? Are you ready?

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Social Media Brands Reddit Platform 130

Social Media Strategies Summit

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

With its ability to get in front of a wide array of consumers, social media may be the darling of retail and B2C brands, but it is increasingly difficult for ANY business to ignore the power of social media marketing. PRIORITY PLATFORM: Facebook and Instagram Advertising. PRIORITY PLATFORM: Twitter. Source: Hubspot Facebook.

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B2B Social Media Brands Hubspot 150

Webbiquity SMM

JANUARY 24, 2023

Image credit: Merakist on Unsplash The last year in social media saw consumer preferences shift, new technologies emerge, and certain social platforms flourish. In 2023, TikTok will likely remain the benefactor of other platforms’ shortcomings. TikTok continues to gain traction even as concerns grow about it being Chinese spyware.

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Advertising Social Media Strategy Authentication 238

Sprout Social

MARCH 14, 2022

Every year, marketing and brand teams gather together to plan out their content calendars and campaigns. Depending on the type of industry they’re in or the demographics of their customers, some brands may place more emphasis on specific cultural moments than others. Many brands are already leading the way. Ben & Jerry’s.

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Campaign Brands Communities Industry 110

Oktopost

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Now an essential tool for all marketing efforts, it has changed how brands reach their customers, build awareness, and foster connections with their audiences. From paid advertising to social selling and analytics, the value you can extract from social platforms is endless. Social media has revolutionized B2B marketing.

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B2B Trends Social Media UGC 117

Sprout Social

JANUARY 19, 2023

According to a Sprout survey of 300 marketers responsible for their brands social media strategy, 64% cite data, privacy and brand safety as concerns within the metaverse. And with metaverse investments surpassing $120 billion dollars in early 2022—more than double the investment in 2021—brands can’t afford to avoid resolution.

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Brands Avatar How To Privacy 116

Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

All it takes is one click to kickstart a relationship between a consumer and your brand. In this article, we’ll explore: What social shopping is and why it’s huge for brands. Social platforms mimic the in-person experience of browsing in physical malls and stores with techniques like group buying, messaging and interactive content.

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Platform Tips Buy Instagram 106

Sprout Social

JANUARY 29, 2024

In 2023, we saw new platforms enter the scene and shake ups in platform preferences that changed the face of the industry, while other tried and true networks held consumer attention. We are seeing platforms like TikTok lean into accessible commerce and thrive. Retailers go all-in on Instagram and TikTok.

Social Media 110

Social Media Strategy Exercises Retail 110

Hootsuite

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

That growth, combined with 40% of Gen Z searching social platforms for info instead of Google, makes Reddit a unique opportunity for brands. But Reddit isn’t the best place for every company. Users create posts in topic-based communities — called subreddits — and interact in comment threads. What is Reddit?

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Reddit Brands Meme Forums 100

Likeable

AUGUST 9, 2021

As the creator economy on social media continues to grow (in both size and importance), almost every mainstream social platform has found itself competing in a monetization arms race of sorts. So, to make it easy, we figured we’d list out every way you can make money on different social media platforms—all in one blog post.

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Platform Tumblr Badge YouTube 113

The Realtime Report

JULY 19, 2022

Mini-Podcasting On The Rise: Introducing Jam – New Creator Platform to Deliver “Bite-Sized Audio” via Daily Texts. Jam Heads to Comic-Con to Offer First Look at Platform and Grow Creator Community. Introducing Jam , a new creator platform to share and listen to bite-sized audio. That’s what Jam is all about.”.

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Platform SMS Trends Curation 91

Oktopost

JUNE 19, 2020

The social executive community isn’t a complete wasteland; outside of the Fortune 500 bubble, 80% of CEO s around the world, are adopting a social presence. However, there’s still untapped potential for chief executives to bolster their companies’ social media marketing by getting personally involved. Humanizing the Company.

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Company B2B Loyalty Survey 124

Buffer Social

JANUARY 22, 2024

  As we dive into this new era fueled by changing consumer behavior, the influence of AI, and the shifting of how platforms function, certain key trends emerge, painting a picture of a different digital world. The line between professional networking and creative expression blurs daily as more new creators emerge on the platform. 

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Social Media Authentication LinkedIn B2B 101

Ignite Social Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Parler is a twitter-style social media platform that was launched by John Matze and Jared Thomson in 2018. Similar to other social platforms in appearance and function, Parler is built around a newsfeed. Moreover, Parler provides a yellow badge that says “verified influencer” to public figures, influencers, or brands.

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Social Media Brands Badge Guidelines 172