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Are You Managing Your Brand Effectively?

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Brand management is not just a skill you should hone. Here are five ways to manage your brand more effectively–online and off line. In other words, what sets you apart from other brands within your industry or niche? In other words, what sets you apart from other brands within your industry or niche?

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How Consumers Use Social Networking Sites

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11% follow brands in hopes of receiving special offers. 15% follow or search for information on specific brands. So what industries are represented? Obviously, if you are in the clothing or fashion industry, then it looks good for you. 12% research travel offers or holiday destinations. Electrical goods = 39%.

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Are You A Social Media-Savvy Leader? You Should Be!

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The industries represented are diverse, and the company size varies from startup to Fortune 1000. This competitive edge is based on being part of the conversation about your brand and influencing perspective by being engaged and transparent. Size Does Not Matter. Business Leaders Take Note.

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Your Content Marketing Should Be Originalized

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In other words, there’s no need to build out a content calendar months in advance because sticking to it strictly won’t allow for you to address current events as they pop up in your business and industry. Big brands may get away with telling stories. Do you have a story to tell? Besides, what kind of story will you tell?

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5 Reasons to Invest in Social Media Promotion

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This is important if people are searching for your brand. By finding your social media accounts in the search engines, you ensure that people who are already aware of your brand are finding you. Branding – Of course, that requires that people get familiar with your brand.

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When Does Content Backfire?

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Content calendars are great ways to see the big picture of your planned content and make sure it integrates with your brand. The way that message is communicated is part of your brand, whether you planned it or not. Will a casual-slang type visit your sophisticated industry-jargon site and feel like you lied? Poor Planning.

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5 Key Components of Successful Web Design

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So here are 5 key components that your website should have no matter what niche or industry you are in. Branding Elements – Design is an obvious one. Not only should your website be attractive, but it should contain design elements that reflect your brand. The 5 Key Web Design Components.