Harp Interactive

MARCH 31, 2010

There is no magic pill with one-tool-measure-all functionality yet and measurement is not esoteric like it would be, for say a PPC campaign, but social media experts can assemble a more or less effective group of measurement tools that best fits the business goals. SocialToo : Creates social surveys and manage Twitter Follower.

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Analytics Social Media Trendrr Digg 350

Buzz Marketing for Technology

JULY 28, 2010

Those already predisposed to buying our products and create a level of service and differentiation for them that is commensurate with their buying habits? This is something I am working on for FY11 and will be more than just a social network for our best customers. Stay tuned as I begin to launch this for next year.

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Webbiquity SMM

JUNE 7, 2010

One of the challenges in measuring the ROI of social media marketing is that the use of social networking and social sharing tools isn’t confined to the marketing group. Social media is being used in multiple functions across the enterprise, from product development (e.g. Share this on del.icio.us.

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Social Media Crowdsourcing Technorati StumbleUpon 160

Buzz Marketing for Technology

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

Trust is not a new thing in the world of sales either – its a fact that people enjoy buying from people that they trust and in B2B Marketing part of our job is to shorten the time spent building trust so sales can have an easier time and focus on selling. Social Media changes that and elevates Trust to the individual level.

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B2B ROI Communities Marketing 178

SocMed Sean

FEBRUARY 28, 2012

If I just spout out statements like “Facebook announces that it’s going to buy Twitter” or “Apple is discontinuing the iPad 1 due to iOS 5 crashes”, I might generate a bunch of SEO traffic and boost my readership, but what value did I actually provide to my readers by publishing unsupported facts?

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Idaconcpts

DECEMBER 27, 2010

The Palo Alto-based social networking giant is a privately held company, and its shares are not listed on the NASDAQ or the New York Stock Exchange alongside Google, Microsoft, Sun Microsystems, or any of the other publicly traded Silicon Valley behemoths – at least for now. Unsurprisingly. Share this on Facebook. Tweet This!

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Laurel Papworth

SEPTEMBER 21, 2010

When it comes to social media and the influencer who wins – those you know but aren’t experts or those you don’t know who are? Digg has changed it’s social networking strategy from spotlighting key influencers who “digg&# a lot of articles to collect followers (crowd gatherers) to news from your friends.

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Saying It Social

FEBRUARY 8, 2010

Share this: StumbleUpon Digg Reddit February 8, 2010 - Posted by akstout18 | Uncategorized | Facebook , facebook home page , facebook home page update , facebook news feed , facebook update One blogger likes this post 8 Comments » [.] Are You Seeing ALL of Your Facebook Friends', Groups' and Pages … [.]

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SocMed Sean

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

In fact, I kinda failed which is what prompted me to write down my tips for taking a vacation from social media, both for myself and anyone else that might benefit. So, here we go: 1) Turn off the email sync to your phone – If you’re like me, you get bombarded with emails from different social networks.

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Firebelly

JUNE 15, 2010

Buy a frosty and Wendys will donate 50 cents to the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. Video URL: [link] ] Chad Richards is the Social Program Manager at Firebelly Marketing. Theyll donate an additional 50 cents every time you help spread the word about Fathers Day Frosty Weekend on Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare or FrostyCard.com.

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Foursquare Twitter Paid Search Facebook 107

Convince & Convert

JULY 20, 2012

Digg died this week, basically, I guess Digg died several weeks ago but like it officially died this week. I would say they sold or they got sold or they’re no longer Digg as we know it or as we knew it, but yes, I guess you could also say they’re dead. Digg, it’s more of like the demise of Digg.

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Buzz Marketing for Technology

DECEMBER 8, 2010

After 9 years of Search Engine Marketing – I think it is safe to say any keyword you are going to buy is maxed out when it comes to the Google AdWords auction process. And as more people find out about this gem of an advertising experience CPC and CPM prices will continue to march upward – I have already begun to see this in my own ad buys!

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B2B Marketing Mobile CPM 279

Saying It Social

JUNE 3, 2010

Share this: StumbleUpon Digg Reddit June 3, 2010 - Posted by akstout18 | Facebook , Social Media Marketing , Social Networking | Facebook , facebook account settings , facebook personal profile , facebook privacy settings One blogger likes this post 11 Comments » [.] Auto seals | June 5, 2010 | Reply [.]

Privacy 121

Privacy Facebook How To StumbleUpon 121

Webbiquity SMM

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

LinkedIn is firmly ensconced among the “big 3″ social networks for marketing and business purposes, and though its base of 80 million members is far smaller than the 600 million users of Facebook, its impact in B2B marketing is larger. So how can you get the most out of this business-oriented social network?

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LinkedIn Tips B2B Findability 189

Firebelly

NOVEMBER 30, 2009

Digitalia | Indianapolis Social Media Marketing « Social Networking Meets Game Consoles | Main | Social Media Marketing Checklist from SES Chicago » November 30, 2009 Cyber Monday Is Here! Buy electronics now. Wait to buy clothing. What is Cyber Monday ?

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Retail Paid Search SMS Syndication 100

Saying It Social

MAY 26, 2010

Share this: StumbleUpon Digg Reddit May 26, 2010 - Posted by akstout18 | Uncategorized | small business , small business resources , national small business week , small business week DC , small business week event , youtube search stories 4 Comments » [.] Happy National Small Business Week « Saying It Social – Online … [.]

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Firebelly

MARCH 23, 2010

Chad Richards is the Social Program Manager at Firebelly Marketing. Have you experimented with discounts and promotions on your Facebook page?

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Adam Sherk

DECEMBER 17, 2009

When it comes to interactive media buys it looks like Google and the other search engines still offer marketers the best opportunities online. Real-time Blogroll (via Google Reader) About.com Founder Scott Kurnit Launches Huge New Startup Called "AdKeeper" New Digg Buttons Released - Upgrade Now!

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Social Media Marketing Press Release Survey 123

Techipedia: Tamar Weinberg

FEBRUARY 1, 2008

Here’s a screenshot of a story that became popular with a whopping 235 Diggs. It was taken the night of January 28, 2008 (approximately 11PM EST): While Digg typically allowed stories to hit the front page within 80-120 votes (the latter being more rare than normal), it’s now requiring almost double the number.

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Firebelly

MARCH 16, 2010

Find him on Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn Posted | Permalink Reblog (0) | | Digg This | Save to del.icio.us | TrackBack TrackBack URL for this entry: [link] Listed below are links to weblogs that reference Firebelly Marketings Upcoming Speaking Engagements : Comments Verify your Comment Previewing your Comment Posted by: | This is only a preview.

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Techipedia: Tamar Weinberg

DECEMBER 15, 2010

Make people feel like they’re a part of something bigger than some back-and-forth chit-chat on their favorite social network. I just suggested that you emphasize sales more in your social media plan. It might happen after solving a customer’s problem because of a social network complaint, for example.

Social Media 249

Social Media Strategy How To Foursquare 249

Firebelly

MARCH 19, 2010

Digitalia | Indianapolis Social Media Marketing « Facebook Fans Mean Business (And Are More Likely to Buy) | Main | Hook A Facebook Fan Up: Theyre Looking For Discounts » March 19, 2010 Social Media Marketing Madness [Cartoon] It has been uber busy in the Firebelly office this week.

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Firebelly

JULY 22, 2010

I loved that this woman felt empowered by her online network! I followed closely behind - buying my tires at another store a mile down the road. Chad Richards is the Social Program Manager at Firebelly Marketing. She turned and walked out the door.

Social Media 188

Social Media Paid Search SMS Syndication 188

Firebelly

JANUARY 7, 2010

Many companies now include Facebook and/or Twitter URLs in their ads, but Temper-Pedics latest Ask Me commercial is the first one that I have seen that tells people to ask their friends on Facebook and Twitter about their product before making a decision to buy. Thats a bold and brave move in my opinion.

Syndication 124

Syndication Paid Search SMS Social Bookmarking 124

Laurel Papworth

OCTOBER 1, 2011

Social networks were widely used by gangs to co-ordinate the riots across the country. JPMorganChase buys NYPD for $4.6M. Why Traditional Media Ignores or Reviles Social Media. Digg started censoring discussions on a legal issue and found themselves at war with millions of members. See The Hole That Digg Dug.

Journal 111

Journal Flash Mob Communities Digg 111

Firebelly

MARCH 5, 2010

Women Use Social Mobile More Than Men By Tiphereth Gloria Nielsen posted these mobile social stats from December 2009 about the gender differences when accessing social networks via mobile devices. The Oscar buy is also about leveraging the investment on Facebook and Twitter. Where do you start? points from 22.5

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Feed Reader Marketing Social Capital Paid Search 100

Firebelly

FEBRUARY 12, 2010

Social Media Marketing Best Practices By Debra Aho Williamson eMarketer forecasts that social network ad spending will reach $2.5 Mobile social networks will reach 223 million people around the world. billion worldwide in 2010 and $1.3 billion in the US. Have a great weekend everyone!

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Bill Hartzer

MARCH 8, 2010

I had an interesting conversation over the weekend with Marvin, who called me to discuss Network Marketing. Somehow we had become connected through Facebook or another social networking website and he thought that since we were tagged as being friends online he believed that that gave him permission to call me and try to sell me something.

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Engineering Domain Name Marketing How To 140

Techipedia: Tamar Weinberg

JULY 15, 2009

If you’re looking at buying a product or utilizing a service, chances are you’re looking for the sentiment about that product or service as well. That’s why social media is important. When should I use Digg ? I hope that doesn’t detract you from buying the book! What is the benefit of delicious ?

Communities 170

Communities Marketing MySpace Yahoo 170

Kikolani

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

Moms, on the other hand, aren’t hanging around Digg or Linkedin. There are countless places to be social online, but there’s no sense in selling your craft projects to teenagers on Tumblr or Professionals on LinkedIn. 8 Ways Businesses Should Use Social Media. 11 Controversial Ways to Become a Social Media Authority.

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Trends Social Media Tumblr Campaign 142

Firebelly

JANUARY 29, 2010

After Facebook’s failed attempt to buy Twitter, Facebook has embarked on a policy of “If you cant buy them, destroy them” and has slowly but surely copied the features offered by Twitter. However, we believe that one of the major reasons for this decline is Facebook’s gradual Twitterfication. Have a great weekend everyone!

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Techipedia: Tamar Weinberg

DECEMBER 31, 2009

There have also been doctors that have used social networking tools, like Twitter, during surgery. You can have a create a network or a group bookmarking account so that anyone can add new bookmarks, tags to existing, and add comments. It also allows you to share your bookmarks on other social networking sites.

Crowdsourcing 192

Crowdsourcing scribd Ustream Social Media 192

Techipedia: Tamar Weinberg

MAY 12, 2010

Here are three examples of brands that appear to be taking this message to heart: Fandango.com Best-known as a portal for buying movie tickets online, the site is actually quite diverse in terms of its content offerings. Calling attention to social profiles? Still not sure how to take action on this rule of thumb?

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Smart Phone Mobile Social Media SEO 218

Firebelly

JANUARY 27, 2010

In my Social Search: Tempur-Pedic "Ask Me" Commercial post a few weeks back I shared Tempur-Pedics commercial in which they suggest viewers ask their friends on Facebook and Twitter what they think of their mattresses before buying. Now another commercial has caught my eye. This one is from Dentyne.

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Techipedia: Tamar Weinberg

MAY 18, 2010

Where are the people most likely to buy your products and services? Establishing a social media strategy will help you see where potential customers are hanging out. As Seen In… Social Media Backtype Brightkite Business Exchange DailyBooth del.icio.us

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Social Media Strategy StumbleUpon Digg 269

Firebelly

OCTOBER 28, 2009

And believe me, no one buys that you're thinner since yesterday. Duncan Alney   Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Naymz  |  Blip.fm  |  Social Media Marketing Oh yeah, and I'm dedicating this song by an American icon to you. But really you've hardly changed since yesterday.

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Techipedia: Tamar Weinberg

APRIL 10, 2008

Founded by four ex-Googlers, FriendFeed allows you to subscribe to your friends’ updates across 35 social networks and to stay up to date with the content they’re discovering and sharing across the web. In social media spheres, it’s almost unavoidable to not engage online with content in some way.

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