Sprout Social

JANUARY 24, 2024

Our Q3 2023 Pulse Survey revealed 81% of US-based social marketers consider influencer marketing an essential part of their social media strategy. In this article, we explain which influencer marketing metrics you should focus on to prove a return on investment and show an impact on your overall social and business goals.

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Ignite Social Media

AUGUST 31, 2021

2020 also made a significant impact on the state of social media , evolving trends, and what the world deems important in life and from brands. Here’s a look at a few of the social media trends of 2021 that top organizations are capitalizing on this year: . Cause Marketing Continues to be a Top Social Media Trend.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

In the midst of 4th quarter marketing campaigns and the race to end 2018 with a bang, marketers should also start looking ahead to the new year. It’s a good time to take stock of your social media marketing strategies to assess what’s working and where you have room to improve. So how is a social media marketer to decide?

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Buffer Social

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Social media is still a relatively new field, having risen to prominence in the past two decades. All three now work at a senior level at companies known for their top-notch social media strategies. On the hunt for guidance about how to build a career as a social media executive, I interviewed all three.

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Hootsuite

APRIL 12, 2021

An employee engagement social media strategy doesn’t have to be complicated. Simply involve employees in your social strategy to keep them more engaged at work while extending your social reach. Getting employees involved in social media allows you to reach your market through the voices they are most likely to trust.

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Oktopost

AUGUST 10, 2023

This is where the strategic utilization of social media comes into play. While some businesses still put social media in the categories of brand awareness or community management exclusively, research claims that 75% of B2B buyers use social media to make buying decisions.

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Webbiquity SMM

JANUARY 23, 2024

Retaining your existing consumer base is also, as noted above, much more cost-effective than concentrating entirely on expensive marketing campaigns in hopes of acquiring new customers. This post outlines 10 key steps in using social listening to satisfy and retain more customers. What do you need for better customer retention?

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Techipedia: Tamar Weinberg

APRIL 7, 2014

The exceptional growth and adaptation of social media networks represents an ideal opportunity to overcome one of the most challenging aspects of the clinical research industry. A new survey shows that the internet is edging out doctors as people’s primary source of information on clinical trials. Extended study periods.

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Freelance Social Media

JULY 9, 2009

Social Links Freelance Social Media Social Media Tips and Marketing Blog Home About Contact Subscribe Integrating Social Media in Email Marketing Campaigns by Meghan on July 9, 2009 Online marketers are increasingly seeing the benefits of integrating social media into their e-mail marketing campaigns, a recent study by StrongMail Systems Inc.

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Hootsuite

MARCH 2, 2022

Let’s talk about why it’s important to understand social media marketing for retail brands. Nearly three-quarters ( 74.8% ) of the world’s population over the age of 12 use social media. Those people are engaging with retail brands on social. For retail brands, social commerce opens up a new pathway to purchase.

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Oktopost

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Research your market The 2023 CMO Survey found that marketing budgets account for more than 10% of their organization’s total budget , and contribute to about 9% of their organization’s revenue. Furthermore, market research helps identify untapped opportunities, understand consumer needs, and tailor marketing campaigns for maximum impact.

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Keyhole.co

JANUARY 27, 2023

Social media is quickly becoming the go-to method medium for B2B marketers looking to promote their business. In fact, a study by the International Data Corporation found that 75% of B2B buyers use social media to make purchasing decisions. This makes it the ideal platform for B2B marketers on social media.

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SocMed Sean

JULY 9, 2018

Thanks to Sean for sharing his insights on the challenge of managing digital social media channels…even when you’re offline! One of the significant challenges of working with social media is that you cannot be continuously online. Also, social media influences users’ behavior in the real world by 7%.

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agora pulse

DECEMBER 13, 2018

For social media managers this time of year is less about decking the halls with boughs of holly and more about planning for 2019. The social media landscape is changing fast and with tougher KPIs, changing technologies and new techniques, it’s more important than ever to stay ahead of our game. GDPR Seeps Into Social.

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Kikolani

JULY 30, 2012

One would have to be blind not to see that social media networks have been some of the most successful performers on the Internet in the last few years. Just as the “dot com” revolution is still being talked about, many believe that the social network revolution may provide companies with an opportunity to grow as never before.

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Pixlee

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Social media helps us connect with friends, family, and even strangers from halfway around the world. However, social media can also breed negativity, which can affect people’s mental health. For some people, affirmation on social media in the form of likes and comments can affect self-esteem.

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Buffer Social

JANUARY 25, 2018

Social media is changing at a rapid pace. For example, the content format Stories was introduced on several major social media platforms slightly more than a year ago. To succeed on social media, it’s essential to stay ahead of the curve and understand the latest social media trends.

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Hootsuite

JUNE 26, 2019

When it comes to social media event promotion, it’s important to make a plan. Social media tools let you engage with your audience in creative ways that boost attendance and make for a better experience. But, social media event promotion is far from over once your guests walk through the door.

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Hootsuite

DECEMBER 20, 2019

Facebook demographics reach farther and wider than any other social media network. Some social media networks tend to be popular with specific age groups. Across all social media channels, signups tend to drop off with age. Not all users are given a designation, but a recent survey in the U.S.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

OCTOBER 24, 2018

According to a 2018 industry report by Social Media Examiner , 87% of all marketers indicated that their social media efforts generated more exposure for their businesses and 78% reported increased traffic to sites. Below you will find 9 components that are critical to a successful social media strategy.

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Sprout Social

MARCH 19, 2024

Sprout’s 2023 State of Social Media report confirms these advantages, with 9 out of 10 business leaders acknowledging the indispensable role of AI in enhancing market competitiveness, understanding customer preferences and driving innovation. At the same time, text analytics can monitor public concerns on social media.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

According to a Security.org survey, familiarity with NFTs has skyrocketed in recent months. Here are ten brands demonstrating the potential of non-fungible tokens for building awareness , promoting campaigns, and driving sales. Any time a shiny new toy comes along, marketers often feel they should use it in their campaigns.

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Keyhole.co

MAY 25, 2022

Do you know your social media efforts are hiding a wealth of information? And if you know how to analyze your social media, you can unearth this data. For starters, social media data help you understand your audience, pinpoint well-performing strategies, and weed out the incompetent ones. Let’s get started.

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Buffer Social

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

At Buffer, we’re big fans of using data and research to guide our social media strategy. So when it came to finding the best Instagram strategy, I turned to social media studies. I read through more than 20 studies on Instagram marketing from companies like Facebook, Simply Measured, and News Whip.

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Sprout Social

JUNE 26, 2023

In a world where social media and technology have leveled the playing field between brands large and small, leaders know the only true differentiator is customer experience (CX). AI capabilities scan millions of data points from various sources such as social media and review websites to spot hidden patterns.

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Sprout Social

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Our research shows that the most effective purchase drivers on social media are recommendations from friends, comments and product reviews and familiarity with a brand. Akeeme Hogg Social Media and Email Marketing Lead, ServiceMaster Brands. Brand surveys. Social is a go-to channel for raising brand awareness.

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 6, 2023

However, influencer marketing is not only viable for B2B brands; it can play a crucial role in B2B social media strategies. We’re not claiming that a well-executed B2B influencer marketing campaign will get prospects happy-dancing over your request for proposal (RFP). Which platforms work best for B2B influencer marketing?

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Keyhole.co

JANUARY 20, 2024

Small businesses don’t have the budget for national ads, hiring celebrities, or creating flashy campaigns. In fact, surveys show that the majority of Facebook users follow at least six brands. Studies show that customers respond better to user-generated content than overly promotional marketing. The answer is Facebook marketing.

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Webbiquity SMM

AUGUST 23, 2010

Can the financial return on expenditures for social media business activities– in marketing, PR, customer support, HR, product development or other areas — be accurately measured? Among social media pundits, the debate rages on. Among social media pundits, the debate rages on.

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Convince & Convert

APRIL 21, 2016

This campaign was created to promote Organic Valley’s new Organic Balance Protein Shake. The findings cited in the video come from a survey the company issued with SoundView Research in February 2016 among 1,000 American women ages 25 to 54 who work full time. The authenticity of this campaign is what makes it shine.

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Sprout Social

AUGUST 19, 2020

According to a Facebook-commissioned study , 61% of U.S consumers had used a daily messaging app to communicate with a business within the past three months of the survey. For One Doc Laser & Aesthetic, this resulted in 47% more messages received compared to a previous campaign. Another Facebook survey found that 83% of U.S

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Sherrilynne Starkie

APRIL 3, 2015

A recent study found that almost half of the impact of a video ad is realized when people have seen three seconds or less of it. These are findings of a recent study conducted by research company Neilson on behalf of the Facebook Marketing Science team. Facebook Tips for the Social Media Marketing Strategy.

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Later

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Wondering what the top social media platforms for SMBs are? If you’re a small business just getting started with social media marketing , it can be challenging to know which platform will help you tap into the right audience – especially if you’re a time-strapped solopreneur! Are you looking to reach new customers?

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Ignite Social Media

MARCH 16, 2018

In a study conducted by the NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, teens were surveyed about their usage patterns on social media. This information can be discouraging when using Facebook to market to younger audiences; however, there are steps you can take to still see success from your social campaigns.

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Sprout Social

MARCH 1, 2023

Everyone—from marketers to social media users—loves creators. According to a Q1 2023 Sprout pulse survey, over two-thirds (79%) of marketers plan to spend up to 50% of their total social budget on content creators. Enter creator Christina Najarr, better known as Tinx on social media.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 26, 2023

High customer lifetime value A study from the Wharton School of Business shows that referred customers have a 16% higher lifetime value than average customers. A 2023 study found that 82% of B2B sales leaders believe that referrals generate the best leads. Email campaigns are also an effective referral marketing strategy.

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Sprout Social

APRIL 13, 2017

Research from Sway Group reported marketers who implemented an influencer marketing campaign earned an average of $6.85 in media value for every $1 they spent on paid media. First, you need to identify your brand’s goals and objectives for partnering with an influencer for a marketing campaign or content collaboration.

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