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Annual Social Media Budget Planning For Companies And Bloggers

SocMed Sean

NOTE: I originally wrote and published this article back in November of 2011 and it has generated a lot of interest over the years. Whether you work for a Fortune 100 company or a blogger who relies on revenue from your content to supplement your income, it’s important to think about what goes into your social media headcount.

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8 tips to boost your video conversion rate

Sprout Social

Driving conversion through compelling video is a common goal in social media video marketing. Video content is a must for brand awareness and reach, but to continue justifying investments, teams need strong video conversion rates too. A strong conversion rate is a quantifiable way to make a case for more video resources.

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How companies use video content on social media

Visually SM

Of course, you can always post the URL to any old video that you already published. We will start this conversation by stating some facts that will only confirm what we see daily: videos are an excellent way to communicate with your audience, provide a good social media experience, and, ultimately, generate engagement.

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What a Brand Advocate Is and Why Your Company Needs One

Visually SM

Spontaneous manifestations about a company draw attention. People usually look for positive reviews about a company and what it sells. That’s why brand advocates know the company well. Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, for example, allow you to publish a review and reach many people.

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4 Smart Ways to Drive Social Media Conversions

Pam Hughes

Social media marketing must be conversion-focused for brands to thrive on social media. So how can you improve your conversion rate? Typical examples are polls based on votes and conversation starters. Tailoring your posting schedule to your brand is key to publishing consistent content across social media platforms.

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Word of mouth marketing: how to drive conversations and sales at the same time

Sprout Social

Customer conversations are among your most valuable marketing assets. With a defined word of mouth marketing strategy, you can create a consistent flow of customer conversations that regularly result in new business. Organic conversations, feedback and reviews can’t quite literally be bought. Shout-outs. Positive comments.

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How to Identify the Best Conversion Points on Your Website

Pixlee

Only 22% of businesses are satisfied with their conversion rates. Needless to say, identifying your website’s primary conversion drivers is crucial. Without identifying and later, testing, you can’t expect to improve conversions on a larger scale. Define Your Conversions. Identifying Conversion Points.