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The Twilight renaissance: Why retailers need social media for trend forecasting

Sprout Social

Gen Z is embracing a new style icon: Bella Swan, the main protagonist from the Twilight film franchise. But thanks to the combined forces of Netflix and social media, teens are flocking to thrift stores to find everything you probably wore back in 2010. How social influences fashion trends. She’s meant to go unnoticed.

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What vertical networks mean for the future of social media

Sprout Social

Understanding what these niche social media platforms say about the future of social media as a whole can help marketers stay ahead of the trend curve. Vertical social networks are niche social media platforms centered around the interests of hyper-specific communities. Here’s what you need to know.

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How to create a social media viral video

Sprout Social

If you’re a social media marketer, chances are you’ve been asked, “but how do we go viral?” Most marketers undoubtedly want the audience growth and attention that comes from achieving a social media viral video. In fact, it’s the dream of many social media managers. What makes a social media viral video?

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Brands to watch on social media right now

Sprout Social

When you think of brands on social media, which come to mind first? And great brand marketing on social is behind some of the most creative storytelling out there. From edgy social personas to posting fresh memes, storytelling takes many different forms. Their social presence has such a clear personality.

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Social Media Campaigns Kick-Off 2014 World Cup

The Realtime Report

Social media is expected to play a huge role in this year’s tournament, and we’ve compiled some of the most popular and creative marketing campaigns centered around the event: Hyundai’s dedicated Tumblr site will release 120 pieces of football related artwork including GIFs, quotes, illustrations and short films throughout the 2014 World Cup.

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Red Bull’s Social Media Strategy: Marketing So Fly, It’s Giving Wings

Keyhole.co

This blog closely examines Red Bull’s social media strategy and how it keeps the brand ahead of its competition. Analyzing Red Bull’s social media accounts As this blog’s title attests, the first thing you think of when you hear ‘Red Bull’ is the now timeless slogan ‘ Gives You Wings. ’ Instagram: 19.1 million Twitter: 1.9

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The Ultimate Guide to Social Media Live Streaming in 2020

Hootsuite

Today, we can count on social media livestreams to give us that what’s-going-to-happen-next magic on a more intimate scale. Armed with a smartphone and a social media account, anyone can be the director of their own live spectacular. Social media live streaming is dynamic, authentic and engaging.