Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

With so many competing social media ecosystems, it can be overwhelming to keep track of all the features. But we’ll discuss the common social media features brands benefit from the most and a few untapped features to consider. We’ll also explain the criteria brands can follow to decide which social media app to invest in.

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 3, 2020

There are few professions that require people to always be on the way social media marketing does. Between publishing content, providing customer care, reporting on social data and the many other responsibilities of social media marketers, there’s a lot to juggle every day. Publish content from anywhere.

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Sprout Social

JUNE 30, 2021

Social media marketing seems to get more complex by the day as platforms add more features and more ways for businesses to reach their audience. The latest craze that nearly every platform is jumping on seems to be social media stories. What are social media stories?

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Hootsuite

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

To succeed in a social media, you need the right skills, the right knowledge, the right training — and the right social media marketing tools. Each social media platform operates as a silo. The right social media marketing stack quite simply makes you a better marketer.

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Pixlee

MARCH 31, 2021

We’ve come up with a list of dos and don’ts to help guide you through creating an adaptable UGC strategy. . Even if you’re just resharing a customer photo on social media, crediting the original poster is not enough. Because the rules on copyright in social media can get blurry and confusing, it’s always better to be cautious.

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Firebelly

AUGUST 8, 2012

I’ve been talking a lot lately about content curation lately, and our contributor, Erik Deckers, is all about content creation, which has led to some “Tastes great! It’s the strategy that not only includes the development of this content, but the effective distribution to its audience. Less filling!”

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Oktopost

APRIL 26, 2021

One of the big problems with social media today is that too many individuals and businesses are using it as a push channel. Or, even worse, without also engaging the audience directly, in addition to one’s content strategy. Instead, you need to be hyper-focused on engaging with your social media audience.

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Hootsuite

JULY 24, 2023

While traditional marketing is still effective, competitive realtors know social media marketing takes the cake. They also know to be the best, you need the best social media tools for real estate agents. Bonus: Get a free social media strategy template designed specifically for real estate agents, brokers, and marketers.

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Pam Moore

JANUARY 31, 2019

They quit creating their own content and start curating and sharing other helpful content from leaders in their industry. Curation can be good. Though curation can be an impactful and excellent way to establish your brand online as well as serve the needs of your audience, it requires both art and science to see real benefit.

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Buffer Social

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Get the need-to-know highlights from the social media industry that happened the week of October 9-13. Monitor public reception to AI advancements within Meta platforms, adjusting engagement strategies accordingly. Embrace the vetting feature to foster a more curated community environment.

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Hootsuite

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Fortunately, you’ve got time to plan for success with a Black Friday eCommerce strategy— and we have all the tips you need below! Bonus: Learn how to sell more products on social media with our free Social Commerce 101 guide. What is a Black Friday eCommerce strategy? Posting quality content on social media.

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Waxing UnLyrical

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Whether it’s web or social media or mobile apps, it’s still the content that dominates every digital space. First of all, you need to have a content strategy that fits the nature and niche of your business. Not Curating Content Frequently. Guest post by Atman Rathod.

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Convince & Convert

JANUARY 10, 2014

Elias Roman , Co-founder of Songza , joins the Social Pros Podcast this week (on the 99th episode!) to discuss the undeniable power of excellent curation, delivering content to users that is perfect for the moment, and what makes people hit the “share” button. This is your music experience, curated. Listen Now.

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Keyhole.co

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Every growth-focused business today needs a thriving social media presence, from small local businesses to big brand names. billion people , social networking sites are a goldmine of sales and marketing opportunities. That’s where reliable social media automation tools can help you. With a user base of over 4.59

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Buffer Social

DECEMBER 4, 2023

And — having spent many years managing various social media platforms in marketing and media — I’ve learned the hard way that this is one area where you absolutely cannot wing it.   You need a social media content calendar. Especially if you’re managing multiple channels. 

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Convince & Convert

AUGUST 23, 2011

Content curation is the art and science of finding and sharing quality content on a specific topic. Curation helps you build an audience. Many among the Twitterati have built their followings in large part through content curation. Many content curators tweet eight or even 10 times daily. Curate Consistently.

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Rebekah Radice

DECEMBER 28, 2015

When it comes to building a solid social media strategy , there are many things to consider. Designing a winning strategy doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, I’ve seen businesses succeed with as little as a 3-part strategy written in 300 words or less. How to Create Your Social Media Strategy.

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Hootsuite

JUNE 21, 2023

Are you an aspiring social media manager or creator looking to showcase your work? Whatever the case, creating a stand-out social media portfolio is a must—it’s your ticket to success, recognition, and networking. As a bonus, we’ll include a social media portfolio template to help you get started.

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agora pulse

JANUARY 4, 2018

By now you will all have read some social media predictions for 2018. In this article I’m going to give you five funny social media predictions for 2018 and tell you how social media managers can prepare for them. Change creeps into our social media platforms and we adapt as we go along.

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Hootsuite

JUNE 5, 2023

As long as your nonprofit organization has a social media account , you’ve got a platform to help spread the word and mobilize support for your cause — no door-knocking required. Read on for key strategies and best practices for effectively asking for donations on social media.

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agora pulse

JANUARY 23, 2020

Are you now handling social media in-house? Learn the basics of social media management for businesses and agencies in this invaluable guide. Social Media Planning. Spontaneity can produce surprising results sometimes , but you need a plan to get the most out of social media. Set SMART goals.

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Buffer Social

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Get the need-to-know highlights from the social media industry that happened the week of October 16-20. Community Membership Qualification Entry questions rollout on Twitter/X aims at qualifying users for community membership, fostering a more curated community experience. teens spend around 4.8

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Later

MAY 11, 2021

Finding ways to streamline your workflow as a social media manager can be a huge advantage. With the right strategies and tools, you can reduce stress and maximize your efficiency — even when managing multiple profiles. Tip #3: Curate Lists of Hashtags That Align with Your Content Pillars.

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Hootsuite

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

When you’re thinking about creating a social media strategy for your business, a few leading platforms probably come to mind right away: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and maybe YouTube or Pinterest, depending on your industry. How to choose the best types of social media for your business. Know your audience.

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Sprout Social

MAY 10, 2022

Thanks to social media, the goals of brand marketers are within reach. Having a social presence is a top priority. Nearly one in two businesses consider social media their primary channel for external communication while 58% anticipate it becoming their primary channel in the future. What is brand marketing?

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Pam Hughes

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

Your success on social media ultimately depends on the quality of the content you post. But small businesses face many challenges when trying to produce high-quality, first-rate social media content — it’s time-consuming, competitive, and should add value to your customer experience. Video Stories.

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Hootsuite

AUGUST 15, 2022

Planning a Black Friday marketing strategy is the key to standing out in a large crowd of advertising. Don’t let planning your Black Friday marketing strategy frustrate you. Here are 18 tried and tested marketing strategies to try for Black Friday! Bonus: Get a free, in-depth guide to The Why, What, and How of Social Commerce.

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Buffer Social

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Curating top content from around the web is a great strategy to increase your social media reach. But where do you start with curation? With our community’s help, we put together an ultimate list of content curation sources across multiple industries.

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Hootsuite

MAY 18, 2022

As a social media marketer, think what you could achieve with all that extra TikTok dancing practice? But seriously: Shortcuts can help you schedule social media posts, reply to DMs, insert hashtags (without copy/pasting), switch between tabs and accounts, and so much more. Holy shift! What’s a keyboard shortcut?

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Webbiquity SMM

JUNE 1, 2021

Nearly every business has a digital marketing strategy, whether documented or not. High-performance digital marketing campaigns are a mix of proven strategies that yield results and a deep understanding of the market landscape. But it’s vital to develop a strategy first. Engage with prospective customers on social media.

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Likeable

DECEMBER 9, 2020

At Likeable, we did shoots in the galley kitchens of 400 square foot apartments, set social strategies from our dining room tables, and navigated some of the most challenging questions for social media to date. So, consider this the “post-pandemic” version of everything that happened on social media in 2020.

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Your Escape From 9 to 5

APRIL 15, 2022

How can you maximize social media and SEO (search engine optimization) to turn clicks into profits? Let’s briefly explore the social media and SEO connectivity, with Google’s power to influence information generation in the background. Is social media management still relevant? Social is the New SEO.

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Hootsuite

AUGUST 2, 2022

You’re busy crafting quality content and mastering your social media strategy. You don’t have time to exhaustively compile a list of the ideal length of social media posts for every single platform. Are you writing too much in your social media posts? The ideal length of social media posts.

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Writtent Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Incorporating even a few of these content marketing tips for small businesses into your strategy can drive big benefits. Some examples of storytelling in your content marketing include: your website’s About page (and Bio sections of social media profiles) client success stories and case studies press releases coverage of live events 5.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

APRIL 8, 2021

Instagram is the world’s fifth-largest social media site. The viral video platform burst out of nowhere to become one of the hottest properties in social media marketing, and it’s having a marked impact on Instagram. First off, bear in mind that Reels are mobile-only. Image source. Image source.

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Sprout Social

JUNE 30, 2019

When it comes to social media marketing, Facebook is the big guy on campus. billion users , making it the top social media platform for the total number of active users. Over the past decade, Facebook has redefined the way we look at social networks and also expanded the possibilities of social media for businesses.

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agora pulse

JUNE 3, 2020

These tips can help you brush up on the basics and also dig deeper into this social media platform. With its striking images, easy-to-organize boards, and comprehensive search tools, Pinterest is a social media platform like no other. Pinterest Content Strategy. What should your Pinterest content strategy include?

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