Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

With an economic downturn looming, it’s not surprising around 75% of CMOs report being asked to do more with less in a Gartner survey. Marketers are finding it increasingly difficult to set the right budget, optimize it and keep the leads flowing. Managing social media and other marketing channels in this economy can be challenging.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 24, 2024

Influencer marketing has grown beyond getting a viral moment. It has become a core element of marketing and sales strategies. Our Q3 2023 Pulse Survey revealed 81% of US-based social marketers consider influencer marketing an essential part of their social media strategy.

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Sprout Social

APRIL 29, 2024

In this article, you’ll learn what an online reputation management service is, how they support businesses’ goals and our recommendations for the best providers in the market. What is a reputation management service? Keyword Report: This report highlights keywords related to your brand, competition and industry.

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Oktopost

DECEMBER 21, 2023

They’re expected to make every marketing dollar count and deliver maximum impact on a limited budget. To maximize marketing impact on a limited budget, CMOs need to adopt a strategic approach that analyzes past results, identifies gaps, and enables data-driven decisions on where to allocate resources.

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Sprout Social

DECEMBER 5, 2023

That’s the question we set out to answer when we surveyed 1,623 consumers from the US and the UK. The results are telling: According to our Q4 2023 Sprout Pulse Survey, respondents believe the average social media manager is: white (65%), female (73%), 25-40 years old (55%), and a part-time employee or freelancer (40%).

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SocMed Sean

JULY 9, 2018

Now more than ever there are many aspects of your social media marketing you should continuously monitor, from ROI to algorithm updates and recent feature releases. Marketers have to combine the online and offline effects of their strategies while staying online and completing everyday to-dos. Backing-up work with a plan.

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Mindjumpers

JANUARY 6, 2012

A couple of months ago, I had a chance to sit down with Jeremiah, get interviewed for this report and as ‘Social Media Strategy’ is one of my own core focus areas – I have been waiting for the report with great anticipation. ‘ A Strategy for Managing Social Media Proliferation. Strategy and Business Objectives.

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Sprout Social

MAY 9, 2023

And the world of marketing is going through a tremendous change right now. Artificial intelligence (AI) marketing is taking on a bigger role with the advent of intelligent marketing tools and generative AI like ChatGPT, creating an abundance of opportunities for marketing teams to do more of what they already do best.

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Buffer Social

APRIL 13, 2023

Nothing says anyone can become a social media manager like Buffer’s resident music major turned SMM, Mitra Mehvar. However, the question is less can you become a social media manager and more should you pursue this career? What is a social media manager?

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Hootsuite

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

Business-to-business social media marketing is no longer just an innovative way to boost sales—it’s essential to your organization’s survival in the competitive B2B market. In fact, a recent survey found 92% of B2B marketers use social media as a content marketing tactic to drive sales.

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Sprout Social

MAY 23, 2023

This new era of artificial intelligence (AI) naturally has social teams thinking: Is an AI social media manager about to take my seat? When it comes to AI social media tools, I’m optimistic…and this is coming from someone who regularly thanks her Google Home to keep it happy.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

These leaders say they use social media data for: Customer service (62%) Brand awareness (60%) Market insights (53%) From sophisticated data analysis to advanced customer care capabilities, social teams and business leaders have come to rely on social media tools.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Want to know why social media listening should absolutely, 100% be part of your marketing plans right now? Fortunately, there are a bunch of social listening tools designed to handle all the heavy lifting – more on them later. 3 Examples of Social Media Listening in Action. Source: Sprout Social.

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Hootsuite

MAY 1, 2023

Are you looking to create a more efficient social media workflow? Social media managers have a tough gig, often juggling multiple accounts , managing complex campaigns, and collaborating with stakeholders. Or, even worse, does not comply with industry regulations.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 9, 2024

Regardless of size, most companies face the same challenges—tough competitors, and evolving customer and market demands. According to The 2023 State of Social Media Report , 96% of business leaders agree that AI and machine learning (ML) can help companies significantly improve decision-making. Enter AI analytics.

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Oktopost

APRIL 18, 2022

It’s no wonder that savvy B2B marketers are taking advantage of this popular and portable format to create value-packed audio programs. B2B podcasts are a powerful form of outbound marketing. That audience could lead to a breakthrough in your marketing if they engage with you. The B2B Marketing Podcast. Image Source.

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Buffer Social

JANUARY 22, 2024

And it’s true – we don’t stay stagnant, and neither do the industries in which we work. But something about 2024 makes me think it stands poised to redefine the social media landscape and the creator economy.  “This year is going to be transformative!”

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Hootsuite

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

Business-to-business social media marketing is no longer just an innovative way to boost sales—it’s essential to your organization’s survival in the competitive B2B market. In fact, a recent survey found 92% of B2B marketers use social media as a content marketing tactic to drive sales.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

JANUARY 26, 2023

A great example is “ Become a Social Media Manager – With Rachel Pedersen. You’re a social media manager. You’re just becoming a social media manager. Poll: Let group members start surveys. The succinct group description helps, too: “This group is right for you if: 1.

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agora pulse

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Want to bring new life into your video content marketing? As a social media marketer, you don’t have any excuse not to give video content a try. If you don’t know where to start or what video content you need for social, you’re in the right place for help. Behind the Scenes. User-Generated. Promotional.

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Social Media Strategies Summit

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

For instance, HootSuite has a dedicated Twitter account, @Hootsuite_Help , which deals with customer queries about its social media management platform: Thank you for contacting us via our Social Networks! Are you seeking ideas, advice, and case studies from some of the world’s top social media marketers?

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Sprout Social

APRIL 12, 2022

We’re sharing statistics on the intersection of social media and PR from Sprout Social’s State of Social Media Investment Report , along with other industry facts from top sources like Edelman. Let’s paint the landscape of the industry before diving into the statistics.

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Sprout Social

MAY 16, 2023

Emerging technologies, rising consumer expectations and a shifting social media marketing landscape have left many with questions on how to navigate this changing terrain. An integrated, intuitive social media management solution is the bedrock of a successful social media strategy.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

It’s not possible to have a successful digital marketing strategy or social media strategy without it. How to engage an audience Getting your audience to engage with your content takes time and effort, and begins with your social media marketing strategy. How do you compare?

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Hootsuite

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Salesforce recently announced the retirement of its social media management tool Social Studio. Luckily, you won’t have to look far to find the best Social Studio alternative. Hootsuite does everything Social Studio does and more for a fraction of the cost. Free 30-Day Trial What is Salesforce Social Studio?

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Keyhole.co

MARCH 9, 2023

To make your search for the right social listening tool easier, we’ve compiled a huge list of the best tools in the industry, including research on the pros and cons of each tool. Here’s a full roundup of the top social listening tools for marketers and agencies, updated for 2020: 1.

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Oktopost

JUNE 30, 2021

Though it’s still the most widely-used social network in the world , B2B marketers don’t always see it as a viable platform for generating leads. Easy, but wrong — because with the right strategy, Facebook is a viable channel for B2B marketing. What Are Facebook Ads?

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Oktopost

APRIL 27, 2024

Your teams may lose momentum and it’s up to us, the social media managers, to re-spark their enthusiasm. A recent survey revealed that 90% of employees feel more motivated at work when their tasks are gamified. They shouldn’t need to have the best connections in the industry or 20 years of experience in the field.

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

According to a Q1 2023 Sprout pulse survey, 74% of consumers believe that social media has increased accountability for brands. We spoke to marketers across industries to see what their brands are planning and what they’d like to see from their peers this Women’s History Month.

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Buffer Social

APRIL 26, 2017

I’ve heard of companies that spend millions on marketing and others who spend zero (we skew toward the zero side at Buffer). That’s why a hypothetical situation like — what would you do with $100 to spend on social media marketing ? — The answer: The industry average settles between $200 to $350 per day.

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Hootsuite

MAY 13, 2020

Considering influencer marketing ? Even if you aren’t, it would be a mistake to ignore influencer marketing trends. Beyond their role as effective brand ambassadors, influencers are also just good marketers. There’s a reason the influencer marketing industry is booming. Marketers may want to follow suit.

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Convince & Convert

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

This was mentioned during the Social Pros Unfiltered episode by Sunny Hunt, Strategist at Convince and Convert, and really got me thinking about its implications and lessons. This significant shift has created waves in the industry, sparking lively discussions among marketers, branding gurus, and everyday users. We did too.

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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. But that’s not the only social media impact on retail brands.

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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. Current industry experts like Tom Basgil, Amelia Munday, and Chi Thukra have learned on the job, working their way up the ranks with experimentation and iteration. This couldn’t be more wrong. percent by year-end and 26.4

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agora pulse

JANUARY 28, 2021

Creativity is key to a successful digital marketing campaign. In fact, I love social media marketing exactly for this reason: Here creativity can still win over big budgets. Unfortunately, it is not easy at all–especially in our industry where we have to deal with numbers and repetitive tasks daily.

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Hootsuite

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Social listening tools are some of the most important for any social media marketer to master. Back in the day, marketers had to dedicate substantial budgets to consumer and competitor research through surveys, focus groups, and market testing. What is social listening?

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Hootsuite

MAY 20, 2020

With the increased use of social tools for business communications, social media security is more important than ever. While the benefits of social are clear, there are risks to be wary of. If you are on social (and who isn’t?), you need to protect yourself against common social media security threats.

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