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How “MeeMaw” Helped VDOT Northern Virginia Create a Highly-Engaged Social Media Community

Social Media Strategies Summit

But why does that matter from a marketing perspective? You might tag them in a meme on Instagram, email them, and text them — all on the same day. Which, in turn, empowered her to “nag” the agency’s followers about positive behaviors that have nothing to do with transportation — like staying hydrated and keeping warm on cold days.

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Why digital literacy matters for marketers

Sprout Social

Remote work and safer-at-home orders are shifting digital transformation plans everywhere into warp speed, and marketers are along for the ride. In the context of marketing and business, progressions in television, radio and internet-based communications repeatedly demonstrate the advantage held by media-literate brands. Let’s dig in.

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The pros and cons of social media

Sprout Social

From stories of triumph to funny social media memes , social has the power to spark a smile. Social gives you the opportunity to get insightful feedback on your product or service all while building a community that can further amplify your digital marketing without having to spend large advertising budgets.”. More: [link].

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How 25 Brands Make the Most of Visual Content on Social Media

Rebekah Radice

Want to know how you can make the most of visual marketing on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and more? Their use of visual marketing is bursting with personality and originality, and although Starbucks often uses posts to advertise products, it’s done in a creative and subtle way. Sure you do! Because here’s the reality.

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How to Get More Engagement on Your Social Media Posts

Later

Use emojis, GIFs, or even memes that are relevant to your brand and industry. — Harry's Marketing Examples (@GoodMarketingHQ) July 24, 2020. There’s a vloggy (link in bio) if you feel like transporting yourself to a place where alpacas, llamas, and baby goats roam. — FENTY SKIN (@fentyskin) August 19, 2020.

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The Ultimate List of Social Media Acronyms and Abbreviations

Hootsuite

To help you crack the social media acronym code, we’ve collected the top social media acronyms, initialisms, and abbreviations every marketer should know. Precedes an often relatable experience, and is usually accompanied by a meme. SEM: Search Engine Marketing. Search engine marketing is a method of advertising on the Internet.

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How 25 Brands Make the Most of Visual Content on Social Media

Rebekah Radice

Want to know how you can make the most of visual marketing on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and more? Their use of visual marketing is bursting with personality and originality, and although Starbucks often uses posts to advertise products, it’s done in a creative and subtle way. Sure you do! Because here’s the reality.