Webbiquity SMM

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

The success of any marketing effort hinges on the accuracy and clarity of your buyer personas. It doesn’t matter if your target market is comprised primarily of retirees who’ve just discovered Skype and now use it to call their grandchildren. Social media automation technology is great.

Marketing 180

Marketing Hashtag Campaign HootSuite 180

Webbiquity SMM

JUNE 30, 2011

Having optimized profiles on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook as well as personal profile / reputation management sites like Google Profile, Plaxo, LookupPage , VisualCV , PeoplePond and BusinessCard2 is crucial to optimizing one’s business online presence. That brand image matters little in social media. Not at all.

Social Media 188

Social Media Brands Plaxo Insurance 188

Webbiquity SMM

JULY 1, 2013

Whether you work in the b2b world, in non-profit marketing or with a brick-and-mortar retailer, you know that having the right online presence can bring even more customers to your organization. While you may have a website and a Facebook page, there is much more to maintaining a successful online marketing presence.

Trends 217

Trends Marketing Mobile Engineering 217

Webbiquity SMM

APRIL 19, 2011

There have been numerous posts written about the pitfalls of social media marketing (including helpful pieces from Online Social Networking , Sysomos , and one I wrote for HubSpot ). Social media is about having a conversati0n with your prospects, not broadcasting to them. Failing to LISTEN.

Social Media 193

Social Media Sysomos Case Study B2B 193

Webbiquity SMM

AUGUST 23, 2010

Can the financial return on expenditures for social media business activities– in marketing, PR, customer support, HR, product development or other areas — be accurately measured? Among social media pundits, the debate rages on. Among social media pundits, the debate rages on.

ROI 193

ROI Social Media Vocus Metrics 193

Webbiquity SMM

DECEMBER 13, 2011

The “big 5″ social networks have a definite “order of familiarity” to follow for proper social media etiquette: • Twitter, YouTube and Google+: you can follow/add virtually anyone you find interesting/relevant/influential. The only way to found on social networks is to be active on them.

Social Networking 190

Social Networking B2B Plaxo Marketing 190

Webbiquity SMM

FEBRUARY 10, 2013

This is where ORM, or online reputation management , comes in. Reputation companies also works to protect a person’s privation information from being made public. For more credibility, testimonials can be placed online so customers can help with the business’s marketing. Be Likeable Via Social Media.

Reputation 182

Reputation Authentication Privacy Microsoft 182

Webbiquity SMM

MAY 9, 2019

If you’re in B2B sales or marketing, you know how challenging it is to get the attention of today’s buyers. B2B marketers are struggling more than ever to get targeted prospects to engage; almost 60 percent say it’s a challenge for them to generate new leads, according to Chief Marketers’ 2019 B2B Marketing Outlook report.

B2B 130

B2B Committee Buy Process 130

Webbiquity SMM

JANUARY 30, 2020

Branding matters as much in B2B as in consumer marketing; if you were trying to sell 10,000 laptops to a large corporation, would you rather be selling Dell or some unfamiliar no-name knock off?). Arguably the best channel is through social media. billion people in the United States actively use at least one social network.

Brands 159

Brands Airlines Hashtag Influencer 159

Webbiquity SMM

JULY 25, 2011

How does business reputation management differ from personal reputation management? Social media, online PR and user-generated content sites open up a new world of places to be “found.&#. See the reputation management question below. Where do I start? • Do I have to do everything ? •

Reputation 173

Reputation Directory Social Bookmarking Diagrams 173

Webbiquity SMM

OCTOBER 11, 2011

As indicated in the masthead of my blog, it has both an explanational definition (The fusion of SEO, search marketing, social media, reputation management, content marketing and social PR) and a reasonal one (Being omnipresent on the web for the search phrase that uniquely describes you or your organization.)

Findability 216

Findability B2B Directory SEO 216

Webbiquity SMM

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Although the framework has been for the most part enthusiastically embraced (and dozens of people have downloaded the framework white paper ), a few people on Twitter questioned the need for a “new” marketing concept. Content Marketing. Inbound Marketing. Image credit: Ajax Union.

AJAX 194

AJAX SEO Engineering Metrics 194

Webbiquity SMM

DECEMBER 12, 2012

While Marty Weintraub offers a more provocative metaphor below, it almost seems like Google+ is becoming the colonoscopy of social networks: everyone agrees it’s vitally important, but few people really want to talk about it or spend any more time on it than absolutely necessary. by B2B Digital Marketing. ” Google+ for SEO?

Google 216

Google Tips Bookmarklet SEO 216

Webbiquity SMM

OCTOBER 25, 2010

To give credit where it’s due, both the TopRank Online Marketing Blog and Robin Good have provided nice lists in the past, but as changes in the blog directory world can be challenging to keep pace with, both now include dead links and directories that have significantly changed their policies (e.g. Webbiquity B2B Marketing Blog).

Directory 189

Directory RSS Sites Syndication 189

Webbiquity SMM

FEBRUARY 28, 2011

It is somewhat surprising how many have only a few hundred followers, despite being social media managers, practitioners and strategists at large corporations. . • Morgan Johnston – Manager Corporate Communication at JetBlue Airways. • Bowen Payson – Manager of Online and Digital Marketing at Virgin America.

List 155

List Twitter Brands Microsoft 155

Webbiquity SMM

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

LinkedIn is firmly ensconced among the “big 3″ social networks for marketing and business purposes, and though its base of 80 million members is far smaller than the 600 million users of Facebook, its impact in B2B marketing is larger. So how can you get the most out of this business-oriented social network?

LinkedIn 189

LinkedIn Tips B2B Findability 189

Webbiquity SMM

APRIL 12, 2022

A social media crisis is like a wildfire: one mistake can quickly get out of control. When your business commits a critical error on social media, you risk losing not just followers, but also current and prospective future customers. The dynamics of a social media crisis are similar to social proof.

Social Media 189

Social Media Policies How To Guidelines 189

Webbiquity SMM

MAY 10, 2011

The “ROI of social media&# (or lack thereof) is a hot, and still hotly contested, topic. I summarized arguments from both sides a few months ago in The Social Media ROI Debate. It can influence your prospects to buy from you, but doesn’t normally lead straight to a purchase.

ROI 191

ROI Case Study Bazaarvoice Klout 191

Webbiquity SMM

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

An outstanding list of useful WordPress plugins from Andy Beal, author of Radically Transparent: Monitoring and Managing Reputations Online and the brain behind the Trackur social media monitoring tool. Code to Create Custom Share Buttons for Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn & Delicious by B2B Online Marketing.

WordPress 182

WordPress Content management systems Message Boards SEO 182

Webbiquity SMM

MARCH 29, 2022

The digital marketing landscape has changed tremendously in the last few years. Both inbound and outbound marketing strategies have evolved significantly. Between all the Metaverse developments and new web browsing privacy rules, digital marketers face many new challenges to appear in the top search engine rankings.

Brands 204

Brands NoFollow Marketing How To 204

Webbiquity SMM

JUNE 10, 2014

Last month’s Zenith Social Media Marketing Conference opened with a blast of presentational energy from Neal Rodriguez. Among the first group of morning breakout sessions was “Using Social Media Analytics To Define ROI KPIs.” Only 22% of businesses track their social results well.

Conference 196

Conference Social Media SEO Marketing 196

Webbiquity SMM

AUGUST 4, 2015

As a business and/or brand, nothing is more important than maintaining a solid reputation throughout your respective industry. It is critical to maintain a solid reputation because an increasing number of consumers have started to use it as a way to dictate their purchasing behaviors and decisions. What Search Engines Are Looking For?

Reputation 100

Reputation SEO Engineering Yahoo 100

Webbiquity SMM

OCTOBER 23, 2019

If you’re working as a marketing consultant and you’re expert at growing Magento webshops, then having a list of companies using Magento can be very useful (and profitable). While there are alternatives like Wappalyzer or SimilarTech, BuiltWith has a reputation for the highest accuracy and total number of websites in their index.

Software 107

Software LinkedIn Content management systems How To 107

Webbiquity SMM

DECEMBER 3, 2019

While a digital marketing agency may not appear to be a high-risk enterprise, it’s as much in peril as any other company. As a digital marketer, you need to be conscientious about your security in order to protect your clients. Here’s what you need to know about protecting data as a marketer.

Marketing 137

Marketing Insurance Authentication Data 137

Webbiquity SMM

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Why is having a social media policy in place so critical? Because virtually 100% of companies are now involved in social media—whether they acknowledge it or not. Even one offhanded remark about a coworker, customer, product or financial situation can damage a company’s reputation. Social sharing sites (e.g.

Policies 180

Policies Social Media Guidelines Plaxo 180

Webbiquity SMM

JANUARY 17, 2011

For anyone in marketing or PR being asked to make “data-driven&# decisions “based on the numbers&# (and doesn’t that include pretty much everyone in marketing and PR these days?), the sources below provide a vast wealth of data, statistics and research results, as well as a bit of interesting social media trivia.

Research 210

Research Social Media B2B Marketing 210

Webbiquity SMM

MARCH 26, 2012

Inbound Marketing: Unlock the content from your emails and social marketing by MarketingSherpa Blog. Inbound Marketing: Unlock the content from your emails and social marketing by MarketingSherpa Blog. Some of those intersection points are within the marketer’s control — and some aren’t.”

Tips 183

Tips Reputation SEO B2B 183

Webbiquity SMM

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

Though social media marketing has now become almost a universal practice, the question of whether or not its value can be quantified with any precision remains open. Does social media marketing produce measurable ROI—and if so, how does one measure it? CMOs On Social Media – Where’s The ROI?

ROI 204

ROI Social Media FeedBlitz Metrics 204

Webbiquity SMM

FEBRUARY 7, 2011

If 2009 was the year many marketers puzzled over, poked at and pondered incorporating social media into their marketing mix, 2010 was the year of diving in. According to a HubSpot study, 71% of marketers viewed Twitter as a useful marketing tool last year, up from just 39% in 2009. Adoption soared.

Social Media 198

Social Media Tools Tips ROI 198

Webbiquity SMM

DECEMBER 9, 2014

Although Reddit is dwarfed by the likes of Facebook and Twitter, its influence on the internet is huge, and its potential for marketers as a way to reach customers is incredible. Honest Marketing. However, when used transparently and earnestly, Reddit is a great place for marketers to get involved.

Reddit 188

Reddit Marketing Curation How To 188

Webbiquity SMM

JANUARY 3, 2012

Social media, content aggregation and curation , user-generated content and other developments have dramatically changed the B2B buying cycle over the past few years. How can B2B organizations, marketers and sales professionals adjust to, and thrive in, this new environment? B2B Marketing Trends, Tips and Strategies.

B2B 190

B2B Strategy Marketing Buy 190

Webbiquity SMM

JANUARY 19, 2011

Web presence optimization (WPO)—using tactics like SEO, PPC, online PR, social media, content marketing and reputation management in a coordinated fashion to maximize your online visibility and business results—is the core theme of this blog. Social Media Affecting BtoB Buying Behavior by The Proactive Report.

Tips 179

Tips Press Release Reputation B2B 179

Webbiquity SMM

SEPTEMBER 15, 2010

Looking for a way to monitor social media activities and results on a tight budget? Want to show the world how social you are with a cool widget on your website or blog? Social Mention. ** 5 stars. A social media monitoring tool that combines powerful features (e.g., Social Website Analyzer.

Tools 188

Tools Social Media Radian6 CoTweet 188

Webbiquity SMM

JULY 22, 2014

This shift has led to today’s emphasis on “social” PR. But it’s not merely about using social media platforms and outreach; as one of five pillars in the web presence optimization framework , PR now impacts SEO, content marketing, website design, and other marketing disciplines.

Press Release 217

Press Release Nielsen Blogger SEO 217

Webbiquity SMM

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Quick: Can you list the goals of each and every one of your social media efforts? If you’re like many marketers, those questions probably bring a quizzical look to your face. In fact, setting goals is a key component of establishing a process to measure social media profitability.

ROI 100

ROI Social Media Marketing Curation 100

Webbiquity SMM

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Fortunately, as noted in the post How B2B Tech Marketing on Twitter is Changing (Research) , the majority of SaaS tool providers profiled in The Comprehensive Guide to Content Marketing Software maintain an active Twitter presence. Category: Social Media Management Tools. Social Searcher. Agorapulse. FollowUpThen.

Company 38

Company Twitter Content B2B 38

Webbiquity SMM

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Social media monitoring is vital for virtually every B2B or B2C brand. 58% of consumers follow brands on social media. 71% say they are likely to purchase an item based on social media referrals; in fact, consumers report that social media plays almost as big a role in purchasing decisions as does television.

Tools 207

Tools Social Media Netvibes Sample 207