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How to Use Hashtags on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn

Oktopost

Silicon Valley product designer Chris Messina invented the now ubiquitous hashtag when he was searching for a way to organize the fast-moving Twitter stream. The Twittersphere realized the power of the hashtag when people started adding #sandiegofire to their tweets about a San Diego fire. How to Use Hashtags on Twitter.

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Social media and Montreal’s student protests

Sherrilynne Starkie

AT a recent IABC Ottawa professional development event, speaker Melissa Carroll, the person behind the Montreal Police Service ’s (SPVM) Twitter account during the 2012 student protests against tuition fee increases, explained that social media can really move people. Montreal Student Protest Berri Hill (Photo credit: xddorox).

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102 Compelling Social Media and Online Marketing Stats and Facts for 2012 (and 2013)

Webbiquity SMM

With 92% of companies now incorporating social media into their marketing efforts, it’s no longer sufficient to just “be there” on social networks. What do buyers really want from social media marketers? 25 Social Media Facts and Statistics. e-Strategy Trends ). e-Strategy Trends ).

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How Nike Stole Social Media Gold From Olympic Sponsor Adidas

The Realtime Report

Which brands were the real winners in 2012′s “Social Olympics”? Were Olympic official sponsors – like Adidas – more successful on social media, or did brands like Nike – who sponsored hundreds of individual athletes – steal the show? What were the keys to Nike’s success?

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Obamacare And Social Media: 5 Must-Reads

Firebelly

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (aka Obamacare) health insurance exchanges have opened and social media is being used to both promote and debate the new law. Part of that marketing campaign is a social media push, designed to be cool and sexy. Read all about it below.

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What Do The Different Symbols And Icons Mean In Instagram?

SocMed Sean

Instagram is one of the most popular social media apps and is enjoyed by millions of people around the world. Since Instagram was launched in 2012, new features have continuously been added. What does the conversation bubble icon mean in Instagram? appeared first on SocMedSean - Social Media Sean.

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6 Great Conferences to Attend Before the End of 2012

Convince & Convert

Amy Schmittauer is the Founder & Face of Savvy Sexy Social. She is a “social media frenzy” working in social relations consulting, blogging, and, of course, vlogging about life on her YouTube channel. May 24, 2012, Columbus, Ohio. June 5-7, 2012, New York, NY. Connect with her on Twitter.